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This is an opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and the most talented experts from different fields\nAbout The Role\nThe Senior Flight Test Engineer will play a critical role in the planning, execution, and analysis of flight test campaigns for a next-generation rigid airship. This position requires hands-on experience in flight test operations, system integration, and data analysis. The ideal candidate is an experienced flight test engineer with expertise in experimental aircraft development, particularly first flight operations. The role involves working closely with engineering teams, flight test pilots, safety personnel, and program managers to ensure the successful execution of test flights in accordance with FAA safety standards and regulatory requirements.\nThe Flight Test Engineer will develop test plans & test hazard analyses (THA), draft airship limitations, lead ground & flight tests, perform data analysis, write test reports, and document test results. This position will also contribute to the development and review of the Airship Flight Manual (AFM) and other operational documents by collaborating with multiple teams to provide pertinent information.\nResponsibilities\nProduce test documentation such as test plans, hazard analyses and test cards.\nAssist with the preparation of operational documentation.\nParticipate in test readiness and safety reviews.\nCollaborate with engineers, test pilots, and operations team to accomplish test objectives safely and efficiently.\nLead test briefings/debriefings, and coordinate with all support groups.\nDirect flight test operations either onboard an airship or from the telemetry room.\nPerform post-flight data analysis as required.\nPrepare flight test reports and communicate non-conformance items and 'squawks'.\nOther duties may be assigned.\nTravel - Occasional.\nQualifications\n3+ years of experimental flight test experience.\nBachelor's or higher degree in an applicable engineering field.\nAbility to obtain and maintain an FAA Class 3 medical certificate (or better).\nFamiliarity with aircraft systems and operations.\nProficiency in test planning, and drafting THAs and aircraft operating procedures.\nAbility to learn and to lead the development and execution of complex flight tests.\nStrong technical and analytical skills, as well as attention to detail.\nUnderstanding of flight test instrumentation.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nPreferred Qualifications\nGraduate of a recognized test pilot school.\nPrivate Pilot or higher rating.\nFamiliarity with Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools.\nAptitude with Python coding.\nExperience with first flight efforts of experimental aircraft.\nExperience testing Fly-By-Wire, flight control, electrical, and/or propulsion systems.\nUnderstanding of aerodynamics and aircraft performance.\nUnderstanding of human factors and cockpit design.\nExperience in FAA certification test programs and knowledge of FARs.\nCompensation & Benefits\n$85,000 - 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