Permanent Position · Mid-level

Flight Test Engineer

A defense technology company specializing in AI-guided interceptors for counter-drone and cruise missile applications is seeking a Flight Test Engineer. This role involves planning, preparing, and leading flight test campaigns for high-performance unmanned aerial systems, from early prototypes to mature configurations. The successful candidate will be responsible for writing test plans, conducting tests, and coordinating with various authorities to secure test approvals. This position requires a strong focus on data acquisition, analysis, and ensuring the verification, qualification, and safety of systems.

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Opportunity overview

Opportunity type
Permanent Position
Required seniority
Mid-level
Work location
Onsite, Travel as required
Location
France
Start
ASAP
Duration
Permanent
Travel
50%

Required role

System Engineer

Required skills

Flight TestingUASTest Plan DevelopmentRisk AssessmentSafety CasesData AnalysisFlight DynamicsFlight Control SystemsAircraft PerformanceTelemetryGround Control StationsData LoggingVerification and Validation

Required industry experience

Aerospace & Defense

Responsibilities

  • Plan, prepare, and lead flight test campaigns for high-performance unmanned aerial systems.
  • Write test plans, test cards, risk assessments, and safety cases for each campaign.
  • Act as test conductor on the range, coordinating the test team and making go/no-go decisions.
  • Coordinate with range authorities, airspace regulators, and military test centers for approvals.
  • Define instrumentation and requirements for test objectives and process/analyze flight data.
  • Produce clear test reports, flag anomalies, and drive root-cause investigations.
  • Build tools and scripts to automate post-flight analysis and grow a structured test database.
  • Support customer demonstrations and military exercises across Europe and beyond.

Requirements

  • Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of flight test experience on UAS, fixed-wing or rotary-wing aircraft, or guided munitions.
  • Proven track record writing test plans and leading test campaigns in the field.
  • Solid understanding of flight dynamics, flight control systems, and aircraft performance.
  • Strong data analysis skills.
  • Experience with telemetry, ground control stations, and onboard data logging.
  • Calm, methodical, safety-first mindset under operational pressure.
  • Willingness to travel frequently to test sites across Europe.