Flight Test Engineer

Our mission at Skyryse is nothing less than a new era in flight, where fatalities are nearly zero, piloting any aircraft is simple and safe, and the sky is accessible to all. SkyOS, our industry-first universal operating system for flight, provides any airplane or helicopter with a fly-by-wire flight management solution that significantly reduces the complexity of flying. Skyryse One, our first production aircraft powered by SkyOS, was unveiled in 2024 and features the simplest, safest, and most intuitive flight controls in general aviation.

FLIGHT TEST ENGINEER - CAMARILLO, CA

We are advancing flight control and automation technology through rigorous and continuous flight testing. In this role, you’ll design and refine detailed test plans and procedures, prioritizing flight safety at every stage. Working closely with our flight test team, you’ll manage and operate flight instrumentation—often of your own design—to ensure accurate, successful test execution.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop Go/NoGo parameters and conduct post-flight data analysis; collaborate with the aircraft integration team to ensure instrumentation is safe for flight
• Support flight squawks creation and lifecycle ensuring proper documentation and closure
• Plan, organize, and lead data collection ground tests to support flight test campaigns
• Conduct thorough risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards associated with test flights, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards.
• Support the execution of successful flight operations by communicating, setting test priorities and communicating them effectively
• Run flight test planning, flight readiness reviews, flight briefs/debriefs and post flight analysis using MATLAB / Simulink
• Complete all required documentation in accordance with established company procedures
• Analyze flight test data using advanced software tools to identify trends, anomalies, and potential issues; ensure accuracy in data collection methods and instrumentation calibration
• Work closely with GNC and Flight Test teams to support test campaigns
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s of Science in aerospace engineering, systems engineering or other engineering discipline
• 4+ years of professional working experience
• Experience working with flight test and Safety Management Systems

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s or PhD degree in aerospace engineering, systems engineering or other aerospace related field
• 6+ years experience as a Flight Test Engineer for civil or military aircraft with rotorcraft development preferred
• Experience writing flight test plans as part of a FAA certification program and generating reports from analyzed flight test data
• Proficient in analyzing and plotting flight test data using Matlab or similar tools and then generate appropriate formal report
• Understanding of flight instrumentation and signal processing techniques
• Passion for aviation and flight testing 
• Previous experience working with handling qualities rating scale (HQRS) 
• Previous experience in rotorcraft helicopter flight characteristics and flight testing techniques 

WHY SKYRYSE?

• The opportunity to change the world through improving aviation safety and accessibility 
• Salary: $120,000 - $175,000
• Valuable stock option plan
• Heavily subsidized medical, dental and vision plans
• Full-time employees are eligible for 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 5 sick days annually.  PTO and sick days must be used in accordance with Company policy.
• A company with an ambitious vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, motivated, and fun to work-with colleagues!

The posted salary range reflects the potential base pay for this role, adjusted to account for varying geographic markets. Final compensation will be based on factors such as your location, job-related skills, experience, and internal alignment, including equity and benefits.

WE WELCOME ALL
Skyryse is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Employment is contingent upon confirmation of authorization to export in accordance with the U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security Export Administration Regulations.

NO AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED.