UAS Flight Test Engineer
Flock · Remote · Atlanta, GA ·
COMPENSATION
$84k – $95k
Listed on the employer's job board (Ashby)
- On-site in Atlanta
- FAA Part 107 required
- Python scripting
- 70% outdoor work
- UAS flight testing
You will own hardware testing, pilot test flights, and validate new components to ensure DFR systems perform reliably in real-time operations. This position involves rigorous technical testing, field evaluation, and rapid iteration under real-world conditions rather than lab-only research.
What you'll do
- Lead technical flight testing for DFR aircraft and system components
- Serve as Pilot in Command during outdoor flight operations
- Write and modify Python scripts to extract and analyze flight data
- Troubleshoot root causes of physical and software discrepancies
- Document flight data and communicate findings to engineering teams
What you'll need
- Valid FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
- Experience integrating physical components on aircraft systems
- Ability to use terminal interfaces and write Python scripts
- Physical stamina for outdoor work and lifting up to 55 lbs
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent flight test experience
Nice to have
- Experience with experimental UAS flight testing
- Familiarity with custom flight controllers
Stack
- Python
- Terminal interfaces
- UAS platforms
How you'll work
- On-site in Atlanta
- Up to 25% domestic travel
- Over 70% outdoor field testing
What you get
- Base salary between $84,000 and $124,000
- Flock Stock Options