Flight Test Engineer
$85k - $110k USD
What is JetZero?
Today’s aircraft contribute around 4% of global CO2 emissions, equivalent to the emissions of 200 million cars. This is only going to increase: Air travel is forecasted to double by 2050, while meaningful efficiency gains using current airplanes have hit a wall.
JetZero is developing a blended-wing body (BWB) aircraft. It uses up to 50% less fuel and will be built to accommodate zero-emission hydrogen propulsion. JetZero is the inevitable solution to sustainable air travel.
The JetZero team
We are experienced aerospace professionals and engineers, excited about the future. That future will only be possible if we share our vision and what it means to people’s lives: carbon-free flight that' is better for both passengers and airlines around the world.
JetZero is seeking a Flight Test Engineer to perform the planning, execution, and analysis of experimental aircraft flight tests supporting upcoming JetZero full scale demonstrator. This role is hands-on and execution-focused, working closely with flight test pilots, systems engineers, maintenance, and operations to safely and efficiently generate high-quality flight test data.
This position is ideal for an engineer with early-to-mid flight test experience who wants to grow into increased technical ownership and leadership within a fast-paced experimental test program.
What You'll Do:
- Support planning and execution of ground and flight test activities for experimental aircraft and test rigs
- Develop and maintain flight test plans, test cards, and procedures under guidance from senior flight test staff
- Assist with instrumentation planning, sensor integration, and flight test system configuration
- Coordinate with engineering, maintenance, and flight operations to ensure test readiness and configuration control
- Participate in flight briefs, debriefs, and flight readiness reviews
- Support real-time test execution, including Telemetry Room / Telemetry Operations monitoring and onboard test support as required
- Perform post-test data processing and analysis, identifying anomalies and supporting root-cause investigations
- Document test results through test reports, summaries, and data packages
- Ensure test activities comply with internal safety processes and applicable regulations
- Contribute to continuous improvement of flight test tools, procedures, and workflows
- Represent flight test engineering in program reviews and cross-functional forums
What You Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- 2–5 years of experience in flight test, systems test, or a related experimental test environment
- Familiarity with flight test planning and execution
- Experience with data processing and analysis (MATLAB, Python, or similar)
- Basic understanding of aircraft systems and aerodynamics
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, fast-moving team environment
- Willingness to travel and support on-site or remote test operations as required
Compensation:
Our compensation package is a blend of base salary and equity options for eligible employees. The range for this role is $85,000 - $110,000. We consider a number of factors when presenting a final offer, including geography, internal equity and years of experience and expertise.
Benefits
- Unlimited PTO
- 10 paid holidays
- 401(k)
- Medical, Dental, Life insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Equity tax advisory services
- Supportive work culture
The Interview Process
We want our interview process to be a true reflection of our culture: transparent and collaborative. Throughout the interview process, your recruiter will guide you through the next steps and ensure you feel prepared every step of the way.
- Our First Chat: During this first conversation, you’ll meet with a recruiter or hiring team member to chat through your background, what you could bring to our team, what you are looking for in your next role, and who we are.
- The Hiring Manager Interview: You will meet with your potential future boss to really dive into the role, the team, expectations, and what success means at JetZero. This is your chance to really nerd out with someone in your field.
- The Panel: Learn more about the team, responsibilities, and workflows. You should be prepared to speak about past projects, how you collaborate and communicate with others, and how you live our values. Depending on the team and role you are interviewing for, you may meet with several teammates as well as cross-functional partners.
- The Executive Review: A chance to meet an executive and view JetZero from a different lens. Be prepared to ask well-thought-out questions about the company, culture, and more.
Depeneding on the position you are interviewing for, there may also be a Take Home Exercise as part of the interview proccess. Our assessments seek to test the hard skills required to do the job. Your recruiter will inform you of which assessment you will be assigned and ensure you are fully prepared for your big day.
JetZero does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.
At JetZero, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment & do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws, ordinance, or regulation.