Flight Test Engineer / Flight Test Engineeress

Role & Responsibilities

- Develop and maintain comprehensive flight test procedures, test cards, and risk assessments in alignment with engineering requirements and safety protocols.
- Monitor flight and ground tests, ensuring traceability to requirements and regulatory objectives.
- Prepare comprehensive test reports and compliance documentation suitable for submission to EASA / FAA and other authorities.
- Support SORA and SAIL compliance activities, including operational risk assessment validation and contingency procedure verification.
- Collaborate with systems, avionics, and mechanical teams to align test activities with program-level compliance objectives.
- Maintain rigorous configuration control, data integrity, and documentation standards.
- Support authority engagement by providing clear compliance evidence and responding to findings or clarifications.
- Prepare flight test orders and coordinate test readiness with pilots, aircrew, remote operators, ground crew, and engineering teams.
- Act as Telemetry Controller during test campaigns, monitoring real-time data and providing mission support.

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aeronautical, Aerospace, or Systems Engineering (or equivalent).
• Strong background in flight mechanics, avionics, and systems integration.
• 5+ years of experience in aerospace test engineering with a focus on compliance verification.
• Proven track record of defining and executing test plans and producing compliance documentation for regulatory authorities.
• Solid knowledge of EASA certification frameworks (CS-27/29 or SC-Light UAS) and SORA/SAIL processes.
• Experience with flight test planning, safety processes, telemetry, and instrumentation.
• Strong documentation and communication skills, with the ability to translate test outcomes into compliance evidence.
• Ability to manage cross-disciplinary teams and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
• Fluency in English – both written and spoken.
• Experience with M365 (SharePoint, Outlook, Teams).
• A strong can-do/will-do attitude.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience with UAV flight testing under EASA oversight.
• Knowledge of test data analysis tools (Python, MATLAB, etc.).
• Knowledge of certification processes and regulatory frameworks (EASA, FAA, military, or equivalent).
• Experience with safety assessments (FHA, PSSA, FMEA, FTA).
• Prior involvement in audits or compliance reviews with authorities.
• Hands-on experience with SIL/HIL environments, ground control stations, and payload integration.
• Experience with Jira, Confluence.
• German: B2 - Upper Intermediate language skills.

What's in it for You

- Be part of an emerging game-changer in uncrewed aviation.
- Join a high-tech company at the forefront of advancing drone technology and innovation.
- Work within a diverse team of over 50 individuals from 12 nations and cultures, enjoying great team events.
- Experience a dynamic, motivated, hands-on, and international working environment.
- Engage in transparent communication at all levels and an open feedback culture with short communication lines.
- Benefit from flexible working models with a 20% mobile office option.
- Enjoy unlimited space for entrepreneurial thinking and participation.
- Work in an office space and production facilities with excellent connections to public transport.
- Collaborate with well-known international customers, suppliers, and partners.
- Experience steep learning curves and trusting mentorship.
- Gain 360° insight and 100% involvement in the processes and development steps of our drones.
- Enjoy 25 paid vacation days per year.

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.