Flight Test Engineer at Skyryse

Camarillo, California, United States

Skyryse Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aerospace, AviationIndustries

Requirements

  • 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
  • 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

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

Skills

MATLAB
Simulink
Flight Test Planning
Post-Flight Data Analysis
Risk Assessment
Flight Instrumentation
GNC
Flight Operations

Skyryse

Simplifies aircraft control and enhances safety

About Skyryse

Skyryse creates technology to improve safety and ease of flying. Their main product, Skyryse One, uses a system called SkyOS, which simplifies aircraft control with smart actuators and a touchscreen interface. This design reduces potential failure points and automates safety maneuvers, making flying more intuitive for pilots. The company aims to lower the number of small aircraft accidents and make aviation more accessible.

Hawthorne, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$251MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Robotics & Automation, AerospaceIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Flexible PTO plan
Valuable stock option plan
Great health plans
401(k)
Catered lunches
Commuter benefits

Risks

Potential FAA certification delays could impact Skyryse One's commercialization timeline.
International market entry may face regulatory challenges and geopolitical tensions.
Increased operational costs from facility expansion could affect financial stability.

Differentiation

Skyryse's FlightOS offers a universal interface for both rotorcraft and fixed-wing aircraft.
Skyryse One replaces complex mechanical components with smart actuators, enhancing safety and reliability.
SkyOS enables intuitive touchscreen control, reducing pilot fatigue and complexity.

Upsides

Skyryse's partnership with ACE expands SkyOS to the global Black Hawk helicopter market.
FAA certification focus may accelerate Skyryse One's market entry and commercialization.
Skyryse's new facilities in California support growth and system development.

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