Propulsion Test Engineer (R4380)
Shield AIWichitaFull TimeEngineering
Remotely
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Job Description
📋 Description
- Lead propulsion test planning and execution for X-BAT autonomous VTOL jet aircraft.
- Direct engine/hover test campaigns; provide technical program leadership.
- Collaborate with propulsion, flight test, autonomy, instrumentation, safety teams.
🎯 Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- 8+ years in propulsion testing for jet engines, VTOL, UAVs, or flight tests.
- Expertise in engine tests, hover/transition events, propulsion-airframe testing.
- Strong knowledge of engine controls, FADEC, thrust measurement, thermal analysis, vibration.
- Experience with high-energy test procedures, hazard analyses, readiness docs.
- Excellent communication; able to travel for field tests.
🎁 Benefits
- Full-time regular employee offer package with pay, bonuses, benefits, equity.
- Field deployments and extended test schedules supported.
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