[Hiring] Flight Test Engineer @Remoteimagerytechnologies

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced Aeronautical Engineer with expertise in designing, building and flying custom/prototype Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). The ideal candidate will thrive in an aviation test and development environment, contributing to the design and testing of innovative aerospace systems and components.

• Prototyping: Design, develop and enhance additive, subtractive and composite aeronautical structures.
• Designing: Utilize with expertise Computer Aided Design (CAD), Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM), and 3D slicing software to design precise UAV parts and components.
• Additive Manufacturing: Operate Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) and Digital Light Processing (DLP) printers.
• Subtractive Manufacturing: Set-up, run and maintain Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machinery for optimal performance.
• Composite Fabrication: With expert knowledge perform and provide guidance on proper lay up techniques and orientation to maximize material properties or part and component strength.
• Testing and Evaluation: Evaluate test data with mathematical models to direct material and design utilization.
• Operational Testing and Performance: Pilot custom/prototype UAVs in test and operational environments.
• Compliance and Regulation: Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in approved manner (in accordance with Material Safety Data Sheets) using personal protective equipment as required.
• Research: Conduct comprehensive research and deliver expert guidance for the design and implementation of UAVs along with their components tailored specifically for unique and specialized applications.
• Collaboration: Collaborate closely with management, engineers and technicians in a dynamic and fast paced team environment to achieve project goals and timelines.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or any other discipline with a minor in Aeronautical Science.
• Part 107 License.
• 5+ years documented operational experience testing and performing.
• Mastery in CAD SolidWorks and GrabCAD, CNC Pattern Smith and CNC Aspire.
• 5+ years’ experience in FDM printing equipment and material, industrial CNC machinery.
• Proficiency and ability to provide expert guidance in advanced fiberglass and carbon fiber additive processes.

Requirements

• Knowledge and experience filing for US patents.
• Robust network of aeronautical experts.
• Proven track record of efficient problem solving.
• Working knowledge of coding languages (Python, C++, Java, Javascript, C#, Swift).
• Experience in running common UAV ground control station software (mission planner, Q Ground Control, Pix4D Capture, UgCS).