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Flight Test Operator

Fort Stockton, Texas, United States +1 · Full-time · Posted Jun 11, 2026

Location
Fort Stockton, Texas, United States
Costa Mesa, California, United States
Experience
No specific number of years stated.

About the job

Supports flight test operations for small uncrewed fixed-wing aircraft, including aircraft preparation, flight execution, and test-site support.

What you'll do

  • Assist with Altius testing, system checkouts, flights, and feedback for Test Engineering.
  • Build, program, and maintain autonomous aircraft; support flight execution, materials preparation, and test demonstrations.
  • Assist with test-site installations and maintenance, inventory, and equipment upkeep; travel between sites as needed.

What they ask for

  • RC, RPIC, or Pilot-operator (PIC) experience on fixed wing commercial and/or defense Group 2 aircraft.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain an FAA part 107 certificate, and FAA Part 61 ground school completion (as required).
  • Familiarity with flight controllers and autopilot logic; significant knowledge of National Airspace regulations and operating restrictions.
  • Small UAS maintenance experience and willingness to travel approximately 60% of the time.

Nice to have

  • LiPO/LiON battery handling experience.
  • Experience with developmental and operational test; bachelor’s degree in aerospace, electrical, software, or mechanical engineering.

Pay

$42.31 — $56.25 USD (base salary)

Tools

FAA part 107, FAA Part 61

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First seen Oct 10, 2026 · Last verified Nov 5, 2026 (UTC)