UAS Flight Test Engineer

Flock Safety

. Lead technical flight testing and evaluation for DFR aircraft, hardware integrations, and system components .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $84,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in technical flight testing and evaluation, with strong capabilities in Python scripting for data collection and analysis. Holds a valid FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate and possesses hands-on experience with hardware integrations and troubleshooting in outdoor environments.

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FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot CertificatePython Scripting for Test Data CollectionHardware Integration and Compatibility AssessmentExperimental UAS Flight Testing ExperienceRoot-Cause Troubleshooting

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Hard Skills

Technical Flight TestingData AnalysisCustom Test Script ModificationSystem Performance EvaluationHardware TestingFlight Data DocumentationRoot-Cause TroubleshootingPhysical Component IntegrationTerminal Interface InteractionField Testing

Soft Skills

Communication of FindingsTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot CertificateCriminal Justice Information Services Certification

Industry Keywords

Drone as First ResponderUAS Flight TestingFlight OperationsHardware IntegrationField Missions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead technical flight testing and evaluation for DFR aircraft, hardware integrations, and system components
Serve as Pilot in Command during outdoor flight operations
Evaluate system behavior and performance across diverse conditions
Write and modify custom test scripts using Python and terminal interfaces
Extract data and analyze flight behavior
Conduct root-cause troubleshooting on physical and software discrepancies during bench testing and field missions
Document flight data
Generate technical test write-ups
Communicate actionable findings to engineering stakeholders
Perform outdoor hardware testing and aircraft flights over 70% of the time
Work on-site in Atlanta
Travel domestically up to 25% for field testing and operational missions
Build technology supporting Drone as First Responder programs; Flock builds safety technology used in criminal investigations and to locate missing people

Requirements

What you’ll need

Valid FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
Hands-on experience integrating physical components and assessing hardware compatibility on aircraft systems
Capability to interact with custom software via terminal interfaces
Ability to write or adapt Python scripts for test data collection
Physical stamina to work outdoors in active field testing environments over 70% of the time
Ability to lift up to 55 lbs of equipment
Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline, or equivalent professional flight test and hardware experience
Experience with experimental UAS flight testing or custom flight controllers is a plus
Authorization to work lawfully in the United States
Ability to meet Criminal Justice Information Services certification requirements if required, including a fingerprint-based background check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flock Stock Options
Equal opportunity employer
Disability accommodations for interviews
Base salary range excludes equity and benefits