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Senior Flight Test Engineer

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Aug 11, 2026

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Salary
$115k – $170k/yr
Location
Sunnyvale, California
Workplace
Onsite
Type
Full-time
Department
Flight Test
Seniority
Senior
Experience
5+ years
Source
Lever

Description

We are seeking a Flight Test Engineer to operate within the Flight Test team. Candidate will work with ground and flight operations, engineering, and other LTA teams, to develop test plans and direct flight test efforts for our revolutionary large rigid airship flying from Moffett Field in Sunnyvale, CA. We’re looking for an engineer to foster safe, effective flight testing. The Flight Test Engineer will develop test plans and test hazard analyses (THA), draft airship limitations, lead ground and flight tests, perform data analysis, write test reports, and document test results. This position will also contribute to the development and review of the Airship Flight Manual (AFM) and other operational documents by collaborating with multiple teams to provide pertinent information.

Skills

Python

Benefits

Relocation assistanceExcellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan (100% premium paid for individuals, ~70% for dependents)Company-paid life, AD&D, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurancesParental leaveGenerous PTO + 10 paid holidays401(k) matching up to 6%Lunch and snacks provided every day, including accommodations for all dietary restrictionsMonthly wellness stipendMonthly cell phone stipendYearly education stipend to obtain certifications or take classes in your fieldFun events, swag, and the occasional airship rideAn opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and the most talented experts from different fields

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