Flight Test Engineer

Job Title: Flight Test Engineer - REMOTEJob DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled and experienced Flight Test Engineer to join our team. The role involves developing and executing flight test plans, analyzing test data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the success of our aviation projects.ResponsibilitiesSupport the development of flight test plans, test cards, and test objectives aligned with program and system requirements.Define test configurations, instrumentation needs, and data collection strategies.Coordinate with systems, controls, and operations teams to ensure test readiness.Participate in aircraft ground and flight test activities, supporting pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight operations.Monitor aircraft systems and telemetry during test execution to identify anomalies or safety concerns.Support real-time decision-making during test events in collaboration with pilots, flight test leads, and engineering teams.Analyze flight test data to assess system performance, aircraft behavior, and compliance with test objectives.Correlate flight test results with system expectations, simulations, or analytical models.Document findings, anomalies, and lessons learned, and communicate results to cross-functional teams.Work closely with systems, controls, avionics, and simulation engineers to investigate issues and support root-cause analysis.Support refinement of test procedures and system designs based on flight test outcomes.Contribute to continuous improvement of flight test processes and documentation.Essential SkillsMinimum of 3 years of experience working as a Flight Test Engineer.At least 3 years of hands-on experience with aircraft flight test execution, including ground and/or flight activities.Experience developing or supporting flight test plans and test procedures.Strong experience in flight test data analysis and post-flight reporting.Systems-level understanding of aircraft and subsystem interactions.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience supporting autonomous, optionally piloted, or experimental aircraft programs.Familiarity with telemetry systems, data acquisition, or flight test instrumentation.Experience working alongside flight controls or simulation teams.Exposure to simulation-based test planning or test correlation.Experience in regulated aerospace environments or certification-adjacent testing.Work EnvironmentThis position offers a fully remote work environment, allowing you the flexibility to manage your work-life balance while contributing to cutting-edge aviation projects.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Phoenix, AZ.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 2026.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.