Flight Test Instrumentation Engineer

Role Overview

• Work closely with engineering and flight test teams to identify and define data acquisition requirements for flight campaigns
• Design and develop complete flight test instrumentation systems including hardware, software, telemetry architecture, and sensor integration
• Define and implement telemetry systems and ground stations capable of delivering reliable real time flight data
• Install, calibrate, validate, and maintain instrumentation systems on unmanned aerial platforms
• Ensure accurate, high quality data acquisition during flight testing activities
• Support flight test operations on site and troubleshoot instrumentation issues in fast paced environments
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to continuously improve testing capabilities and data reliability
• Contribute to the development of scalable and efficient instrumentation processes for future programs

Requirements

• Relevant experience as a Flight Test Instrumentation Engineer or in a similar instrumentation role within aerospace environments
• Aerospace background is mandatory
• Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field
• Strong understanding of data acquisition systems, telemetry systems, and sensor technologies
• Experience integrating and validating instrumentation hardware and software
• Ability to work hands on with flight hardware in demanding test environments
• Strong communication and organisational skills with the ability to collaborate across technical teams
• Willingness to travel internationally to support flight test activities
• Experience working with unmanned systems is highly valued