Senior Flight Test Engineer

Senior Flight Test Engineer

Pivotal is the leader in the emerging market of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. We design, develop, and manufacture light eVTOL aircraft and are renowned for the BlackFly, the first light eVTOL to fly manned missions and enter the consumer market.

Efficient, compact, and simple, Pivotal vehicles are designed for a wide range of consumer, public service, and defense applications. Our distinctive tilt-aircraft architecture and scalable platform have been in development, preparing to enter the market for over 10 years. We recently announced our next-generation aircraft, the Helix, planned for general release and scalable production in 2025.

Mobility is one of the most highly-valued areas of technology investment today. This is the right company, in the right space, the right strategy, at the right time. We invite you to join our amazing team and grow with us.

You are responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing flight test activities to validate the performance, handling qualities, and safety of our UAS and crewed eVTOL aircraft. This includes developing detailed test plans and procedures, supporting ground and flight tests, and analyzing results to ensure accurate data capture and reporting. You work cross-functionally with engineering, flight operations, and certification teams to ensure all testing aligns with program milestones and regulatory requirements. A strong focus on safety, technical excellence, and continuous improvement is essential in this role as we progress toward certification and commercial operation.

Role Responsibilities

• Become a flight test leader and technical subject matter expert in novel eVTOL aircraft.
• Lead, coach and mentor Pivotals flight test efforts based on established experience and expertise.
• Immerse yourself in the design, test, operation, and maintenance of our aircraft
• Develop expertise with the technical aspects our aircraft systems and subsystems
• Strategize and collaborate planning between the flight test and engineering teams to develop and execute UAS and crewed flight testing.
• Some travel required.
• Analyze performance of aircraft electronics and other components for operational and reliability issues
• Troubleshoot and perform repairs and upgrades
• Suggest and / or implement design and process improvements
• Compile and document findings, results of tests, quality or safety concerns
• Keep aircraft fleet flight-ready.
• This position includes the opportunity to train to become a BlackFly pilot through our BlackFly training program.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Attributes aligned with Core Values

Applicants must be eligible for employment in the United States and willing to work onsite at our HQ office in Palo Alto, CA.

Pivotal offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k plans.

Pivotal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pivotal does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

$135,000 - $170,000 a year

Compensation details : 135000-170000 Yearly Salary

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