Teamlead Flight Testing (m/f/d)

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Deine Aufgaben • Lead and manage a team of approximately 8 flight test engineers • Guide and oversee flight testing activities for product certification with regulatory bodies (FAA, ANAC, JCAB, EASA) • Actively participate in Product Increment (PI) planning, representing the flight test team and ensuring alignment with product goals. • Plan and estimate flight testing tasks, manage resources, timelines, and logistics for testing and validation projects • Apply expertise in UAV airworthiness and airmanship, ensuring safe and effective flight tests with appropriate instrumentation • Review and release flight test plans, cards, and reports to ensure quality and accuracy • Work closely with certification, ground test, software, and hardware teams, and continuously improve flight test processes Dein Profil • You have a master’s degree in aviation engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a similar field. • You have 10+ years of professional experience in manned or unmanned flight testing. • You have more than 5 years of experience as a test manager. • You have Proven leadership experience in managing flight test engineers or similar technical teams. • You have experience in certification flight testing and working with regulatory authorities (ANAC, FAA, EASA, JCAB). • You bring a strong understanding of test-driven development, experience-based testing, and iterative V-model production development cycles. • You are familiar with Jira, Visure (requirement management tools), PX-4 auto flight controllers, and eVTOL UAS/manned aircraft systems. A1/A3 drone pilot license required. Was du als ideale Kandidatin oder idealer Kandidat mitbringst • You thrive in collaborative environments and value collective success. • You approach challenges with a positive mindset and a proactive attitude. • You believe technology has the power to improve society and drive positive change for the future. Warum wir? • Join a dynamic, motivated team that values collaboration and innovation. • Experience the energy and agility of a fast-growing tech startup where every day brings new opportunities. • Take ownership of projects and bring your ideas to life, shaping the direction of our work. • We are dedicated to supporting your growth with resources and opportunities to advance your role and career. • Your work will have a direct, positive impact on both the company and society, contributing to meaningful change.