Flight Operations Engineer / Pilot

As a Flight Operations Engineer at Poseidon Aerospace, you will plan, execute, and oversee flight operations for our next-generation autonomous seaplanes, requiring a deep understanding of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) and the ability to translate technical objectives into safe, efficient, and repeatable flight operations.

Requirements

• Define and manage flight test plans, objectives, and procedures for aircraft development and validation
• Operate Poseidon aircraft as the Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC) during flight testing and operational demonstrations
• Lead flight readiness reviews, preflight briefings, and postflight debriefings with engineering and test teams
• Work closely with avionics, propulsion, and airframe engineers to ensure flight systems are configured, tested, and documented correctly
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), emergency checklists, and flight manuals
• Analyze flight data and provide feedback to engineering teams for system tuning, safety improvements, and performance validation
• Ensure all operations comply with FAA regulations and internal safety management protocols
• Plan and coordinate ground operations, range logistics, and communications infrastructure for test campaigns
• Inform the long-term operational strategy, including autonomous and remote-pilot operational concepts

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Visa Sponsorship
• Four Day Work Week
• Generous Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance