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Flight Test Engineer 3

AEVEX · Tampa, Florida, United States

Posted about 2 months ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
55 days
AEVEX's roles stay open a median of 56 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
0% of AEVEX's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at AEVEX
high
44 stale, 2 reposted of 58 open
Hiring momentum
85 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-28

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from AEVEX's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for AEVEX.

About this role

The Flight Test Engineer 3 position involves overseeing all aspects of flight testing for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), including planning, execution, data analysis, and reporting. The role requires collaboration with various teams to ensure safety and technical compliance, as well as interfacing with contractors for test scheduling. The engineer will also provide leadership and advisory support throughout the testing process and must be prepared for domestic travel up to 25%.

Our read on this posting2.2out of 5
benefits
2/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
0/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of AEVEX as an employer.

What you need

  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical Engineering or a related field
  • 6+ years of experience in engineering
  • Test and evaluation experience in an aerospace program
  • Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/SCI DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required
  • Strong understanding of new concepts and ability to apply them
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Nice to have

  • Master's degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical Engineering or a related field
  • At least four (4) years of experience in the DoD
  • Experience with UAS flight test
  • Experience with ArduPilot mission planning software

What you get

  • 401(k)-retirement plan
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance
  • Professional development funds
  • Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support

Worth weighing

  • Onsite position with required domestic travel up to 25%
  • Experience in the DoD is preferred but not mandatory
  • Physical demands include standing for extended periods and lifting up to 15 pounds
  • Requires ability to operate in high noise and adverse weather conditions

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Listed by AEVEX on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-28. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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