# Senior Flight Test Engineer at Auterion

- Company: Auterion
- What the company does: The leading platform for autonomous systems. Backed by Bessemer.
- Company website: https://auterion.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Manassas, VA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-11-02
- Apply by: 2026-12-17
- Apply: https://auterion.com/company/careers-open-position/8926309002?gh_jid=8926309002&utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/auterion-senior-flight-test-engineer/

## About the role

At Auterion, we build the future of drones and autonomous robots. Our US Flight Operations team tests, validates and demonstrates multi-platform unmanned systems for enterprise and government customers, on schedule and with uncompromising quality. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Engineering Foundation: A technical degree in aerospace, mechatronics, robotics, mechanical, electrical or a related field (or equivalent experience), with a structured, data-driven approach to testing
- FPV Experience (Required): Strong hands-on FPV piloting skills, such as racing, freestyle, operational or tactical use
- Flight Test Experience: Prior experience in flight test, military or government UAS operations, or a comparable aviation or robotics test environment. Proficiency writing test plans and test cards and reporting results
- Hands-On Drone Expertise: Experience building, tuning, maintaining and repairing drones. Soldering, wiring and assembly skills are a strong plus
- Customer-Facing Credibility: Able to brief, fly and communicate clearly and calmly with warfighters, program offices and technical stakeholders
- Software Knowledge: Familiarity with the PX4 ecosystem, ground control stations (QGroundControl, Auterion Mission Control) and flight log analysis tools is a significant advantage

Tags: Engineering

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