# Aeronautical Test Engineer at Enigma Aerospace

- Company: Enigma Aerospace
- What the company does: A software-defined, autonomous aircraft built to carry any mission to the most remote, austere and contested places on earth. Backed by Techstars.
- Company website: https://enigma.aero
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Burlington, MA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-03-16
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://jobs.lever.co/crgo/a4f0127b-8d20-4c40-856d-a3fb75aed89e
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/enigma-aerospace-aeronautical-test-engineer/

## About the role

Enigma Aerospace is seeking an Aeronautical Test Engineer to lead the analysis and testing of our next-generation, runway-independent autonomous fixed-wing aircraft. This role will involve significant contributions to aircraft design through analysis, simulation and testing of aircraft and flight subsystems from the benchtop, to ground test, through flight testing, ensuring our aircraft perform as expected and is ready for inclusion in demonstrations, exercises, and sustained flight operations.

## What they're looking for

- BS/MS or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Controls, or a related field
- Strong understanding of aircraft dynamics and flight controls
- 7+ years of experience in aerospace and flight test engineering, or related field specifically on fixed-wing, autonomous aircraft systems
- Strong & demonstrated knowledge and experience with GNC/ Flight control law software including open source software such as PX4 and Ardupilot
- Hands-on experience with fixed-wing aircraft flying and/or testing (manned or unmanned)
- Proficiency with data acquisition and analysis software, scripting and tools (MATLAB, Python or similar) and telemetry/DAQ systems

Tags: Engineering