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Flight Test Instrumentation Engineer (R5009)

Shield AI

Wichita Metro Area · full time

$150,000 – $230,000

Listed on Shield AI’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.

What this role is

This role develops and maintains data acquisition systems for Shield AI's autonomous aircraft, working across propulsion, structures, avionics, and autonomy teams to ensure test data integrity and mission success. It suits someone who thrives in hands-on environments, can design and validate complex instrumentation, and enjoys collaborating with diverse engineering disciplines under field conditions.

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What they ask for

Required

  • Design, install, validate, and maintain data acquisition systems
  • Ensure high-quality reliable data capture across multiple aircraft systems
  • Work with Flight Test, Systems Engineering, Avionics, Autonomy, and Safety teams
  • Operate effectively in dynamic test environments

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