Test Pilot Job at Merlin Labs, North Kingstown, RI

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  • Merlin Labs
  • North Kingstown, RI

Job Description

About Merlin: Merlin is a venture backed aerospace startup building a non-human pilot to enable both reduced crew and uncrewed flight. Backed by some of the world’s leading investors, Merlin is scaling alongside our customers to begin leveraging autonomy today to solve some of aviation’s biggest challenges. About You: Do you enjoy hands-on testing at the cutting edge of aerospace technology? Do you enjoy fast paced problem solving? Are you self-motivated and have a critical eye for flight safety and flight test details? Do you love the idea of more widely proliferated and safer flying machines, accessible to all? If so, you might be a good fit for our Flight Ops team! Responsibilities: Lead capability testing on our test aircraft working with our engineering team in supporting development of our autonomy systems by flying early and often. As a lead project pilot, develop and drive the application of processes we need to prepare for, execute, and analyze our flight tests. Collaborate with hardware, software, flight controls, integration, and flight operation teams to develop test plans, ensure readiness for test, and drive efficient and effective collection of the data we need to test our systems. Execute flight tests as needed onsite, including assisting in building and approving test cards, verifying procedures and software via simulation, serving as test pilot, and supporting generation of analysis and deficiency reports after flight through robust flight test reports. Qualifications: 5+ years direct experience with experimental flight tests or a combination of equivalent formal training and experience. Knowledge of basic concepts of fixed wing aircraft flight dynamics and control. Enthusiastic willingness to do what needs to be done to help our flight test program succeed, including but not limited to: flying small airplanes, and learning new skills as necessary. Exceptional written and verbal communication and organizational skills. Must be eligible to work in the US without Visa sponsorship. This position is based on-site at Merlin HQ in Boston, MA. We offer flexible hybrid in office schedules. We understand that relocating for a new role is a significant decision, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. That’s why we offer comprehensive relocation assistance to help make your transition as seamless as possible. From covering moving expenses to providing guidance on finding housing, we aim to ensure your relocation experience is stress-free. Additionally, once you’re here, you’ll enjoy a variety of on-site perks designed to make your workday enjoyable and convenient. These include catered lunches featuring a rotating menu of delicious options, an assortment of snacks to keep you fueled throughout the day, and a selection of beverages, including coffee, tea, and other drinks, to keep you refreshed. Our goal is to create an environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally Merlin Labs offers an innovative, entrepreneurial, and team-focused startup environment. We also offer a top-notch benefits package (health, dental, life, unlimited vacation, and 401k with match) and work/life integration. Being part of the Merlin team allows you to become part of a small team that supports professional development while working together to achieve our mission. Merlin Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status. All job offers are contingent upon the candidate passing background, and reference checks. At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or consider candidates who require visa transfers. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to people@merlinlabs.com Merlin Labs does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr Merlin Labs

Job Tags

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