About the job
About Swoop Aero
Swoop Aero was founded to transform how the world moves essential supplies by making access to the skies seamless. We were the first company globally to deliver a vaccine using a drone under a commercial contract. Since then, we have expanded globally, transforming the health supply chain with drone logistics operations in four countries. We have big plans to shift the paradigm in both developing and developed markets alike, by deploying both our fully managed logistics service into the health supply chain and providing selected partners with our technology platform to further expand their impact.
To deliver on our vision, we’ve brought together a team of eternally optimistic and resourceful ‘doers’ to tackle these seemingly insurmountable problems and make our aspirational goals a reality.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Flight Test Engineer to join our dynamic team. The Flight Test Engineer will play a critical role in the testing and validation of our aircraft systems, ensuring they meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and reliability.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive flight test plans in collaboration with all teams, outlining test objectives, procedures, and success criteria.
- Conduct flight tests in accordance with approved test plans, ensuring business, aircraft and personnel safety is upheld at all times.
- Collect, analyse, and interpret flight test data to evaluate aircraft performance, system functionality, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Identify potential hazards and risks associated with flight testing activities, develop risk mitigation strategies, and ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
- Prepare detailed test reports, documenting test results, observations, and detailed recommendations for design improvements.
- Drive continuous improvement efforts in flight test processes, methodologies, and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Conduct root cause analysis and log analysis for investigation of aircraft occurrences.
- Proactively self-manage to deliver results in line with the project schedule. Set clear, measurable, and achievable objectives, and adhere to them.
- Effectively prioritise and manage key tasks with competing deadlines.
- Collaborate in the development of the procedures and documentation to support a suite of flight tests that validate the aircraft's performance envelope and behaviours in the event of component failure or extreme operating conditions.
Key Selection Criteria
- Strong understanding of aircraft systems, flight mechanics, and aerodynamics.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with flight test instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and analysis tools.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Willingness to travel and work irregular hours as needed to support business activities.
- Preferred QualificationsRelevant engineering and/or aviation operational experience
- Remote Pilot Licence (RePL) with Powered Lift <25kg endorsement
- Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate (AROC)
- Full Drivers Licence
