The Flight Test Engineer leads flight-testing operations for eVTOL aircraft, managing a team of test pilots, engineers, and technicians. The role involves developing test plans, coordinating schedules, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, analyzing data, and collaborating with design teams to support certification and aircraft enhancement.

Responsibilities

Develop comprehensive flight test plans in collaboration with engineering, design, and production teams.
Coordinate the scheduling of test flights, ensuring optimal use of resources and alignment with project timelines.
Liaise with regulatory bodies to ensure all tests meet required certification standards.
Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team of test pilots, flight engineers, and technicians.
Ensure all flight test operations adhere to safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
Oversee the preparation and maintenance of test aircraft, ensuring they are in optimal condition for testing.
Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies for flight test operations.
Analyze flight test data to evaluate aircraft performance, identify issues, and recommend improvements.
Prepare detailed reports on test results, including performance metrics, safety assessments, and compliance documentation.
Present findings to senior management and relevant stakeholders.
Work closely with design, engineering, and production teams to align flight test objectives with overall project goals.
Communicate regularly with customers, regulatory authorities, and other stakeholders to provide updates on test progress and outcomes.
Collaborate with external partners and suppliers to coordinate testing of components and systems.
Identify opportunities for process improvements in flight test operations and implement best practices.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience in flight test operations.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a multidisciplinary team.
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
Strong awareness of safety protocol.

Nice to have

Experience with eVTOL development
Knowledge of system integration and design
Some experience with Type Certification acquisition
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Experience working with regulatory bodies such as the FAA, JCAB, EASA, or similar.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining a focus on safety and quality.
Knowledge of flight characteristics and performance and ability to analyze
Working experience with measurement and data analysis tools

Benefits

115 days off per year（Saturday / Sundays / Newyear holidays（12/29～1/3） / Company designated holidays）
Annual paid leave
Refresh leave (Granted after 1, 3, 4, 5 years of service)
Commuting allowance, business trip allowance, moving allowance, etc.
Relocation Packages
Health insurance
Employee pension (according to Japan standards)
Employment insurance
Worker’s accident compensation insurance