At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and execute flight tests for cutting-edge autonomous drones.
- Company: Join Windracers, a pioneering British drone company making waves in aviation.
- Benefits: Enjoy a hybrid work model, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborate with diverse teams in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a team advancing autonomous aviation with real-world impact.
- Qualifications: Strong background in Flight Test Engineering and Aerospace Engineering required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Company Description
Windracers is a British civil and defense drone company, founded in 2017, that designs and manufactures the dual-use heavy-lift drone platform, Windracers ULTRA. ULTRA is a fully autonomous aircraft with a range of up to 2,000 km, a payload capacity of more than 150 kg, and over 10 hours of endurance. The platform supports missions across defense, humanitarian relief, research, and air cargo operations. ULTRA is already operational in demanding environments such as Ukraine, Alaska, Antarctica, Greenland, and East Africa. Windracers focuses on advancing autonomous aviation so customers can reliably achieve their mission objectives with ULTRA.
Role Description
This is a full-time Flight Test Engineer role based in Fareham, offered on a hybrid basis with some flexibility for remote work. The Flight Test Engineer will plan, prepare, and execute flight tests for the Windracers ULTRA platform, including defining test objectives, test points, and safety considerations. Responsibilities include instrumenting aircraft and ground systems, configuring data acquisition, and ensuring accurate calibration of sensors and avionics. The role involves conducting pre-flight checks, supporting flight operations, monitoring test data in real time, and leading post-flight data analysis to validate performance, safety, and reliability. The Flight Test Engineer will document results, produce test reports, support certification and regulatory compliance activities, and collaborate closely with aerospace, systems, and software engineering teams to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement.
Qualifications
- Strong Flight Test Engineering and Flight Test experience, including planning, execution, and reporting of flight test campaigns.
- Hands-on experience with Aircraft systems and unmanned or autonomous aerial platforms.
- Background in Aerospace Engineering with knowledge of aerodynamics, flight dynamics, propulsion, and avionics.
- Systems Engineering skills, including requirements definition, system integration, verification, and validation.
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Familiarity with aviation safety standards, regulatory frameworks, and risk assessment for flight operations.
- Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, or similar) and ability to interpret complex flight test data.
- Effective communication, documentation, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work in multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with UAVs, autonomous systems, or defense/humanitarian aviation operations is highly desirable.
Flight Test Engineer in Fareham employer: Windracers
At Windracers Group, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous professional development opportunities and a culture that values teamwork and effective communication. Located in the heart of the UK, we provide a unique chance to work within a cutting-edge engineering organisation, ensuring that our IT services are not only reliable but also aligned with industry best practices.
