The Opportunity

Flock Safety is seeking an experienced and passionate UAS Flight Test Engineer to join our team dedicated to advancing Drone as First Responder (DFR) programs. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in building out and conducting technical testing of different necessary components for DFR systems. In addition to this the candidate will be piloting drones, supporting logistics, and conducting research and development to enhance our DFR capabilities. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology that saves lives and improves public safety.

This position is an on-site position in our facilities located in Atlanta, GA and will require up to 25% domestic travel. The Flight Test Engineer will be an individual contributor responsible for ensuring the reliability and performance of our drone systems, and providing critical insights and improvements for our technology.

The Skillset

• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate: Required to operate drones for commercial purposes.
• Hardware integration experience: Understanding of standard steps for assessing a new component for integration into a larger system. Preferably into an aircraft.
• Software familiarity: Ability to work with custom software through a terminal interface. Preferred experience in Python for the ability to write and modify custom testing applications.
• Strong Problem-Solving Skills and Attention to Detail: Ability to efficiently identify issues, troubleshoot, and implement effective solutions.
• Strong Research Skills: Ability to stay current on emerging drone technologies and industry best practices.
• Effective Communicator: Ability to convey technical information clearly to various stakeholders.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand and be on your feet for extended periods during testing, field operations, and maintenance tasks. Capable of lifting and transporting equipment and hardware weighing up to 55 lbs.
• Travel and Outdoor Work: Ability to travel as required for testing, training, and operational missions (estimated 25% travel). Ability to work outdoors over 70% of the time.
• Independent and Collaborative Work: Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a startup team environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent professional experience in UAS, aviation, flight test, or hardware systems.
• Customer-Focused Mindset: Ability to support internal and external stakeholders effectively.

Feeling uneasy that you haven't ticked every box? That's okay; we've felt that way too. Studies have shown women and minorities are less likely to apply unless they meet all qualifications. We encourage you to break the status quo and apply to roles that would make you excited to come to work every day.

90 Days at Flock

We prescribe to 90-day plans and believe that good days, lead to good weeks, which lead to good months. This serves as a preview of the 90 day plan you will receive if you were to be hired in this role at Flock Safety.

The First 30 Days

• Meet the team you will be working with and learn about the safety procedures and flight testing environment for your location
• Review current standard testing procedures and documentation
• Learn about current equipment, aircraft, and systems
• Demonstrate UAS piloting capabilities and become a confident Pilot in Command with Flock aircraft

The First 60 Days

• Identify ways to improve current integration and testing efforts, and develop plans for those improvements
• Begin effectively communicating test results to team members and other stakeholders
• Display appropriate problem-solving and risk management skills in line with more sophisticated tasks and experimental endeavors

90 Days & Beyond

• Contribute more broadly to testing write-ups, and be confident in your ability to generate reports based on longer-term accrued testing data
• Contribute continuously to the testing and evaluation of new integrations and systems

Salary & Equity

In this role, you'll receive a starting salary between $84,000-$95,000 as well as Flock Safety Stock Options. Base salary is determined by job-related experience, education/training, as well as market indicators. Your recruiter will discuss this in-depth with you during our first chat.

Location

This role's work responsibilities are based in Atlanta. Candidates must reside in commuting distance to or relocate to Atlanta for this position.

The Perks

Flexible PTO: We offer non-accrual PTO, plus 11 company holidays.

Fully-paid health benefits plan for employees: including Medical, Dental, and Vision and an HSA match.

👪Family Leave: All employees receive 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave. Birthing parents are eligible for an additional 6-8 weeks of physical recovery time.

Fertility & Family Benefits: We have partnered with Maven, a complete digital health benefit for starting and raising a family. Flock will provide a $50,000-lifetime maximum benefit related to eligible adoption, surrogacy, or fertility expenses.

Spring Health: Spring Health offers a variety of mental health benefits, including therapy, coaching, medication management, and digital tools, all tailored to each individual's needs.

💖Caregiver Support: We have partnered with Cariloop to provide our employees with caregiver support.

Carta Tax Advisor: Employees receive 1:1 sessions with Equity Tax Advisors who can address individual grants, model tax scenarios, and answer general questions.

ERGs: We want all employees to thrive and feel like they belong at Flock. We offer four ERGs today - Women of Flock, Flock Proud, LEOs and Melanin Motion. If you are interested in talking to a representative from one of these, please let your recruiter know.

WFH Stipend: $150 per month to cover the costs of working from home.

Productivity Stipend: $300 per year to use on Audible, Calm, Masterclass, Duolingo and so much more.

Home Office Stipend: A one-time $750 to help you create your dream office.