Flight Test Instrumentation Intern
Location
Long Beach, CA
Level
Internship
Department
Aerospace & Space
Type
Salary
Job Description
Posted on:
2026-03-06
Responsibilities
- Install, program, test, and support aircraft flight test instrumentation systems to meet requirements.
- Build and maintain a fly-by-wire aircraft according to Odys standards using shop and calibrated tooling.
- Build and install harness assemblies, strain gauges, DAQ systems, accelerometers, data aggregators, and other sensor parameters.
- Maintain good recordkeeping of all work performed.
- Assume any duties delegated.
- Collaborate with the engineering team on various projects.
- Travel to different flight test site locations as required.
Job Requirements
- Previous experimental flight test experience, preferably in eVTOL or UAS-related fields.
- Experience implementing sensor stacks with known flight control architectures, including hardware and software integration.
- Proficient computer skills, including data analysis experience using Matlab and Python.
- Excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication across technical disciplines.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with extended hours and travel required.
- Willingness to travel at least 75% to different flight test site locations.
- Preferred hands-on experience in motorsports and/or electric vehicles.
