Stratospheric Flight Test Lead — Autonomous Aircraft
Radicalaero
Radical is building high-altitude solar-powered aircraft designed to fly continuously in the stratosphere from our Seattle office. We are assembling a dynamic team of engineers and builders to propel our technology to the next level. As Flight Test Lead you will develop flight test plans, oversee preparations and execution, and work with partners to ensure safe, successful testing of prototype autonomous aircraft systems. You will join a small, agile, interdisciplinary team in Seattle. #J-18808-Ljbffr Radicalaero
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