Top 162 Flight Jobs in San Luis Obispo Ca

Flight Test Operator II
Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $35.50 - $45.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Customer service
- Pass drug screening
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Pilot - Global 8000 SIC (First Officer)
ACI Jet —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $200,000 - $275,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- 3 years
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Engineering - General Interest
Zone 5 Technologies —San Luis Obispo, CA
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Pilot - Challenger 604 (Pro-line Fusion) Second in Command (SIC)
ACI Jet —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $120,000 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- English
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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UAS Test Pilot
Redwire Defense Tech —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Up to 50% travel
- 5 years
- Military
- Health savings account
- Employee stock purchase plan
Pilot - Global 8000 Captain (PIC)
ACI Jet —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $300,000 - $450,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Embedded Software Engineer I/II
Zone 5 Technologies —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $95,000 - $139,000 a year
- Computer Science
- Software troubleshooting
- System design
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Dentist
Tolosa Children's Dental Center —Paso Robles, CA
- $800 - $1,000 a day
- Part-time
- Background check
- Dental office
- Doctoral degree
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Air Interdiction Agent
Customs and Border Protection —California
- $88,509 - $163,996 a year
- Full-time
- Military
- Mid-level
- Travel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Lead Electrical Systems Engineer
Leidos —California
- $131,300 - $237,350 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Master's degree
- Team management
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Flight Dynamicist
Leidos —California
- $107,900 - $195,050 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- System design
- 8 years
- Analysis skills
Travel RN upto $75/hr
Pinnacle Alliances/HEALTH —California
- Up to $80 an hour
- Travel nursing
- Background check
- Nursing
- Surgery
- Opportunities for advancement
- Referral program
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Military Service - U.S. Air National Guard, Aerospace Medical Service
Military Service - U.S. Air National Guard Recruiting —California
- From $49,838.78 a year
- Full-time
- Anatomy knowledge
- High school diploma or GED
- Assembly
Lead Electrical Systems Engineer
Leidos —California
- $131,300 - $237,350 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Master's degree
- Team management
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CDL A Driver Company Flatbed Step Deck
Kaiser Transport, Inc. —California
- $0.68 - $0.73 per mile
- CDL A
- Mid-level
- Math
- Passenger ride along program
- Health insurance
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Senior Kinetics DE/CD Engineer
Leidos —California
- $131,300 - $237,350 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- System design
- 11+ years
- Windows
HIRING TEAM DRIVERS (CDL-A OTR)-2800wk
Global Fleet LLC —California
- $0.90 - $0.95 per mile
- CDL A
- Mid-level
- Team driver
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Systems Integration and Test Engineer I/II
Zone 5 Technologies —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $85,000 - $128,000 a year
- Laboratory experience
- US work authorization
- Scripting
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Learning & Development Specialist
Zone 5 Technologies —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $89,000 - $110,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Director of Aviation and Aerospace Programs
Cuesta College —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $113,316 - $137,736 a year
- Full-time
- Word processing
- English
- 3 years
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Flight Test Operator II

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. -
San Luis Obispo, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$35.50 - $45.50 an hour

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Flying aircraft
High school diploma or GED
Flight operations
Commercial drone operation

Full Job Description

Flight Test Operator II

Job Summary:

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. is seeking a full-time Flight Test Operator II to work within our project teams. ESAero is a growing aerospace company in the San Luis Obispo area and provides various services which include but are not limited to rapid system development, on-demand niche engineering, hands-on development/testing, and small UAS aerospace system manufacturing. The Flight Test Operator II role is a hybrid of technical maintenance and active flight operations, where you will support the entire lifecycle of experimental aircraft—from the initial assembly and programming of Group I-III vehicles to the execution of critical flight missions. Working directly alongside Flight Test Engineers, you will support performing complex system calibrations, operating ground control software (GCS), and support pilot operations for demonstrations. This position requires a "safety-first" mindset, a willingness to operate in dynamic field environments, and the technical agility to troubleshoot sophisticated hardware under shifting test schedules.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Support building, programing, and maintaining aircraft for flight vehicles including Group I-III UAS including rocket or jet propulsion
Execute flight test missions, system evaluation, and live customer demonstrations.
Act as a pilot during testing on a range of experimental aircraft platforms.
Operate ground control software (GCS) and launcher systems during testing
Assist technicians with technical tasks such as cabling prep, assembly installation, and component configuration.
Execute vehicle checkouts to accomplish system calibration and validation before testing.
Work alongside Flight Test Engineers to meet engineering goals through flight execution, material preparation, and the development of test plans and checklists.
Understand all procedures and hazards associated with the test procedures.
Capture flight data, logs, and system performance observations to assist with post-flight debriefs and root-cause analysis.
Perform equipment setup, hardware maintenance and troubleshooting at test sites, ensuring all supporting hardware is mission ready.
Operate in field environments, staying flexible and responsive to shifting schedules and variable hours based on test requirements.
Ensure strict compliance with FAA regulations, airspace requirements, and internal safety standards.
Open to about 25% travel

Required Qualifications and Skills:

High school diploma or equivalent.
2+ years’ Experience in UAS operations
Basic understanding of aircraft systems and test operations.
Strong attention to detail, situational awareness, and communication skills.
Basic troubleshooting and data acquisition skills.
Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced test environment.
Willing to work flexible hours and support extensive field testing when required.
Willing to relocate to San Luis Obispo or surrounding area
Part 107 Certified (Current) or ability to acquire
U.S. Citizen

Desired Qualifications and Skills:

Associate or relevant technical degree
Experience supporting military UAS flight test or systems testing in a regulated environment.
Experience with FAA, military, or civil flight test practices.
Experience with customer service
Familiarity with flight controllers and autopilot logic
Ammo-62 Certified
Tripoli Rocketry Certification

Comprehensive Benefits & Perks:

Health & Wellness: Choose from three health, dental, and vision plans - including a 100% employer-paid option covering both employees and their families.
Paid Time Off: Enjoy 120 hours of PTO, 80 hours accrued plus an additional 40 hours of holiday break pay in addition to Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day off.
Life Insurance: $25,000 employer-paid life insurance policy, with the option to purchase additional coverage for employees and their families.
Supplemental Coverage: Access optional benefits such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness with Skin Cancer coverage.
Health Savings Account (HSA): Take advantage of a tax-advantaged HSA to manage medical expenses.
Retirement Savings: 401(k) with a company match to support your financial future.
Paid Holidays: Enjoy 9 paid holidays throughout the year.
Work Environment: A casual dress code, complimentary snacks, and a welcoming company culture.
Ideal Location: Work in an area that offers an outstanding quality of life - a perfect place to live, work, and play!

Company Overview:

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc (ESAero) is a leader in aerospace engineering, product development, and manufacturing, dedicated to delivering high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective solutions to the industry. We specialize in cutting-edge system design, rapid product development, precision manufacturing, comprehensive testing, and technology demonstrations to support the evolving needs of the aerospace community. Committed to excellence, on-time delivery, and continuous growth, we invest in infrastructure to expand our manufacturing and aftermarket capabilities while maintaining the highest standards of engineering services.

At ESAero, we don’t just build products, we engineer solutions that propel

the aerospace industry forward.

**This position is fully on-site at ESAero in San Luis Obispo, CA**

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ESAero is an equal opportunity employer.
E-Verify participation required for employment.
Must present proof of authorization to work in the United States.
Must be able to pass background check and drug test.
Hiring Range: $ $35.50-$45.50 Hourly Non-Exempt

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