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Hire Flight Test Engineers — faster, vetted, worldwide
Airlines, airports, cargo carriers, MROs, aerospace manufacturers, ATOs, ANSPs, and business aviation operators use CosmoQuick to source qualified flight test engineers. Post your requirement and get matched in days, not months.
Median Salary
$148k
$106k – $207k
Demand Score
87/100
High
Monthly Openings
720
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+11%
rolling 12 months
Why employers hire on CosmoQuick
CosmoQuick matches aviation talent on type ratings, licences, experience, and destination — eliminating the weeks lost in unstructured search. Hiring teams see vetted, ready-to-interview profiles within days.
Market outlook
The market for flight test engineers across the global aviation market is experiencing a high-volume surge. YoY vacancy growth is hovering at +11%, primarily catalyzed by new aircraft programs, sustainable aviation initiatives, and aerospace supply-chain growth.
Compensation context
Experienced flight test engineers in the global aviation market are commanding base packages ranging from $106k up to $207k annually. Standard benefits packages include health insurance, flight concessions, training bonds, and flight hour allowances for crews, or performance bonuses for corporate staff.
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Aviation industries hiring this role
Commercial Airlines hiring Flight Test Engineers
Full-service and low-cost passenger airlines hiring pilots, cabin crew, engineers, and ground staff at scale
Cargo Airlines hiring Flight Test Engineers
Dedicated cargo airlines and integrators hiring across freighter operations, cargo handling, and logistics
Charter Airlines hiring Flight Test Engineers
Charter operators and ACMI providers hiring across on-demand and seasonal flight operations
Private Aviation Operators hiring Flight Test Engineers
Private jet operators, VVIP fleets, and fractional companies hiring across business jet operations
Business Aviation Companies hiring Flight Test Engineers
Corporate flight departments and business jet operators hiring across crew, dispatch, and management
Airports hiring Flight Test Engineers
International, regional, and cargo airports hiring across operations, terminal, and commercial functions
Airport Service Companies hiring Flight Test Engineers
Airport concessionaires and service providers hiring across passenger services, retail, and F&B
Ground Handling Companies hiring Flight Test Engineers
Independent ground handlers and airline subsidiaries hiring ramp, passenger, and cargo handling staff
MRO Providers hiring Flight Test Engineers
MRO providers — airframe, engine, component — hiring engineers, technicians, and avionics specialists
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Flight Test Engineer in the global aviation market is around $145k, typically ranging from $104k to $203k based on experience, type ratings, and the type of aviation employer.