TN Visa Flight Test Engineer Jobs
Flight Test Engineer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Engineer category, covering aeronautical, aerospace, and mechanical engineering disciplines. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry with no cap or lottery. Mexican citizens need a U.S. consular appointment. Your degree field must align directly with the role.
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At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.
We are seeking a Flight Controls Engineer with a strong focus on autonomy to support the development, integration, and validation of advanced flight control systems for next-generation aircraft. This role sits at the intersection of flight controls, guidance, navigation, and autonomous system development, enabling increasingly capable and certifiable autonomous operations.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:
- Support integration and validation of flight control systems enabling autonomous and semi-autonomous operation
- Contribute to autonomy architecture, including mode management, state machines, and decision logic
- Integrate flight control systems with Flight Management Systems (FMS), navigation systems, and offboard/ground control interfaces
- Support system-level requirements development, traceability, and verification for autonomy features
- Develop and execute test plans across simulation, Iron Bird, and flight test environments
- Analyze flight test data to evaluate control system and autonomy performance
- Ensure compliance with certification standards and safety-critical development practices
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mature autonomy capabilities from concept through flight
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or related field
- Experience with flight control systems or guidance, navigation, and control (GNC)
- Strong understanding of control systems and aircraft dynamics
- Experience with MATLAB/Simulink or similar modeling and simulation tools
- Familiarity with embedded systems and real-time software environments
- Experience developing or integrating autonomous systems, robotics, or decision-making algorithms
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with eVTOL, UAV, or advanced aircraft programs
- Familiarity with DO-178C, DO-331, ARP4754, or similar certification frameworks
- Experience with state estimation, sensor fusion, or path planning algorithms
- Exposure to hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), Iron Bird, or flight test campaigns
- Programming experience in C/C++ or Python
- Understanding of communication systems for autonomy (radio links, datalinks, ground control systems)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Based in South Burlington, VT; on-site presence required to support labs, rigs, and integrated testing. Occasional travel to test sites and suppliers as needed.
COMPENSATION
$125,000—$150,000 USD
The wage listed here reflects our best faith estimate for this role. We pay competitively and base compensation on a variety of factors including skills, experience, industry background, and the evolving needs of the role. We remain committed to fair and equitable pay and we're happy to discuss during the interview process.
BETA offers a competitive Total Compensation package designed to support you now and as you grow with us. This role includes both Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units for all full-time team members, so everyone shares in our success. You’ll have access to onsite healthcare in Vermont, comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid parental leave. We also take care of the everyday details with daily lunch provided, and yes—flight lessons are part of the experience, along with a range of additional perks that make work here genuinely rewarding.
We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. BETA complies with all applicable federal, state and local non-discrimination laws and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our workplace.
Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E-Verify.
INTRODUCTION
At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.
We are seeking a Flight Controls Engineer with a strong focus on autonomy to support the development, integration, and validation of advanced flight control systems for next-generation aircraft. This role sits at the intersection of flight controls, guidance, navigation, and autonomous system development, enabling increasingly capable and certifiable autonomous operations.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:
- Support integration and validation of flight control systems enabling autonomous and semi-autonomous operation
- Contribute to autonomy architecture, including mode management, state machines, and decision logic
- Integrate flight control systems with Flight Management Systems (FMS), navigation systems, and offboard/ground control interfaces
- Support system-level requirements development, traceability, and verification for autonomy features
- Develop and execute test plans across simulation, Iron Bird, and flight test environments
- Analyze flight test data to evaluate control system and autonomy performance
- Ensure compliance with certification standards and safety-critical development practices
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mature autonomy capabilities from concept through flight
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or related field
- Experience with flight control systems or guidance, navigation, and control (GNC)
- Strong understanding of control systems and aircraft dynamics
- Experience with MATLAB/Simulink or similar modeling and simulation tools
- Familiarity with embedded systems and real-time software environments
- Experience developing or integrating autonomous systems, robotics, or decision-making algorithms
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with eVTOL, UAV, or advanced aircraft programs
- Familiarity with DO-178C, DO-331, ARP4754, or similar certification frameworks
- Experience with state estimation, sensor fusion, or path planning algorithms
- Exposure to hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), Iron Bird, or flight test campaigns
- Programming experience in C/C++ or Python
- Understanding of communication systems for autonomy (radio links, datalinks, ground control systems)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Based in South Burlington, VT; on-site presence required to support labs, rigs, and integrated testing. Occasional travel to test sites and suppliers as needed.
COMPENSATION
$125,000—$150,000 USD
The wage listed here reflects our best faith estimate for this role. We pay competitively and base compensation on a variety of factors including skills, experience, industry background, and the evolving needs of the role. We remain committed to fair and equitable pay and we're happy to discuss during the interview process.
BETA offers a competitive Total Compensation package designed to support you now and as you grow with us. This role includes both Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units for all full-time team members, so everyone shares in our success. You’ll have access to onsite healthcare in Vermont, comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid parental leave. We also take care of the everyday details with daily lunch provided, and yes—flight lessons are part of the experience, along with a range of additional perks that make work here genuinely rewarding.
We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. BETA complies with all applicable federal, state and local non-discrimination laws and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our workplace.
Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E-Verify.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Flight Test Engineer
Align your credentials to the TN Engineer category
TN visa approval for Flight Test Engineer roles hinges on your degree matching aeronautical, aerospace, or mechanical engineering. A software engineering degree supporting a test systems role creates classification risk. Get your transcripts translated and evaluated before applying.
Target defense contractors with established TN programs
Aerospace and defense primes routinely hire Canadian and Mexican engineers on TN status for flight test programs. Look for job postings that explicitly list USMCA or TN among accepted work authorization types, not just H-1B visa sponsorship.
Confirm security clearance eligibility before applying
Many flight test programs require access to classified facilities or ITAR-controlled data. TN status doesn't automatically disqualify you, but some positions are U.S.-citizen-only. Filter roles by clearance requirement before investing in the TN application process.
Request a support letter covering specialty occupation elements
Your employer's support letter should describe how the Flight Test Engineer role requires a specific engineering degree, not just any technical background. CBP officers at the port of entry use this letter to assess specialty occupation status on the spot.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers who already sponsor TN visas
Searching broadly wastes time on employers unfamiliar with visa sponsorship. Migrate Mate filters Flight Test Engineer roles by employer experience with work visa filings, so you're talking to hiring teams who already understand sponsorship processes and won't confuse TN with H-1B.
Understand Mexican TN processing before your consular appointment
Mexican citizens apply at a U.S. consulate and face a capped annual allocation unlike Canadians. Schedule your appointment as soon as you have a signed offer letter. Delays in consular scheduling can push your start date by weeks.
Flight Test Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Flight Test Engineer role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, Flight Test Engineer roles qualify under the TN Engineer category when your degree is in aeronautical, aerospace, mechanical, or a closely related engineering discipline. The job title doesn't need to match exactly, but the duties must align with professional engineering practice and your degree must be specific to the field, not a general science or technology credential.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Flight Test Engineer positions?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and no petition waiting period. Canadians can receive TN approval at a port of entry the same day they present documents. H-1B requires employer sponsorship months in advance, a lottery selection, and USCIS processing. For most Canadian Flight Test Engineers, TN is faster and more predictable than H-1B, assuming the role clearly fits the Engineer category.
Where can I find Flight Test Engineer jobs that sponsor TN visas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking TN-sponsored roles in the U.S. You can filter Flight Test Engineer openings by TN visa eligibility, which surfaces employers already familiar with USMCA sponsorship. This saves you from applying to roles where the hiring team has no experience processing TN status and may mistake it for H-1B.
Can I hold a TN visa if my flight test role requires a security clearance?
TN status itself doesn't disqualify you from security clearance eligibility, and some Canadian and Mexican nationals do hold clearances for certain programs. However, positions requiring a U.S.-only clearance or access to restricted ITAR data may be explicitly limited to U.S. citizens regardless of visa status. Confirm the clearance requirements directly with the employer before applying.
What documents does my employer need to prepare for my TN application?
Your employer should provide a detailed support letter on company letterhead confirming your job title, duties, the engineering degree required for the role, and your start date. For Canadian citizens, this letter plus your degree credentials goes directly to CBP at the port of entry. Mexican citizens submit these documents as part of the consular visa application package before their appointment.