Head of Flight Testing (f/m/d)

TYTAN Technologies The PACE is fast. The expectations are high. The contribution matters. Working at TYTAN is more than a job, this is a mission. We thrive, think big, and hold ourselves to the highest standard. Our mission and values guide everything we do, and we're looking for people who thrive on ownership, embrace challenges, and are energized by meaningful work. If you're motivated by impact and thrive in dynamic environments, you'll fit right in. At TYTAN, we aim to set a global standard in autonomous air defense with AI-driven, cost-efficient systems that counter unmanned aerial threats at scale. We protect people. We protect critical infrastructure. We protect Europe’s sovereignty. We are looking for a Head of Flight Testing to join our flight testing team in Munich. The Head of Testing is responsible for the strategic leadership, planning, execution, and continuous improvement of all flight test activities and flight test campaigns across the organization. This role ensures the safe, efficient, and successful validation of our products, performance, airworthiness and certification process. As Head of Flight Testing you will be responsible for multidisciplinary flight test teams, overseeing test operations, planning and coordinating with engineering, certification, operations, safety, regulatory authorities, and external partners to deliver flight test objectives. Your Roadmap to Make an Impact Strategic Leadership - Develop and implement the company's flight test strategy aligned with product development and certification objectives. - Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing flight test and campaign management organization. - Define departmental goals, KPIs, budgets, resource requirements, and operational plans. Flight Test Campaign Management - Plan, coordinate, and execute all flight test campaigns from concept through completion. - Develop integrated flight test schedules aligned with program milestones and certification activities. - Manage campaign readiness reviews, test planning, risk assessments, and resource allocation. - Track campaign progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies. Flight Test Operations - Oversee high level flight test activities, including preparation, execution, monitoring, and reporting. - Approve test plans, flight readiness reviews, and operational procedures. - Lead post-flight reviews and ensure effective capture of lessons learned. Certification & Regulatory Compliance - Support the certification programs and compliance demonstration activities. - Collaborate closely with regulatory authorities and certification representatives when required. - Lead preparation of certification evidence and flight test documentation. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with Engineering, Commercials and Operations teams. - Translate engineering verification objectives into executable flight test campaigns. - Support design reviews and provide flight test insights during product development. Team Development - Define competency frameworks and training programs. - Support succession planning and organizational growth.