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title: 'Vehicle Test Engineer at REGENT'
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# Vehicle Test Engineer at REGENT

- **Company:** REGENT
- **Location:** North Kingstown Rhode Island, United States
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Posted:** 2026-09-02
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07
- **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/regent/f1e01a59-53fa-4410-9d4c-24811a0b6000

## Job description

At REGENT, we’re on a mission to revolutionize regional transportation between coastal cities. We're not just building vehicles, we're creating a new category of transportation: the Seaglider. These groundbreaking wing-in-ground-effect craft travel just above the water’s surface, combining the speed of an airplane with the low operating costs of a boat. Capable of 180 miles at 180 mph on today's battery tech (and up to 400 miles with next-gen batteries), Seagliders will unlock fast, affordable, and sustainable coastal transit for passengers and cargo - connecting cities, islands, and communities like never before.

Backed by leading investors and powered by a team of passionate, forward-thinking engineers, builders, and operators, we’re now scaling from a breakthrough prototype to full production - and building the team to make it happen.

## ROLE OVERVIEW

As a Vehicle Test Engineer at REGENT, you’ll help plan and execute the sea and air test activities that advance our foiling, wing-in-ground-effect Seagliders from early prototypes toward reliable transportation systems. Working closely with senior test engineers and cross-functional engineering teams, you’ll help translate engineering objectives into structured test plans, safe field operations, and actionable data.

This role sits at the intersection of engineering, operations, and safety. You’ll support test planning, help prepare vehicles and instrumentation, participate in test events on the water and in the air, and contribute to analyzing results that guide the next iteration of our vehicles.

As part of the Vehicle Test team, you’ll join a group of driven, collaborative engineers who take pride in solving complex technical challenges together. We hold a high bar for engineering rigor, move quickly, think boldly, and rely on teamwork to bring entirely new transportation technology into the world.

If you’re energized by working at the intersection of cutting-edge innovation, real-world impact, and hands-on engineering, you’ll be in the right place - and we’d be thrilled to have you on the team!

## WHAT YOU'LL DO

- Support the planning and execution of sea and air test events, helping prepare vehicles, test infrastructure, and instrumentation for safe and effective operations.
- Assist in developing test plans, procedures, and test cards that clearly define objectives, success criteria, and data requirements.
- Work closely with design, controls, structures, propulsion, and systems teams to ensure test objectives and vehicle configurations align with engineering goals.
- Help coordinate test readiness activities, including vehicle configuration checks, instrumentation setup, and field logistics.
- Participate in real-time test operations, monitoring telemetry, capturing observations, and supporting troubleshooting when anomalies occur.
- Collect, organize, and analyze test data to help generate clear post-test reports that inform engineering decisions and future test plans.
- Contribute to safety processes including hazard identification, operational risk assessments, and adherence to test procedures.
- Support field testing activities including working around marine vessels, aircraft systems, propulsion systems, and other high-energy hardware in real-world environments.

## WHAT YOU'LL BRING

- Ability to support vehicle testing, prototyping, or hardware development in UAV, aerospace, maritime, automotive, robotics, or related fields.
- Experience working in hands-on engineering environments involving hardware, vehicles, instrumentation, or prototype systems.
- Strong safety mindset and experience with hazard analysis / risk management (e.g., hazard logs, operational risk assessments, TRRs, safety/airworthiness reviews).
- Experience supporting flight test, marine test, robotics testing, or other vehicle development programs.
- Familiarity with data acquisition systems, telemetry systems, or sensor instrumentation.
- Experience scripting or analyzing data using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools.
- Hands-on experience with marine vessels, aircraft systems, robotics platforms, or high-energy mechanical systems.
- Prior field testing experience and a demonstrated ability to troubleshoot hardware in real-world environments.

## WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

- Collaborative Team Player: You believe that great things happen when teams work together. You communicate effectively and collaborate with engineers, stakeholders, and other cross-functional teams to align on goals and move projects forward. You bring people together, ensuring that everyone is on the same page and moving towards a shared vision.
- Creative Problem Solver: You thrive on tackling complex challenges and finding innovative solutions. You don't just patch issues - you improve processes, anticipate downstream impacts, and help turn one-off fixes into scalable solutions that raise the bar for future builds.
- Adaptable & Agile: In a fast-paced, ever-evolving startup environment, you quickly adapt to changing priorities and requirements. You approach challenges with a calm, resilient mindset, and know how to pivot and adjust your approach as needed, ensuring that progress continues without missing a beat.
- Innovative Mindset: You’re driven by curiosity and a passion for technology. You’re passionate about driving continuous improvement, embracing new technologies and methodologies to enhance efficiency, quality, and team performance.

## WHAT WE OFFER

- Competitive compensation including a robust equity incentive plan.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance - we cover 100% of your premiums.
- 401(k) with company matching, so you can plan for the future.
- Generous flexible time off, paid parental leave, and company-wide holiday breaks.
- Relocation packages available for those moving to join our team.
- Daily, free catered lunches
- Learning & professional development opportunities

If you’re ready to take on an exciting challenge, grow with us, and make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, but you see yourself contributing to our mission, we encourage you to apply! We value diverse skillsets and experiences and believe in the potential of passionate individuals to make a big impact.

## Equal Opportunity Employer

REGENT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

## About REGENT

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: REGENT develops and manufactures all-electric Seaglider™ vessels for fast, safe, and low-cost coastal transportation, combining the high speed of an aircraft with the convenience of a boat.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Series A)
- **Headquarters**: North Kingstown, Rhode Island, USA
- **Founded**: 2020
- **Founders**: Billy Thalheimer (CEO) and Mike Klinker (CTO)

## Core Business
- Primary industry: Electric maritime transportation / Aerospace
- Target customers: B2B (commercial operators, ferry companies, logistics firms), B2G (U.S. Marine Corps), and ultimately B2C (passengers and commuters)
- Mission: "To drastically reduce the cost and headache of regional transportation between coastal cities."

## Products & Services
- **Viceroy Seaglider**: A 12-passenger all-electric wing-in-ground-effect craft with a range of 180 miles at 180 mph, designed for regional coastal routes.
- **Monarch Seaglider**: A larger, 50-to-100-passenger all-electric Seaglider for higher-capacity routes, with a first order announced from UME Shipping (July 2024).
- **Squire Seaglider Drone**: A defense-specific unmanned wing-in-ground effect craft, developed under the REGENT Defense division.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Total Funding**: Over $100 million raised from world-class investors. Series A of $60 million co-led by 8090 Industries and Founders Fund (completion announced early, details on company page).
- **Key Metric**: Commercial backlog of Seaglider vessel orders worth over $10 billion as of early 2025 (order book was $9B at end of 2024).
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Investors include 8090 Industries, Founders Fund; partners include the U.S. Marine Corps Warfighting Lab (MCWL), Strategic Development Fund (SDF) of the UAE, Brittany Ferries, and UME Shipping.
- **Growth Signals**:
    - Groundbreaking on a 255,000 sq ft manufacturing facility in Quonset Business Park, Rhode Island (January 2025).
    - First on-water sea trials of the full-scale Viceroy Seaglider prototype with humans onboard (2025).
    - Secured a $15 million U.S. Marine Corps contract to demonstrate Seaglider technology for defense logistics.
    - Announced a joint venture with SDF to bring Seaglider manufacturing to the UAE.
    - Opened a second office in Washington, D.C. to support certification and defense efforts.

## Competitive Advantages
- **First-mover in a new category**: As a pioneer of the Seaglider (a wing-in-ground-effect craft certified and operated over water), REGENT is defining a new mode of transportation between "water and air."
- **Backed by top-tier investors**: Supported by the same investors behind SpaceX, Anduril, and Archer Aviation, providing deep capital and strategic network.
- **Strong order book**: Over $10 billion in orders provides significant financial validation and a clear path to revenue.
- **Dual-use technology**: Products serve both commercial (passenger/commuter) and defense (military logistics) markets, diversifying risk and revenue streams.
- **Safety-first design philosophy**: Builds vehicles to the same safety standards as modern aircraft and watercraft, combined with an operating environment that is "always near a safe landing site" (the water).

## Strategic Focus
- **Scale manufacturing**: Completing and operating the new 255,000 sq ft manufacturing facility in Rhode Island to begin production of the Viceroy and Monarch.
- **Certification**: Aggressively working with regulators (including through their D.C. office) to achieve maritime certification for the Seaglider, a critical path to market.
- **Defense expansion**: Growing the REGENT Defense division, as evidenced by the Marine Corps contract and the flight of the Squire drone.
- **Global expansion**: Establishing a joint venture in the UAE for manufacturing and aftermarket services, signaling a push into the Middle East and global markets.

## Why Work Here
- **High-impact, mission-driven work**: Employees directly contribute to creating a new, zero-emission mode of transportation, solving a real-world problem in coastal mobility.
- **Strong engineering culture**: The company is "data first," emphasizes "extreme ownership" and a "every day is a tryout" mentality, focusing on hands-on, practical problem-solving.
- **Equity and benefits**: All employees receive equity in the company. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision (with a fully paid premium option), 3 months of paid parental leave, and relocation support.
- **Location**: The primary campus in North Kingstown, RI, combines offices, testing facilities, and manufacturing in one location, offering a unique, hands-on environment. They also have a D.C. office for certification and defense work.
- **Career growth**: Interns and employees work on real projects that directly contribute to the product and company build-out, from flight controls to manufacturing and certification.

## Sources
1. [regentcraft.com](https://www.regentcraft.com/)
2. [regentcraft.com](https://www.regentcraft.com/company)
3. [regentcraft.com](https://www.regentcraft.com/careers)
4. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/regentcraft)

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