Madison Burgin
About Madison Burgin
Madison Burgin is a Flight Test Operator with a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Michigan. She has experience in flight testing, systems integration, and team management, and holds both a Private Pilot License and a Remote Pilot License.
Current Role at Skydio
Madison Burgin serves as a Flight Test Operator at Skydio, a position she has held since 2021. Located in Redwood City, California, her role involves conducting flight tests and ensuring the operational readiness of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Her responsibilities include evaluating flight performance and contributing to the development of advanced drone technologies.
Education and Expertise
Madison Burgin earned a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from the University of Michigan, completing her studies from 2016 to 2020. This academic background provides her with a solid foundation in aerospace principles, which she applies in her professional roles, particularly in flight testing and systems integration.
Professional Experience at Vayu, Inc
Prior to her current role, Madison worked at Vayu, Inc as a Flight Test Engineer/System Integration Engineer for five months in 2020. During her tenure, she led the flight test team, focusing on the systems integration and assembly of a 25 kg VTOL fixed-wing hybrid aircraft. This aircraft was specifically designed for delivering medical supplies to remote areas, highlighting her involvement in impactful aviation projects.
Previous Roles and Responsibilities
Before joining Vayu, Madison held the position of Line Crew Manager at Solo Aviation, Inc for one year from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, she gained hands-on experience as a Manufacturing Engineering Intern at Ascent Aerospace from 2017 to 2018. These roles contributed to her understanding of manufacturing design and team management within start-up environments.
Licenses and Personal Commitment to Aviation
Madison holds both a Private Pilot License and a Remote Pilot License, demonstrating her dedication to aviation. These certifications reflect her commitment to enhancing her skills and knowledge in the field, supporting her professional development as a flight test operator and aerospace engineer.