Description
Associate Test Pilot
JOIN A TEAM RECOGNIZED FOR LEADERSHIP, INNOVATION AND DIVERSITY
Support the determination of airworthiness of [redacted] aircrafts through inspection, flight testing and evaluation of flight performance, engine operation and flight characteristics. You will supervise technical staff, participate in accident investigation and ensure compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations. You will recommend changes to aircraft to better meet the pilot\'s needs or to improve flight. You will be part of a flight crew on [redacted] aircraft to perform in flight testing of [redacted] avionics systems and components to ensure the highest levels of flight safety and comfort.
Provide the safest and most reliable travel experience for [redacted] executives through efficient and thorough flight testing
Develop effective flight testing methodologies to ensure it meets the highest quality and safety standards
Create and implement plans to achieve department goals and ensure best in class flight testing
Develop new techniques, test standards
Record keeping and reporting
Interface with engineering and marketing teams
Troubleshooting On the ground and flight
Oversee inspection and maintenance
YOU MUST HAVE
Bachelor\'s Degree in a related field such as aviation or business/ Engineering degree
A minimum of 3000 flight hours in turbine powered aircraft Airline Transport Rating, Airline Transport Pilots License (ATPL) Multi engine land and appropriate Type rating 100 hours minimum total pilot time in the Category and Class: Airplane, Multi-Engine Land; Rotorcraft, Helicopter FAA ATP Certificate - Airplane, Multi-Engine Land; Rotorcraft - Helicopter Instrument Rating - Rotorcraft, Helicopter
WE VALUE
Extensive experience in flight testing and inspection
Proven knowledge of all safety requirements of any in-flight/ground emergencies encountered
Experience in engineering flight testing of experimental types of aircraft
Ability to conveys specific, observable, and measurable expectations
Knowledge of regulations and standards in aircraft testing
Must be a US Citizen due to contractual requirements. Exempt
INCLUDES
Some Travel Required
Extensive Travel Required
1st Shift