Description
Experimental Test Pilot-271280
Description
We are pioneers. We were the first to break the sound barrier and design the first functional jetpack. We were aboard NASA’s first lunar mission and brought advanced tiltrotor systems to market. Today, we are defining the future of on-demand mobility. At Bell, we are proud to be an iconic company with superb talent, rapidly creating novel and coveted vertical lift experiences.
Incumbent will plan and conduct experimental flight test in helicopters and tilt rotor aircraft, conduct other flight test operations as required, maintain flight currency as required, travel in support of [redacted] flight operations as required. Incumbent will complete flight analysis, flight evaluations of aircraft, test planning and flight test reports as required.
Responsibilities:
• Involved in the planning and execution of engineering and experimental test flights of new aircraft and/or systems.
• Evaluate and report on data gathered during test flights.
• Demonstrate safe and efficient test planning and execution.
• Interface well with the entire project team to ensure successful accomplishment of the test program.
• Make recommendations as to operational effectiveness of systems, aircraft handling qualities and design improvements.
Qualifications
Requirements:
• Must be a graduate of an approved flight test school.
• A minimum of an FAA commercial rotorcraft helicopter instrument rating.
• Minimum of 2000 hours total time in rotary wing aircraft with not less than 1500 hours as pilot in command and possess a current FAA Class I or II medical certificate.
• Minimum of 1000 hours V-22 flight time.
• Three years experience in vertical lift flight test and systems development.
• 100 hours of engineering or experimental flight test time.
• Excellent communications skills with a demonstrated ability to work with flight test and maintenance personnel.
• Be current or able to meet Naval Aviation Water Survival Physiology training requirements.
• Must be willing to travel domestically and internationally in support of test programs.
• Must be able to obtain a secret security clearance.
Don’t miss the chance to join a diverse, inclusive environment where you feel a sense of belonging. As a member of our global workforce, you will collaborate with dedicated, enthusiastic teams where unique experiences, backgrounds and ideas combined with a strong passion for our products take us above and beyond flight.
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