Description
At [redacted], we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
The [redacted] Company is looking for a Chief Pilot, Attack Helicopter Production Flight Test Manager to join our team in Mesa, AZ. The selected candidate will be responsible for the management of personnel supporting flight activities associated with the production of attack helicopters at the [redacted]-Mesa site. This will involve managing a team of attack helicopter pilots and the activities of Flight Operations Support personnel which includes; scheduling, tower, Aviation Life Support Equipment (ALSE), and support aircraft pilots (Search & Rescue (SAR).
Daily duties will involve coordinating production acceptance ground and flight operations of AH-64E Apache and AH-6 Little Bird helicopters manufactured for the U.S. military as well as international customers. The production pilot team will also support aircraft stored at the [redacted]-Mesa site that may require ground or flight tests. The team will also support aircraft deliveries both in the Continental United States (CONUS) and internationally.
Position Responsibilities:
Operates aircraft and manages production pilots performing aircrew duties, including activities to conduct production/acceptance flights, document aircraft or system discrepancies and coordinate production aircraft certification efforts; applies crew resource management principles to the operation of aircraft
Develops and executes project and process plans, implements policies and procedures and sets operational goals
Acquires resources for projects and processes, provides technical management of suppliers and leads process improvements
Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports
Provides oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes
Manages, develops, trains and evaluates production pilots
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
5+ years of experience as an AH-64E Apache Maintenance Test Pilot
FAA class II medical certificate
U.S. Army qualified AH-64E Instructor Pilot and/or hold an FAA Flight Instructor certificate for rotorcraft
Commercial certificate or FAA ATP with the appropriate endorsements
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Drug Free Workplace:
[redacted] is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Shift:
This position is for 1st shift.
At [redacted], we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The [redacted] Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range: $249,000 – $290,000
Export Control Requirements: U.S. Government Export Control Status: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required
Equal Opportunity Employer:
[redacted] is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Experience Level
Manager
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award
Schedule
Full time