Description
[redacted] is seeking a contract pilot to join a team of 2 pilots test flying our Cessna 208B Caravan fitted with our system. The aircraft and its equipment are operated, inspected and monitored by experienced flight test professionals, A&Ps, and ground support engineers. Flights occur in the East San Francisco Bay Area.
About us: We’re an early-stage San Francisco based startup working to increase human mobility by developing autonomous flight capability for small passenger aircraft. Our team consists of hands-on passionate individuals with experience from the foremost aerospace companies and academic institutions. We all share a drive to build exciting products that challenge conventional thinking.
Responsibilities:
Act as PIC while executing ground and flight tests with a crew possessing diverse backgrounds and experiences
Evaluate planned test maneuvers and conditions for safety and feasibility
Participate in briefings and debriefings for technical and operational exchanges of information in a group setting
Interface with maintainers and engineers
Required Qualifications:
CPL-IR
1,000hr total PIC time
200hr turbine time (relief considered for more direct experience with the PT6 engine)
Current Class II Medical
Demonstrated application of Crew Resources Management principles
Communication and teamwork skills
Desirable:
Cessna 208 PIC time
A&P license
Experience with Experimental Aircraft
Experience with Flight Test methods and culture
Schedule Flexibility
Employment terms:
To conform to U.S. Government aerospace technology export regulations (EAR / ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Employer provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, employer complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Employer expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.