Fighter Pilot
Description
Who We Are
Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.
This role is in Textron System’s Airborne Tactical Advantage Company (ATAC) business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
Textron Systems - ATAC provides tactical flight training and adversary aggressor services for U.S. Navy, Marine and Air Force pilots. ATAC operates simultaneously across eight sites and two continents and comprises the world’s largest outsourced civilian, tactical airborne training organization and proudly provides the highest quality live training to Squadrons, Air Wings, and Battle Groups.
Job Summary
Fly the Dassault Mirage F-1, the IAI F-21 Kfir, the MK-58 Hawker Hunter, or the AERO Vodochody L-39 Albatros, in regular support of US Navy, Marine Corps, and US Air Force training and readiness missions. Fly in support of 4th and 5th Generation Fighter operational and conversion syllabus and continuation training missions. Support surface fleet pre-deployment training and large force employment missions.
Navy Contracts: Conduct flight operations from any of ATAC’s four permanent facilities (Newport News Virginia, Pt Mugu NAS California, Fallon NAS California, Kaneohe Bay MCAS Hawaii), or deployed locations. Deploy as required to locations including but not limited to Key West NAS, Fallon NAS, Beaufort MCAS, Jacksonville NAS, Lemoore NAS, Eglin AFB, Charleston Intl Airport, Jacksonville Intl Airport, Cherry Point MCAS, and various USAF, USN, USMC bases throughout Alaska, Guam, Japan, Korea, and the Philippines.
Air Force Contracts: Conduct flight operations from any of ATAC’s permanent facilities (Eglin AFB, Luke AFB, Alliance FTW) or deployed locations. Deploy as required to various locations.
Job Responsibilities
Employ the ATAC fighter aircraft throughout their flight envelope as a surrogate Adversary, Red Air, Aggressor or Close Air Support pilot for US Navy, Marine Corps and USAF aircrew, JTAC, surface fleet, large force employment exercise, or intercept controller training.Maintain FAA instrument currency, Second Class medical certification, adversary mission qualifications and associated mission currencies, to include low level, dynamic mission, and unlimited air combat tactics maneuvering in the high-G environment.Attend mass briefings, adversary coordination briefings and other pre-flight briefings. Plan and fly adversary missions. Accomplish flight debriefings and attend mass debriefings.Adhere to all training rules and pre-briefed maneuvering restrictions.Collect and disseminate lessons learned.Accomplish necessary ground training prior to flights.Deploy as required to support mission requirements.
Additional Duties: Act as, or support the individual responsible for, pilot Scheduling, Training, NATOPS/Standards & Evaluation, Safety, or other Program Management duties as required.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Previously DoD Tactically Trained Fighter PilotPreviously qualified 4-Ship/Division Flight Lead700 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) of any fixed wing DOD-owned/operated fighter aircraft100 hours PIC at nightLogged 100 hours PIC time in the past 12 monthsCurrent FAA Second Class Medical CertificateFAA Commercial, Airplane Single Engine Land PrivilegesSecret Security Clearance, US Citizen
Specific Navy Contract Qualifications
1000 hours PIC of a military tactical aircraft500 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) of any fixed wing DOD-owned/operated fighter aircraft
Specific Air Force Contract Qualifications
1200 hours total PIC of a tactical military aircraftCurrent in a tactical fighter aircraft within the last 5 years
Desired Qualifications
USAF WIC graduate, USAF adversary qualificationUSNFWS/NAWDC/TOPGUN graduateTPS graduateDoD military Instructor Pilot qualificationMission Commander qualificationMilitary or Civilian Flight Examiner qualificationFunctional Check Flight Pilot qualificationNVG Instructor, CRM InstructorFAA CFI(I) CertificateFamiliarization with DoD Commercial Air Services industryFAA Authorized Experimental Aircraft (AEA) privileges (list types)DoD Safety School or Board President Course graduateSquadron Command experienceActive fighter flying (for each fighter type, provide total hours, date of last sortie)Actively flying (provide 1-year look-back per active aircraft type)
How We Care
At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.
Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!
Flexible Work SchedulesEducation AssistanceCareer Development & Training OpportunitiesWellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company FundingPaid Parental Leave
Are you a Military Veteran?
Textrons products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.
EEO Statement
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including US Citizenship, for access to classified information.
Preference given to Veterans of the U. S. Armed Forces.
Recruiting Company: Airborne Tactical Advantage Company (ATAC)
Primary Location: US-Arizona
Job Function: Flight Operations
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 20 of the Time
Job Posting: 11/10/2025, 8:34:26 AM
Job Number: 337568
