Flight Test Pilot

JOB SUMMARY:

Conduct assigned flight testing and support Engineering with the development, certification, and entry into service of new or modified airplanes. Some travel required.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in technical discussions regarding the design of airplanes, systems, and installed equipment to ensure that certification requirements and customer expectations are met.
• Participate in the definition, scheduling, and planning of flight tests for development and certification of products.
• Conduct flight testing for the purposes of developing products that meet customer expectations and demonstrating compliance to certification requirements.
• Report on the results of flight testing and coordinate with appropriate groups to resolve deficiencies in the product.
• Review and approve test plans, reports and other documents related to the conduct of flight testing.
• Provide management with ideas and input regarding continuous improvements to products and processes.
• Support other Textron Aviation Flight Departments as needed.
• Adhere to and support Flight Operations policies, procedures, guidelines, and responsibilities.
• Communicate with and ensure department personnel are aware of noteworthy issues.
• Maintains safety as the prime consideration for all operations at all times.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree required in: Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or other technical degree
• FAA Commercial Single and Multi-engine rating required
• 2,500 hours total pilot time
  • 500 hours multi-engine
  • 1000 PIC
• Minimum 2 years of engineering, flight test, pilot, or reflective technical experience required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to obtain a valid US Passport required
• Ability to support off-site travel to conduct development and certification flight testing
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• FAA First Class Medical required or ability to obtain First Class Medical
• Preferred candidates will have UM/DER FAA status or are interested in achieving.
  
  

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