Flight Test Pilot
Flight Test Pilot
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Job Description
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Bachelors Degree required in: Aerospace Mechanical Engineering or other technical degree - FAA Commercial Single and Multiengine rating required
- 2500 hours total pilot time
- 500 hours multiengine
- 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 offsite 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.
Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S. export control laws. If a position requires access to information controlled under U.S. regulations applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.
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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
