Production Flight Test Pilot Staff

• Perform preflight inspections weight & balance computations and performance calculations to ensure aircraft flight readiness.
• Evaluate weather conditions aircraft status and other factors to determine a safe go no/go decision while operating within Cirrus Flight Test safety policies.
• Pilot aircraft through a series of flight tests to evaluate systems operation performance handling and stability to assure aircraft meets Type Design FAA and Cirrus Design quality requirements.
• Observe recording measuring and operating instruments and equipment during test flight to evaluate aircraft performance.
• Gather data points and document aircraft behavior to assist technicians in troubleshooting aircraft or system anomalies.
• Record and Document aircraft performance data. Record and Document all conditions that do not meet established criteria.
• Comply with all paperwork that governs job duties. Attention to detail is required.
• Comply with all Cirrus Design safety policies including the use of personal protective equipment. (i.e. flight suits eye protection etc.)
• May assist and explain job duties/responsibilities to others. May be required to provide initial and/or re-currency training to other test pilots.

• A bachelors degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university preferred.
• Minimum of 1500 hours PIC flight time.
• 7 years of engineering experience or aircraft A&P mechanic experience prefered. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.
• Experience in a variety of high-performance aircraft. Aerobatics tailwheel or military flight experience is a plus.
• A background in aviation maintenance avionics or similar technical experience is highly desired.
• Applicant must possess an FAA Commercial or ATP pilots license with airplane single engine and instrument ratings. A valid First- or Second-Class Medical is required. A CFI/CFII is desired.
• Must be able to work as part of a team as well as function individually. Weekend work may be required. May be assigned to different work areas/shifts as production needs require. Perform other duties as assigned.
• Occasional overnight and international travel may be required.
• Passport or ability to obtain a passport is required
• Candidate must be comfortable piloting non pressurized aircraft to high altitude.

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits including:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical vision dental with additional dependent coverage options
• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life short- and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts:FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA
• Well-being:Calm Health Employee Assistance Program and wellness incentives through medical provider
• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days with 100% vesting at 1 year of service
• PTO: Various PTO plans starting at 100 hours accrued within the first year
• Additional Time off Benefits: Paid holidays 2 weeks of Paid Parental leave paid time for funeral leave and jury duty
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement program and professional growth opportunities
• Exclusive Discounts: Cirrus Store partner and marketplace discounts available
• Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations