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Aerospace Engineer, AST, Research Pilot - NASA

Salary$161,169 - $197,200 per year
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Duties

• Serve as a Research Pilot in the Flight Operations Branch, which is responsible for the execution of multiple aeronautics and airborne science research projects.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and technical teams to plan and execute flight research missions and assist in the accomplishment of mission objectives by active participation as a test pilot.
• Operate aircraft carrying scientific payloads, remote sensing systems, and specialized research instrumentation while ensuring mission safety and data quality.
• Work closely with Airborne Science project scientists to understand data requirements, optimize flight lines, and adjust real time mission profiles.
• Maintain proficiency in multiple aircraft and demonstrates expertise in handling all types of in-flight and on-ground emergencies.

Conditions of employment

• This position is open to U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• This position may require a one-year probationary period. If selected, the requirement to serve such period will be determined by Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 11. **See Additional Information section**
• You must meet qualifications requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• You must be proficient in the English Language.
• At the time of initial appointment, you must possess a current FAA first class medical certificate or a military pilot flight physical; or you must obtain a NASA flight medical certification.
• Position subject to pre-employment background investigation or higher-level clearance. Investigation/Clearance may differ and be required based on the duty location/NASA Center requirements.
• Financial Disclosure, Drug Testing, and/or the Travel Requirements for this position may differ and be required based on the duty location/NASA Center requirements.

Qualifications

In addition to the Basic Education Requirement (in the Education section below), to qualify for this position you must meet the requirements below. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work.

NASA utilizes OPM-approved qualification and rating requirements specific for Aerospace Technology (AST) positions which recognizes NASA's unique aerospace work. The specific qualifications and minimum education requirements are further described below and within the education section of the job announcement.

1. Certificate and Rating:

• A current Federal Aviation Administration commercial pilot's license with an instrument rating OR
• A pilot and instrument rating from the armed services.

2. Flight Hours:

• 1,500 hours of pilot-in-command (or first pilot) flight time that included at least 500 hours in jet aircraft having at least 3,000 pounds of thrust per engine.

3. Specialized experience:

• To qualify for GS-14, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level:

• Inflight experience executing flight test techniques for performance and flying qualities testing;
• Performing Pilot in command experience in transport or bomber type aircraft;
• Performing flight research, flight test, or airborne test bed aircraft operations.

To receive proper consideration, you must:

• Submit a copy of your license (front and back) with your application AND
• Ensure that your flight hours are indicated in your resume.

Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience. Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job.

Please visit https://www.nasa.gov/careers/how-to-apply/#Artificial-Intelligence to review NASA's guidance on the use of artificial intelligent (AI) or AI-assisted tools during the application process.

Education

Basic Education Requirement: You must have successfully completed a bachelor's degree with a major in one of the following:
a) Engineering from a college or university that has ABET accredited engineering programs
b) Physical Science, Mathematics, Life Science or other field of Science
c) Computer Science that included 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours of course work in any combination of mathematics, statistics and computer science with at least half of those hours in mathematics and statistics courses that included differential and integral calculus; and that provided an in-depth knowledge of theoretical and practical applications of computer science, including digital computer system architecture and system software organization, the representation and transformation of information structures, and the theoretical models for such representations and transformations.

If you did not complete a qualifying bachelor's degree, you may be eligible if you have obtained a graduate degree in an AST qualifying field, as listed above.

Applicants who do not fully meet the basic education requirement may still be considered if they possess exceptional relevant experience, or a combination of education and experience, that clearly demonstrates significant full performance-level achievement directly related to the duties of this position.

Engineering degrees earned within the United States: Engineering degrees earned within the United States must be from a college or university that has at least one ABET accredited engineering program. To find out if a school has at least one ABET accredited program, please visit http://www.abet.org.

Engineering degrees earned outside the United States: Engineering degrees earned outside the United States must be recognized by a Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA), often known as accords. These are non-governmental agreements among organizations that accredit academic degree programs. MRAs recognize the substantial equivalence of mature accreditation systems and programs accredited by signatory organizations within their jurisdictions. For a listing of Signatories, please visit, https://www.abet.org/global-presence/mutual-recognition-agreements/is-your-program-recognized/.

Science and other related degrees earned within the United States: Science and other related degrees must have been awarded from colleges or universities that are accredited by recognized accrediting organizations. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, go to http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.

Science and other related degrees earned outside the United States: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs. These education credentials must be deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

All degrees must have been received in the year of, or any year subsequent to the original date of accreditation.

Additional information

Additional selections may be made for similar positions across NASA within the local commuting area(s) of the location(s) identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) within NASA. CTAP/ICTAP will be cleared for any additional selection from this announcement.

If you have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must:

• Indicate your eligibility when applying for a position. The questionnaire asks you to identify your ICTAP/CTAP eligibility.
• Be well qualified for this position to receive consideration. Candidates rated in the 'Best Qualified' category are considered well-qualified. Please see 'How You Will Be Evaluated' for more information.
• Submit proof that you meet the requirements for CTAP/ICTAP as indicated in 'Required Documents.'

For additional information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, click here - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/#ictap.

Any applicant that received a Voluntary Separation Incentive Payment (VSIP) from the federal governmentwithin the last five years based of the closing date of this announcement, if selected, may be required to repay the full amount prior to establishing a start date. For additional information on the VSIP repayment requirement, click here - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/voluntary-separation-incentive-payments/.

Per Executive Order 14343, this position is not part of a bargaining unit.

Probationary Period

You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. If selected, the requirement to serve such period will be determined by Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 11.

In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:

• your performance and conduct;

• the needs and interests of the agency;

• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and

• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Expand additional information

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Direct Hire Authority: These positions will be filled through the Office of Personnel Management's Direct Hire Authority. Category rating and veterans' preference will not be considered in evaluating applicants. For more information on Direct Hire Authority, please see: OPM Direct Hire Fact Sheet.

Veterans: Under the provisions of Direct Hire Authority, veterans' preference does not apply. However, applicants who are eligible for veterans' preference are encouraged to include that information in their application and submit supporting documentation (i.e. DD-214, or other substantiating documents). For more information please see: Veterans' Preference information on the FedsHireVets website.

You will be evaluated for this position based on how well you meet the qualifications and eligibility requirements listed in this vacancy announcement. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration.

You will be assessed on the following competencies:

• Aerospace Engineering
• Crew Systems and Aviation Operations
• Problem Solving
• Research

To preview the application questionnaire, click on the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13014829

NASA considers paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

NASA will not ask you to disclose criminal history record information during the application process or before we make a conditional/tentative offer of employment. If you apply for this position and are selected, NASA will conduct a suitability/security background investigation after you accept a tentative job offer. If you feel you are asked to disclose your criminal history before you accept a tentative offer and wish to file a complaint within 30 days, please contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Required Documents

All submitted resumes must not exceed two (2) pages in length. Resumes longer than two pages will be rejected by USAJOBS. Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize including experience and relevant qualifications that directly align with the position advertised. All work experience and accomplishments must be associated with dates (month/year) to allow for accurate qualification assessment.

A complete application package includes a resume, required documents and completion of the vacancy announcement questionnaire. Please see this guidance: What to include in your resume. Your resume should describe your specialized experience and support your answers to the vacancy announcement questionnaire. If you are using a Curriculum Vitae (CV) as a resume, it must meet all requirements listed above for a complete resume package.

Please note: if any of the following types of information are included on your resume, your application package will be disqualified:

• Classified or government sensitive information.
• Social Security Number (SSN)
• Photos of yourself
• Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.
• Encrypted and digitally signed documents.

If your resume contains any of the above information, you must redact that information prior to the submission of your application.

The following documents are required:

• Professional License
• Professional Certification
• Resume
• Transcript

posted 31 July

Senior Flight Engineer - Garmin

About Garmin

Garmin's aviation products and services have revolutionized flight and become essential to the lives of pilots, aircraft owners and operators around the world. A leading provider of solutions to general aviation, business aviation, rotorcraft, advanced air mobility, government and defense, and commercial air carrier customers, Garmin believes every day is an opportunity to innovate.

Position Overview

Garmin is seeking a full-time Senior Flight Test Engineer for Garmin's Mesa, AZ location. In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership in performance of complex flight-testing activities including drafting and executing ground and flight test plans, conducting real time data analysis and making real time modification to test parameters for complex test programs. In addition, this role may act as Test Director or Flight Test Lead for complex projects.

Click Here to Apply

Essential Functions

• Drafts ground and flight test plans and reports for complex test programs including programs with tests not previously conducted
• Coordinates and executes complex flight tests as part of a flight test crew, including acting as a test director
• Defines, documents, and maintains complex test aircraft and equipment configurations including multiple test aircraft programs, and coordinates with engineering teams
• Operates flight test tools, conducts real time data analysis, and makes real time modifications to test parameters
• Proposes unique viable solutions to issues identified during flight test
• Prepares complex avionics system installation data for test aircraft
• Works with certification authorities to resolve certification issues
• Revises or authors new procedures and makes significant safety contributions
• Provides reliable solutions to a wide range of difficult problems using sound problem solving techniques
• Serves as a mentor to less experienced flight test engineers (Flight Test Engineer 1 & 2)

Required Qualifications

•  Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering AND a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Demonstrates proficient use of advanced engineering and flight test tools including performing advanced troubleshooting on complex avionics system installations
• Demonstrates solid and proficient understanding of the FAA certification process and associated regulations
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with revision control tools, mobile application development, audio/video recording tools, or database tools
• Previous experience using aviation products
• Pilot license or aircraft maintenance certification

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits      

posted 31 July

Senior Flight Test Pilot - Garmin

About Garmin

Garmin's aviation products and services have revolutionized flight and become essential to the lives of pilots, aircraft owners and operators around the world. A leading provider of solutions to general aviation, business aviation, rotorcraft, advanced air mobility, government and defense, and commercial air carrier customers, Garmin believes every day is an opportunity to innovate.

Position Overview

Garmin is seeking a full-time Senior Flight Test Pilot for Garmin's Mesa, AZ location. In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership in performance of flight test pilot activities including developing ground and flight test plans for complex projects, acting as Pilot in Command during execution of flight tests, authoring certification plans or project level documentation for flight manuals, effectively representing the end user, and working with certification authorities to resolve certification issues.

  Click Here to Apply  

Essential Functions

• Acts as Pilot in Command for experimental aircraft with moderately significant changes to certified design and conducts complex, moderate-risk tests
• May act as Flight Test Project Lead for moderately complex projects
• Drafts ground/flight test plans for complex test programs including programs with tests not previously conducted
• Defines operational characteristics for the system under development/test and effectively represents end user of individual products
• Understands and is able to maintain moderately complex test aircraft configurations and coordinates with engineering teams
• Analyzes data to assist with development of systems, determines compliance with requirements, and provides certification data
• Addresses issues with test aircraft and installations including advanced troubleshooting and provides support to aircraft maintenance
• Identifies/tracks issues during flight test, offers quality solutions, and verifies resolution for moderately complex projects
• Leverages thorough understanding of aircraft certification process and associated regulations to author certification plans or content for complex projects, including new content
• Creates project level documentation structure for flight manuals and technical publications intended for use by pilots
• Serves as an expert in flight operations aspects of systems sufficient to communicate functional hazards and failure effects to safety analysis team
• Works with certification authorities to resolve certification issues
• Revises or authors new procedures and makes significant safety contributions to the flight test organization
• Provides reliable solutions to a wide range of difficult problems using sound problem solving techniques
• Serves as a mentor to less experienced flight test pilots (Flight Test Pilot 2)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering AND a minimum of 5 years relevant experience
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Commercial Pilot Certificate
• 2nd Class FAA Medical Certificate
• Minimum 1,500 hours total flight time
• Minimum 200 Flight Test Hours
• Previous flight test experience
• Demonstrates proficient use of advanced engineering and flight test tools including performing advanced troubleshooting on complex avionics system installations
• Demonstrates solid and proficient understanding of certification process and associated regulations
• Demonstrates strong and effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Desired Qualifications

• Previous experience in systems engineering or software development
• Flight Test Pilot DER or ODA Unit Member Qualification
• Helicopter pilot qualifications

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits      

posted 31 July

Flight Test Pilot 4 - Garmin

• New Century, Kansas
• Core Business Hours
• Regular Full-Time

Click Here to Apply

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Flight Test Pilot 4 at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for being a key technical contributor as acting Pilot in Command for difficult or high-risk tests, performing as Flight Test Project lead for complex projects, developing effective flight test strategies for complex test programs, authoring highly complex certification plans, and serving as a subject matter expert for product development teams.

Essential Functions

• Acts as Pilot in Command for experimental aircraft with significant changes to certificated design and conducts difficult, high-risk tests or tests that require refined pilot technique
• Acts as Flight Test Project Lead for complex projects including developing effective test strategies for complex test programs
• Proposes basic new designs and concepts that address previously unmet operational and user needs
• Maintains complex test aircraft configurations including multiple test aircraft programs and coordinates with engineering teams
• Serves as an expert in test aircraft operations and is a valuable resource to project and maintenance teams
• Provides insight into difficult issues through independent research
• Identifies and tracks issues during flight test and proactively drives resolution for large, complex projects
• Leverages advanced understanding of aircraft certification process and associated regulations to author certification plans or content for large, complex projects with significant certification issues such as novel or unusual features
• Subject matter expert in resolving difficult certification issues by working with certification authorities
• Utilizes expertise in trouble shooting to assist others in resolving technical issues including identification of viable, innovative solutions for difficult project issues
• Proactively works to improve processes, author new procedures, and advance the safety culture of the flight test organization
• Coordinates overall system roadmaps and product vision with senior management and other project leads
• Mentors and guides less experienced flight test pilots (Flight Test Pilot 2 & Senior Flight Test Pilots)
• Demonstrates broad understanding of Garmin’s business model, including operations, production, sales and marketing

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering AND a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Minimum 2,000 hrs. total flight time
• Previous avionics flight test experience
• Demonstrates proficient use of advanced engineering and flight test tools including performing advanced troubleshooting on complex avionics system installations
• Previous experience working with certification authorities and advanced understanding of certification process and associated regulations
• Demonstrates expert troubleshooting skills with previous experience in troubleshooting and guiding others in resolving complex technical issues
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Commercial Pilot Certificate
• Flight Test Pilot DER or ODA Unit Member Qualification
• 2nd Class FAA Medical Certificate

Desired Qualifications

• Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
• Previous experience in systems engineering or software development
• Helicopter pilot qualifications

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits      

posted 1 August

Sr. Staff Test Pilot - Wisk

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At Wisk, we're transforming the future of urban mobility through safe, all-electric, autonomous flight. We are a passionate team working together toward a sustainable future, solving high-impact problems that have never been solved before. By delivering everyday flight for everyone, we're making it possible to spend less time getting there and more time being there. If you want to be part of shaping the future of mobility, then read on!

We are looking for a Senior Staff Test Pilot to join us in the test, evaluation and certification of a new class of all-electric aircraft. As a member of our Flight Test team, you will be working closely with fellow test pilots, flight test technicians, flight test engineers, system engineers and our certification group to verify and validate a revolutionary new aircraft design. Wisk recognizes the challenges that the UAM industry faces in the certification of  our vehicles. We are taking a pragmatic approach to this task and consequently are looking for experienced flight test personnel to join our talented team to make the certification process as efficient and effective as possible. 

Due to the nature of the work required for this position, this is an onsite opportunity working from our Hollister, CA flight test facility.  Occasional travel to offsite test locations and training facilities will be part of the scope of your duties.

Your role will involve the authoring of air vehicle and subsystem test plans, evaluating hazards posed by the method and scope of test, and establishing appropriate mitigations.  You will conduct flight test and safety chase, piloting our general aviation support aircraft, our surrogate flying test beds, and our un-crewed aircraft systems.  In addition, you will develop, review and approve trajectory planning for our UAS mission profiles.  Further, you will report test results to a standard required by certification authorities and you will also support the development of program documentation including restrictions and special instructions to test, Aircraft Flight Manuals and Standard Operating Procedures.  Most critically, you will mentor and lead fellow flight testers, supporting their professional development while exemplifying the elements of Wisk’s Safety Management System. 

Requirements: 

• 12+ years experience as a test pilot in flight testing fixed/rotary-wing aircraft or similarly complex aerospace systems.  
• FAA Commercial Pilot or ATP certificate (Fixed or Rotary Wing)
• Minimum FAA Second Class Medical certificate
• Bachelors of Science degree in a relevant engineering or technical field 
• Graduate of an engineering test pilot school or program.
• Depth of experience with both Flight and Operations Safety Risk Management 
• Capability to work within the engineering organization to inform vehicle design
• Experience mission-relating engineering data to operational use cases.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills for multi-disciplinary collaboration and mentoring.

Desired

• 2,500+ hours of flight experience, with 200+ hrs in flight test
• Experience conducting flight programs pursuing FAA/TCCA/EASA Certification
• Unmanned aircraft flight test experience
• Electric propulsion or high stored energy test experience
• Both fixed-wing and turbine-engine rotary-wing flight test experience
• Human-to-vehicle interface design, test and evaluation experience
• Formal formation flight training and subsequent formation flight experience
• Masters degree in a relevant engineering or technical field
• Familiarity with MBSE processes

Job Type: Full-time

Pay range the company expects to pay: $192,000 - $240,000 per year - The starting base salary within this range for this role varies based on factors such as your geographical location, and your relevant job-related experience that is consistent with a business necessity.

Wisk HQ is located in Mountain View just a couple of hundred feet from Shoreline Lake and its surrounding walking/jogging trails. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 9 off Fridays for full-time employees throughout the year, flexible vacation time off, 11 company holidays, a 401(k) plan with 50% company matching vested immediately, commuter assistance, and education assistance. And on top of all that, we also offer a variety of perks such as free catered lunches, flight lessons, wellness allowances, snacks, drinks, employee referral bonus, charitable giving match, patent bonus program, and more.

To all recruitment agencies: Wisk Aero does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Wisk Aero employees, or any other organization location. Wisk Aero is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Wisk Aero provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, ethnic or national origin, age, disability/handicap, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, civil status, political convictions, language, social condition, or any other protected characteristics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wisk Aero abides by applicable provincial and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. 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

Wisk Aero is an E-Verify employer.

posted 22 July