SENIOR EXPERIMENTAL TEST PILOT / EXPERIMENTAL TEST PILOT (MULTIPLE POSITIONS)
XP Services, Inc. is seeking experienced Experimental Test Pilots to support the development, certification, and operational transition of a high-performance turboprop aircraft program.
The successful candidate will join a small, highly experienced team conducting developmental flight testing, systems evaluation, certification activities, and aircraft integration efforts. The program includes ongoing flight test operations overseas and the eventual FAA certification of the aircraft in the United States.
Responsibilities
- Plan and conduct developmental and certification flight testing
- Develop test plans, test cards, risk assessments, and flight test reports
- Support envelope expansion, systems evaluation, and performance testing
- Work directly with engineering teams to identify and resolve technical issues
- Support certification activities with regulatory authorities
- Provide technical leadership within a multidisciplinary flight test organization
Qualifications
- FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating
- Current FAA First or Second Class Medical
- Minimum 2,500 hours total flight time
- Developmental, experimental, military, certification, or OEM flight test experience
- Strong technical writing and communication skills
Desired Experience
- Military or civilian Test Pilot School graduate
- FAA certification flight test experience
- Part 23, Part 25, Restricted Category, or military derivative aircraft certification experience
- Turboprop aircraft flight test experience
- Active or previously held security clearance
Travel
Significant domestic and international travel is required. Initial assignments are expected to involve extended overseas deployments during the developmental and certification phases of the program.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience. XP Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, retirement benefits, and other company-sponsored programs. Full-time employment is preferred; consulting arrangements may be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.
Confidentiality
Additional program details will be provided only to qualified candidates following execution of a Non-Disclosure Agreement.
Interested candidates should submit a résumé and summary of flight test experience to:
Rodney Allison, SETP Associate Fellow
President & CEO
XP Services, Inc. (SETP Corporate Member)
Tullahoma, Tennessee USA
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All inquiries will be handled in strict confidence.
posted 15 June