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F-35 Test Pilot & C-130 Test Pilot - Lockheed Martin
F-35 Test Pilot – Lockheed Martin
Ft Worth, Texas, United States
For more information and to apply click HERE.
We are Lockheed Martin
You will be a Test Pilot for the Flight Operations team.
Lockheed Martin Flight Operations is looking for an energetic test pilot who wants to make a difference.
We want a person who is willing to provide leadership, apply technical acumen, and make the team better.
What You Will Be Doing
As a Test Pilot you will start by supporting our F-35 efforts, but the position may grow to involve other projects such as Lockheed Martin’s Advanced Development Programs, better known as Skunk Works.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Fly missions such as experimental, developmental, production, engineering flight test, test support, customer demonstration flights and others as assigned.
- Subject matter expert for flight test to include flight test planning, run card development, test execution and reporting.
• Pilot Vehicle Interface (PVI) development, requirements development, and market assist.
• Subject matter expert on all aspects of the F-35.
** Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. **
What’s In It For You:
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth
Basic Qualifications:
• Suitable FAA Commercial Pilot (SE Land, Instrument Airplane) or Airline Transport Pilot certificate.
• Current FAA Class I or II medical certificate.
• 1,000 hours first-pilot time in a tactical aircraft.
• F-35 flying experience in excess of 100 hours.
• Graduate of a military or recognized Test Pilot School (TPS).
• SECRET or higher security clearance.
• Must be willing to travel and have a valid U.S. passport.
Desired Skills:
• Comfortable working with Comms and PR in front of a camera.
C-130 Test Pilot – Lockheed Martin
Marietta, Georgia, United States
For more information and to apply click HERE.
We are Lockheed Martin
You will be a Test Pilot for the Flight Operations team.
Our team is responsible for conducting acceptance check flights of newly assembled C-130J aircraft and flight test of modified aircraft. We are where the “Rubber meets the Road” for all new C-130J aircraft and capabilities coming out of our Marietta plant.
What You Will Be Doing
As a Test Pilot your responsibilities will include:
• Plan, develop, and execute experimental test flights on C-130J, C-5M, and other AMMM aircraft to verify airworthiness, determine performance capability, validate and verify spec compliance, and assess operational suitability
• Conduct engineering ground and flight tests
• Conduct production acceptance and functional check flights on new or modified aircraft
• Pilot AMMM aircraft on delivery and ferry flights
• Pilot AMMM aircraft on airshow demonstrations
• Conduct demonstration flights with customers, government officials, or media representative to exhibit performance, flying qualities and system capabilities
• Provide experimental test pilot input to flight test, production, engineering, training, customer support, advanced development and business development teams
• Define requirements and develop Statement of Work for AMMM aircraft testing, production acceptance, training, and engineering design support
• Define requirements and develop Statement of Work for AMMM aircraft testing, production acceptance, training, and engineering design support
• Develop and review ground and flight test plans
• Conduct Safety Reviews, First Flight Readiness Reviews and Design Reviews
• Develop Temporary Operating Procedures and Aircraft Operating Limitations for flight test programs
• Review, validate, verify, and update aircraft flight manuals
• Provide classroom, simulator, and flight instruction for company and customer aircrew
** Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. **
What’s In It For You:
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
This position is in Marietta, GA Discover Marietta
Basic Qualifications:
• Military Test Pilot School (TPS) graduate from a US DOD-approved school
• Pilot with at least 1500 hours Pilot-In-Command (PIC) time in multiengine aircraft
• 100 hours PIC during engineering and/or acceptance flights in multiengine transport type aircraft
• Experimental flight test experience
• FAA Commercial Pilot or Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate
• Current or formerly qualified military Instructor Pilot
• Current FAA Second Class or First Class medical or able to obtain within 30 days of hiring
• Secret Security Clearance
Desired Skills:
• Top Secret Security Clearance or able to obtain
• FAA Licenses: Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) - Airplane Multi-engine Land
• Flight Instructor (CFI) – Airplane Multi-engine and/or Instrument Airplane
• L-382J or L-382 Type Rating
• 300 hours PIC in transport type aircraft
• Current and qualified as a C-130J Instructor Pilot or Flight Examiner
• Current and qualified as a strategic tanker pilot (KC-135, KC-10, KC-46, or AB-330 MRT)
• C-130J and/or strategic tanker flight test experience
• Instructor Experience - courseware development, platform and simulator instruction, and in-flight instruction
• Experience in writing and reviewing technical publications
• Experience with AFI 10-220 / DCMA INST 8210-1 and contract flight operations
• Experience with C-130J Tactical Operations and/or Special Operations
• Experience with Strategic Tanker aerial refueling operations
• Experience as a C-5 pilot
• Experience as a P-3 pilot
• Current or previously qualified to conduct C-130 Functional or Acceptance Check Flight (FCF/ACF) operations
• Experience in legacy C-130 models (e.g. C-130H, KC-130T)
• Graduate of weapons or tactics school, safety school, or advanced instrument school
• Current passport
• Willing to work evenings and weekends and willing to travel domestically and internationally for up to 30 days at a time
FAA Flight Test is Hiring
The FAA has a Public Notice announcement on USAJOBS. This is a large, blanket announcement for all engineering specialties across Aircraft Certification at several grades. FAA Flight Test’s target audience is, I-Band, Flight Test Engineers.
A couple key points:
- While the posting does not specify this, when the candidate goes through official qualification with HR; that will be done against our FAA Flight Test position description which does require an FAA Medical and they would be subject to drug/alcohol testing.
- We are only considering current FAA Flight Test locations. (Westbury, NY; Burlington, MA; Hapeville, GA; Des Plaines, IL; Kansas City, MO; Wichita, KS; Fort Worth, TX; Des Moines, WA; Lakewood, CA; Anchorage, AK.)
- Please make sure resumes are overtly labeled to call attention to the desire to be considered in Flight Test.
posted 4 March
Engineering Flight Test Pilot (2 Openings) - Cirrus
Engineering Flight Test Pilot Principal
Click HERE to apply
Full-Time
On-site
Salary Range: $170,145.26 USD to $255,217.88 USD
Locations: Duluth MN
4514 Taylor Cir
Duluth, MN 55811, USA
Job Summary
The Flight Test Pilot, Principal is a senior technical role responsible for the strategic planning, execution, and analysis of flight test programs for complex aerospace vehicles and systems. This position involves high-level coordination, ensuring regulatory compliance, leading large-scale testing efforts, and contributing to the continuous improvement of testing methodologies. As a key technical authority, the Flight Test Pilot Principle plays a pivotal role in ensuring the success of critical flight test operations. This role requires expertise in experimental flight testing to support aircraft development and regulatory compliance.
Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions
- Acts as the Platform Lead Flight Test Pilot and provides technical oversight of all platform flight test projects.
- Maintain a high level of pilot proficiency in both jet and propeller aircraft models.
- Safely conduct experimental flight tests for aircraft development and certification projects.
- Leads the planning and execution of multi-faceted flight test programs, including defining objectives, testing requirements, success criteria, and timelines.
- Collaborate with senior management, project teams, and regulatory bodies to ensure test activities align with corporate goals and safety standards.
- Serve as the primary pilot authority during test operations, providing technical guidance, monitoring test data, and making in the-moment adjustments to ensure data accuracy and safety.
- Act as a liaison between the Engineering Flight Test team, engineers, and other support teams to facilitate effective communication and decision-making during testing.
- Address complex technical challenges in real time, utilizing advanced problem-solving skills to adapt and respond to dynamic testing conditions.
- Participate in test safety review process to ensure tests are conducted safely and appropriate safety mitigations are in place before flight.
- Generate detailed technical reports that highlight test results, identify variances, and offer actionable insights for design refinement or procedural adjustments.
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve safety protocols and risk assessment procedures for all test activities.
- Collaborate with safety officers and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with industry standards and mitigate potential risks.
- Foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement, conducting thorough reviews of test procedures and outcomes to minimize risks.
- Provide training and development opportunities for team members, helping to advance their technical skills and industry knowledge.
- Work with engineering, design, manufacturing, and regulatory teams to align testing requirements and ensure consistency with project objectives.
- Act as a pilot subject matter expert, providing insights and recommendations to cross-functional teams and senior management.
- Participate in strategic planning discussions to improve test efficiency, data accuracy, and test program success.
- Perform other departmental duties as assigned.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
- 10+ years experimental flight test experience.
- 7 years flight test pilot experience.
- Pilot Experience 1500 hours total, 500 hours turbine, 100 hour in the last 12 months.
- Previous turbojet type rating preferred.
- Experience with FAA/TCCA/EASA Certification programs preferred.
- Graduate of an accredited test pilot school long course or equivalent flight test pilot experience.
- FAA DER/UM/ODA Flight Test Pilot experience preferred.
- Knowledable in flight dynamics, aerodynamics, propulsion systems, avionics, and aircraft systems.
- Comprehensive understanding of industry regulations and standards (e.g., FAA, EASA, MIL-STD) and safety protocols.
- Experience in risk management and mitigation strategies for flight test programs.
- Proven leadership skills leading cross-functional test teams.
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present complex technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to maintain flexibility and a positive attitude and flexibility in dynamic test program environment.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Action Oriented
- Resourcefulness
- Directs Work
- Plans and aligns
- Optimizes Work Processes
- Ensures Accountability
- Drives Results
Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:
- 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
- Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
- Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
- Generous PTO: 120 hours accrued within the first year.
- Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
- Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
- Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
- Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.
These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.
Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Engineering Flight Test Pilot Senior
Click HERE to apply
Full-Time
On-site
Salary Range: $134,382.29 USD to $201,573.43 USD
Locations Duluth MN
4514 Taylor Cir
Duluth, MN 55811, USA
Job Summary
The Flight Test Pilot, Senior is a technical role responsible for the planning, execution, and analysis of flight test programs for complex aerospace vehicles and systems. This position involves high-level coordination, ensuring regulatory compliance, leading testing efforts, and contributing to the continuous improvement of testing methodologies. As a technical authority, the Flight Test Pilot Senior plays a significant role in ensuring the success of critical flight test operations. This role requires expertise in experimental flight testing to support aircraft development and regulatory compliance.
Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions
- Acts as a Project Flight Test Pilot on assigned flight test projects
- Maintain a high level of pilot proficiency in the assigned aircraft models.
- Safely conduct experimental flight tests for aircraft development and certification projects.
- Lead the planning and execution of assigned flight test programs, including defining objectives, testing requirements, success criteria, and timelines.
- Collaborate with flight test management, project teams, and regulatory bodies to ensure test activities align with corporate goals and safety standards.
- Serve as the pilot authority during test operations, providing technical guidance, monitoring test data, and making in the-moment adjustments to ensure data accuracy and safety.
- Act as a liaison between the Engineering Flight Test team, engineers, and other support teams to facilitate effective communication and decision-making during testing.
- Address complex technical challenges in real time, utilizing advanced problem-solving skills to adapt and respond to dynamic testing conditions.
- Participate in test safety review process to ensure tests are conducted safely and appropriate safety mitigations are in place before flight.
- Generate detailed technical reports that highlight test results, identify variances, and offer actionable insights for design refinement or procedural adjustments.
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve safety protocols and risk assessment procedures for all test activities.
- Collaborate with safety officers and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with industry standards and mitigate potential risks.
- Foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement, conducting thorough reviews of test procedures and outcomes to minimize risks.
- Work with engineering, design, manufacturing, and regulatory teams to align testing requirements and ensure consistency with project objectives.
- Act as a pilot subject matter expert, providing insights and recommendations to cross-functional.
- Participate in strategic planning discussions to improve test efficiency, data accuracy, and test program success.
- Perform other departmental duties as assigned.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
- 5 years experimental flight test experience.
- 2 years flight test pilot experience.
- Pilot Experience 1500 hours total, 500 hours turbine, 100 hour in the last 12 months.
- Previous turbojet type rating preferred.
- Experience with FAA/TCCA/EASA Certification programs preferred.
- Graduate of an accredited test pilot school long course or equivalent flight test pilot experience.
- Qualified experience to FAA DER/UM/ODA Flight Test Pilot requirements within one year preferred.
- Knowledable in flight dynamics, aerodynamics, propulsion systems, avionics, and aircraft systems.
- Comprehensive understanding of industry regulations and standards (e.g., FAA, EASA, MIL-STD) and safety protocols.
- Experience in risk management and mitigation strategies for flight test programs.
- Proven leadership skills leading cross-functional test teams.
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present complex technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to maintain flexibility and a positive attitude and flexibility in dynamic test program environment.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Action Oriented
- Resourcefulness
- Directs Work
- Plans and aligns
- Optimizes Work Processes
- Ensures Accountability
- Drives Results
Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:
- 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
- Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
- Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
- Generous PTO: 120 hours accrued within the first year.
- Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
- Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
- Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
- Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.
These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.
Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
posted 27 February 2026
Team Leader Flight Test - Garmin
Team Leader Flight Test - 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 Team Leader Flight Test in our Salem, OR location. In this role, you will be responsible for managing engineering flight test aspects of company flight operations including day to day team activities, project schedule performance, participation in flight tests and evaluations, and providing flight crew training, mentoring, and performance evaluations.
Essential Functions
- Manage day to day team activities of Garmin’s Flight Test Pilots/Flight Test Engineers
- Hire, train, and lead flight test team to provide Garmin aircraft certification and development flight-test capability including conducting Annual Performance Evaluations
- Establish policies, procedures and standards to support departmental and company aviation objectives
- Actively participate in all aspects of company flight test and evaluation
- Provide training to Flight Test Pilots/Flight Test Engineers as required which may include new aircraft initial training, second-in-command training, formation flight, and flight test procedures, as applicable
- Communicate with FAA by conducting briefings, responding to inquiries, and soliciting comments and concerns on Garmin’s aviation products and projects
- Assist Engineering and Quality Control in Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification activities
- Assist Engineering in development and certification flight testing
- Assist Marketing in technical coordination with aviation Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) customers and aircraft systems demonstration when required
- Assist Marketing in promoting/demonstrating products to potential customers
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering OR equivalent experience
- Must possess a minimum of 5 years experience in leading aircraft or component development and certification teams
- Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Must be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude and work well with others
Desired Qualifications
- FAA Certificated Flight Instructor with Airplane, Instrument Airplane, Multiengine Airplane or Rotorcraft ratings
- FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Airplane, Single and Multiengine Land and Instrument ratings or Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with Airplane, Single and Multiengine Land ratings or equivalent issued by an International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) country
- Current FAA Class I or II medical certificate
- FAA Designated Engineering Representative (DER) – Flight Test Pilot, FAR 23 and/or 25
- 3+ years experience in development and certification flight testing of avionics or flight control systems
- 200+ hours as Pilot In Command (PIC) in Turbine-powered aircraft
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.
Click HERE to apply.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits
posted 18 February
F-15 Experimental Test Pilot - The Boeing Company
F-15 Experimental Test Pilot
For more information and to apply click HERE.
Job Description
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Boeing Test and Evaluation (BT&E) is seeking a Senior F-15 Experimental Test Pilot to join their team to support the Chief Pilot and F-15 programs in Berkeley, MO.
Position Responsibilities:
- Experimental Test Pilot and Subject Matter Expert for the Advanced F-15 platform
- Develops and coordinates flight test activities and requirements, experimental test plans, procedures and techniques to achieve platform objectives
- Evaluates data and provides recommendations regarding techniques, systems operations, and design improvements based on operational considerations
- Prepares flight test reports on aircraft engineering and both experimental and operational problems and deficiencies
- Writes technical reports and flight reports to provide input for developing and modifying flight manuals and related documents
- Collaborates on marketing, evaluation, and demonstration activities for customers; conducts familiarization, demonstration, and training flights
- Assures flight activities comply with regulatory standards and company policies and procedures
- Works with government representatives and aircraft operational customers to resolve issues
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
- 3+ years of experience as a Fighter Test Pilot
- 5+ years of experience in military tactical aviation
- Commercial Pilot Certificate or FAA ATP with appropriate endorsements
- Current FAA Class II medical certificate or must have the ability to obtain one
- Ability to pass the U.S. Navy and/or U.S. Air Force water survival and physiology training
- Graduate from an internationally recognized Test Pilot School long Course (e.g. USAF TPS, USN TPS, NTPS, etc…)
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- 5+ years of experience as a Fighter Test Pilot
- 1000+ hours in the F-15
- FLTS DO or CC experience or equivalent.
- Current and qualified as an Instructor in the F-15C/E, F-15SA, F-15QA, or F-15EX
Drug Free Workplace:Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Pilot Records Database:
All pilots will be screened through the current pilot records database process.
Pay & Benefits:At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range: $262,650 - $355,350.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 03, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This is not an Export Control position.
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Security Clearance
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
posted 29 January
Aerospace Engineer, AST, Research Pilot - NASA
Aerospace Engineer, AST, Research Pilot
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Summary
This position is located in the Aircraft Operations Division, Flight Operations Directorate. As a Aerospace Engineer and Project/Research Pilot you will pilot aircraft used in research, development, and test programs; evaluate test parameters and results; perform flights and ground simulations of advanced missions; and actively participate with project engineers and scientists responsible for the development, design, testing, evaluation, and reporting on new aircraft or aircraft systems.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS AND TO APPLY
Open & closing dates: 12/08/2025 to 12/19/2025
Salary: $159,573 to - $195,200 per year
Pay scale & grade: GS 14
Location: Johnson Space Ctr , Houston, TX
Duties
- Serves as an instructor pilot aboard a high performance jet trainer, and performs classroom and simulator instructor duty in support of Astronaut Space Flight Readiness Training.
- Serves as pilot-in-command/co-pilot aboard a large two-engine business jet, large two-engine high altitude research jet and/or a large four engine turbo propeller cargo aircraft flying a variety of missions, and extended domestic/overseas deployment.
- As pilot-in-command, responsible for managing up to 9 crew, supporting passengers during mission support operations, and/or engineers and scientists for airborne science missions.
- Serves as a project team member providing engineering and operational expertise for periodic test and research flight programs, to include aircraft upgrades/modifications and airborne science missions.
- Manages project schedule as required. Supports reviews, such as the Configuration Control Panel, Test Readiness Review, Flight Readiness Review, and Operational Readiness Review meetings, for modifications to division aircraft.
- Identifies hazards and reports unsafe acts and procedures. Supports investigation and resolution of aircraft anomalies and mishaps as assigned. Participates in safety inspections and training.
- Provides in-flight support for emergency aircraft, managing flight schedule, and monitoring status of aircraft off-station. Recommends and submits task requests for aircraft upgrades. Monitors and provides aircrew input for all aircraft upgrades.
- Communicates effectively with other project pilots and NASA managers to effectively utilize aircrew and aircraft to maximize mission accomplishment.
- Maintains aircraft flight manuals/checklists, aircraft-specific standard operating procedures, and annual proficiency exam and conducts quarterly continuation and aircraft-specific Crew Resource training.
- Plans aircraft deployments and coordinates travel requirements for all travelers. Ensures deploying aircrew have requisite training and documentation.
- Foster a culture of engagement, diversity, inclusiveness, excellence and innovation. Champion NASA's commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility to create an environment that promotes a commitment to safety, integrity, and teamwork.
Requirements
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 security background investigation.
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 and flight instructor certification OR
- An instrument pilot rating and flight instructor certification 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 a high-performance 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:
- Utilizing principles of engineering with respect to research and/or test flight operations;
- Planning and coordinating aircraft missions and aircraft evaluation projects, to include test plan preparation;
- Applying technical project management to include planning, scheduling, and managing technical requirements involving high-performance aircraft;
- Establishing aviation safety training principles and procedures; and present briefings and technical information to all levels of management.
Desired Experience:
- Experience as a Military Test Pilot and hold an FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate.
To receive proper consideration, you must:
- Submit a copy of your current license with your application
- Ensure that your flight hours are indicated in your resume.
NOTE: Candidates establishing eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms, or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot when requested.
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.
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.
Degrees in engineering technology are not considered qualifying for 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.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS AND TO APPLY
posted 8 December
