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Flight Test Pilot - Garmin

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 Flight Test Pilot for Garmin's Salem, OR 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.

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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

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical 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
• Commercial aviation experience is a plus
• 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 28 April

Engineering Test Pilot - Moog

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Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title:

Engineering Test Pilot

Reporting To:

Director, AG Engineering

Work Schedule:

Onsite – Mineral Wells, TX

Our Moog Military Aircraft Group is looking for an Engineering Test Pilot to conduct flight test and evaluation projects for Moog Avionics.  This includes testing fixed wing, rotary wing, and non-standard aircraft and avionics system products.  You’ll be responsible for conducting safe and professional flight operations in support of flight test, demonstrations, system integration, product development, and certification. Additionally, you’ll plan, develop and execute test flights on various aircraft to verify airworthiness and performance capability; validate and verify compliance with specifications and to determine operational effectiveness and/or suitability of the avionics system.  This role has an onsite work schedule in Mineral Wells, TX.  Moog Avionics delivers customer-focused technologies and customized solutions for Special Mission, Military & Defense, Military Trainer, Business, and General Aviation industries.

Day- to-Day Responsibilities:

• Provide test pilot expertise to assigned programs; technology/research and product development efforts to ensure man-machine interface issues and requirements are identified for new or modified designs.
• Provide DER/UM pilot expertise and safety/regulatory guidance to internal departments for design definition, flight test planning, flight test techniques, test reporting and proposal preparation.
• Identify and report customer, man-machine interface and certification issues to Program Management/Engineering functions.
• Write and/or review development or certification test plans and reports for assigned flight tests associated with customer programs, internal programs and products.
• Participate in the planning, coordination, and short-term scheduling of tests to be performed on assigned test aircraft
• Coordinate with flight test engineers as required ensuring the aircraft is configured properly to meet test objectives.
• Plan and conduct development and certification flight test activities on assigned airplane.
• Gather quantitative and qualitative date to determine performance characteristics during flight test
• Prepare and distribute Flight Reports after each assigned test flight.
• Perform FAA evaluation flights as required to support ODA or other civil certification projects.
• Support training department in preparing training material for various avionics products
• Conduct classroom and/or aircraft training to customers and internal personnel
• Consult with project personnel and others to provide regulatory/safety/system assistance and information from a pilot perspective.

Here’s what you’ll bring with you…

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, or similar technical foundation to support aircraft design.  
• FAA Commercial pilot certificate (prefer dual-rated pilot- rotorcraft and airplane).
• Minimum 1,500 hours total flight time.
• Two years of test pilot experience on developmental flight test programs.
• FAA Second Class medical certificate.
• Graduate of a recognized Test Pilot School or equivalent test pilot training.
• Must be willing to travel domestically and internationally up to 30% to support offsite flight testing.
• Knowledge of applicable Federal Aviation Regulations for flight operations and aircraft certification. Able to be designated as an ODA Unit Member and/or FAA Flight Test Pilot DER. Previous designation preferred.
• Must have the physical ability to operate cockpit flight controls with up to 150 lbs. of rudder forces, elevator forces up to 120 lbs., and aileron forces up to 90 lbs.
• Must be a U.S citizen.

Our Benefits - How We Care for You:

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts 
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance 
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages 
• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs 
• Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace: Inclusive culture rooted in our values, enhanced by Employee Resource Groups, and team-building activities.
• Additional site-specific benefits may be offered
• Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 10 hour shifts 

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Salary Range Transparency:

Mineral Wells, TX $190,000.00–$220,000.00 Annually

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits. 

This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran 

Moog is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 844-367-5787.

posted 30 March

Fixed Wing Test Pilot Instructor - NTPS

Fixed Wing Test Pilot Instructor

Come and join the World’s Test Pilot School! The National Test Pilot School is the World’s Leading Total Flight Test Training and Education Organization and the only Accredited Test Pilot School.

NTPS is looking to hire an outstanding Fixed Wing Test Pilot Instructor to join our cadre of flight test professionals. You will work as part of a team developing and delivering flight test course material. You will be teaching both academic and airborne instruction all aspects of the Fixed Wing P&FQ and Systems curriculum to both Test Pilot and Flight Test Engineer students. You should have excellent interpersonal skills that will allow you to work well with people having a wide range of experience and diverse cultural backgrounds. You must be able to explain complex subjects in a manner that can be assimilated and applied by all students.

Required Education, Training, & Experience Criteria:

• Test Pilot Graduate of a SETP recognized Test Pilot School.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or field closely associated with flight testing.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience as a Fixed Wing Experimental Test Pilot.
• FAA Medical 2nd Class.
• Fluent in English.

Desired Education, Training, & Experience Criteria:

• Ten+ years of flight test experience.
• Previous Test Pilot School instructional experience.
• Master’s Degree in Engineering (or closely related field) or equivalent.
• Test experience with Civil Certification, Radar, EO/IR & Comm/Nav systems.
• FAA Commercial Pilot License; Airplane (SEL/MEL), CFI/MEI and Instrument Airplane.
• Type Rating/Authorized Experimental: S-265, AV-L39, MB-326, NH-T38.
• EASA Flight Test Instructor rating.
• NVG and/or Helmet Mounted Display experience.

Salary range for the role is $200,000 - $250,000. We do offer relocation assistance and a comprehensive benefit package which includes: Medical, Dental and Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off beginning at 3 weeks annually, 401K with corporate match etc.

Please email resumes to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

posted 24 March

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:

1. 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.
2. 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.)
3. Please make sure resumes are overtly labeled to call attention to the desire to be considered in Flight Test.

posted 4 March