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Flight Research Test Pilot

$97K–$167K

Concord, CA · Full-time · Posted Oct 28, 2024

Experience
At least 5 years in aviation operations and at least 3 years as a test pilot; 750 hours PIC and 100 hours turbine time.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field, preferably Engineering.
Visa sponsorship
Must qualify as a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 (US citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee).

About the job

Operate crewed and uncrewed research aircraft, primarily for the Cessna Caravan program, and support developmental and operational flight testing and engineering activities.

What you'll do

  • Act as airborne or remote pilot in command and conduct flight tests, including preparing test plans, cards, and reports.
  • Analyze flight data and provide feedback and recommendations for system improvements.
  • Collaborate on test activities and engineering design, particularly human interfaces and airspace integration.

What they ask for

  • FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate and Instrument Airplane rating.
  • At least 750 hours of pilot-in-command flight time and 100 hours of turbine time.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field; Engineering preferred.
  • At least 5 years in aviation operations and 3 years as a test pilot.

Nice to have

  • SETP-recognized Test Pilot School graduate; FAA certified flight instructor.
  • C-208 experience, UAS or highly automated aircraft experience, or leadership in a flight test organization.

Pay

$97,000 - $167,000/yr (USD, base pay)

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