Essential Functions:
Remotely pilots vehicle to determine compliance with specification and operational suitability during experimental/ engineering/ ground and flight test events; demonstration support through specifically prescribed tests and maneuvers.
Defines, plans, organizes and executes complex flight programs and flight test events.
Conducts briefings and debriefings, and coordinates with maintenance personnel to analyze and correct vehicle discrepancies.
Support engineering the development of test plans, procedures, and test cards.
Attend Air Vehicle and Mission System Technical Interchange Meetings, Preliminary Design Reviews, Critical Design Reviews, and Flight Readiness Reviews.
Candidate may conduct demonstration flights with customers, government officials or other personnel to exhibit vehicle performance, flying qualities and system capabilities. ... Continue Reading
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor in Science degree plus 14 years of related experience OR Masters in Science plus 12 years of related experience OR PhD in Science plus 9 years of related experience.
Position requires experience in flight test operations
Must be FAA commercial Multi & Single Engine instrument rated pilot (or military equivalent) plus current FAA Class II Medical or higher.
Minimum of 500 hours of flight experience as Pilot in Command and able to maintain instrument currency in manned aircraft
This position requires the occasional odd shift (Nights and Weekends)
Ability to obtain and maintain Program Access prior to beginning employmentCurrent active DoD Top Secret Clearance Required
Aviation instructor (Certified Flight Instructor) experience
Previous experience operating UAVs
Preferred Qualifications:
Flight test experience
Military flight experience highly desirable ... Continue Reading
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