C295 India Test Pilot

Prestwick Aerosystems; Vadodara; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 3,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus India Private Limited seeks a professional to lead flight testing for the C295 at the Vadodara base, ensuring safety and compliance with local procedures. The role involves direct coordination with Airbus DS leadership, dispatch planning, and liaison with aviation authorities.

Candidate must hold EASA test-pilot credentials (C295) with strong leadership and travel flexibility; English proficiency is required for global operations.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency and EASA test-pilot qualification required.
• TLB management and configuration control experience.
• Leadership and strong communication skills; travel willingness.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure safety of Airbus flight operations from Vadodara.
• Perform ground and flight test on C295.
• Coordinate with Airbus DS Chief Test Pilot and local authorities.
• Manage Flight Dispatch (Flight Plan, Weather, NOTAMS).
• Implement Airbus DS policy for local operations.
• Coordinate local flight scheduling.
• Liaise with Final Assembly Line, Flight Line, Airport Authorities, Indian Air Force and ATC.

Skills

English (EASA level)

Leadership & comms

Willingness to travel

Education

EASA Test Pilot Graduate (C295 qualified Captain)

Job description

Job Description

Brief Description: Prepare, execute and report flight test guaranteeing flight safety at the Final Assembly Line for C295 in India (Vadodara).

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure the safety of Airbus flight operations carried out from Vadodara or on detachment from this base.
• Perform ground and flight test on C295.
• Local link in Vadodara with Airbus DS Chief Test Pilot.
• Manage Flight Dispatch (Flight Plan, Weather, NOTAMS, etc).
• Implement Airbus DS policy and procedures, for matters relevant to local operations.
• Assure flight safety and flight operations.
• Coordinate local flight scheduling.
• Local coordination with Final Assembly Line, Flight Line, Airport Authorities, Indian Air Force and Air Traffic Authorities.

Knowledge & Skills

• English language, equivalent of Level 5 EASA Test Pilot Graduate C295 qualified captain
• Technical Logbook (TLB) management
• Configuration control
• Leadership and Communication skills
• Availability for traveling occasionally, including training period in Spain

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company Information

Company: Airbus India Private Limited

Employment Type: Permanent

Experience Level: Professional

Job Family: Testing

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