Aerospace Engineer, AST, Research Pilot (Direct Hire)

NASA International; California; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center in California seeks a highly skilled Research Pilot to support aeronautics flight research and Earth science missions. The incumbent will conduct experimental and developmental flight tests and support complex airborne science operations using a range of aircraft including upcoming flight research on Boeing 737 and 777.

Required qualifications include an FAA commercial pilot's license with an instrument rating, 1,500 hours PIC with at least 500 hours in jet

Qualifications

• FAA commercial pilot's license with an instrument rating.
• 1,500 hours PIC with at least 500 hours in jet aircraft over 3,000 lbf thrust.
• Specialized experience in flight test, PIC in transport/bomber aircraft, and flight research.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experimental and developmental flight tests for aeronautics research.
• Support complex airborne science operations and missions.
• Fly a range of aircraft including upcoming Boeing 737/777 research flights.

Skills

Flight testing

Pilot-in-command

Jet aircraft experience

Instrument rating

Job description

The Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC) is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Research Pilot to support aeronautics flight research and Earth science missions. The incumbent will conduct experimental and developmental flight tests, support complex airborne science operations, and contribute to NASA's mission to advance aerospace technology and scientific discovery flying a wide range of aircraft to include upcoming flight research on Boeing 737 and 777 aircraft. 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 OR a pilot and instrument rating 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 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:

• Inflight experience executing flight test techniques for performance and flying qualities testing;
• Performing Pilot in command experience in transport or bomber type aircraft;
• Performing flight research, flight test, or airborne test bed aircraft operations

PREFERRED CANDIDATES

Pilot graduate of a recognized Test Pilot School.

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.