AH-64E Maintenance Test Pilot (MTP) - Flight Test Lead

GAL; Tennessee; On-site; USD 95,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

GAL is seeking a highly skilled Maintenance Test Pilot (AH-64E) to lead flight testing and certifications of the AH-64E Apache helicopter. You will ensure safety, performance, and regulatory compliance while supporting military and commercial missions.

You will conduct maintenance test flights, inspections, and evaluations, mentor Local National MTPs, and coordinate with aircrew and TI functions as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Associate/Higher Diploma in Aviation Maintenance.
• FAA A&P License or 15R/15Y qualification required.
• AH-64D/E MTPC and AMOC Phase I/II or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance test flights and PIC duties per contract.
• Ensure TAMMS, OEM docs, and regs compliance.
• Plan flights considering weather, airspace, and mission needs.
• Conduct pre/post-flight inspections and document results.
• Mentor Local National MTPs and supervise training.

Skills

PIC time experience

Flight test knowledge

Military aviation

Education

Bachelors/Associates in Aviation Maintenance

FAA A&P License / 15R or 15Y

AH-64D/E MTPC / AMOC Phase I/II

Tools

TAMMS-A

AMOC Phase II

Job description

GAL is seeking a highly skilled Maintenance Test Pilot (AH-64E) to lead flight testing and certifications of the AH-64E Apache helicopter. You will ensure safety, performance, and regulatory compliance while supporting military and commercial missions.

You will conduct maintenance test flights, inspections, and evaluations, mentor Local National MTPs, and coordinate with aircrew and TI functions as needed.