Armed Forces Test Pilot

L3Harris Technologies; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies seeks an Armed Forces Test Pilot to support special mission sensor aircraft in an end‑to‑end testing role. You will participate in flight planning, operate in a small pilot team, and support DoD programs with mission flights from the Tulsa facility.

The role requires a robust piloting background, education in aeronautics, and the ability to deploy internationally for extended periods. Candidate must obtain a DoD clearance when eligible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience; a Graduate Degree with 10+ years preferred; in lieu of a degree, 16+ years of related experience.
• Graduate of Armed Forces Test Pilot School (Full Course).
• Airline Transport Pilot Certification.
• Valid First-Class FAA medical certificate.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Co-Captain on G550 special mission sensor aircraft during engineering test flights.
• Safely conduct training and operate aircraft under FAA regulations and DCMA 8210 D requirements.
• Maintain professional standards of conduct at all times.
• Work assigned shifts and travel worldwide; on-call with a two-hour recall.
• Possess valid driver’s license and ability to obtain DoD TS/SCI clearance.

Skills

MS-Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

Armed Forces Test Pilot School

Tools

MS-Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.
L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Armed Forces Test Pilot

Job Code: 45120

Job Location: Tulsa/Las Vegas/Remote Field

Job Schedule: 5/8: Employees work 8 hours per day, 5 days a week

Job Description:

Will be a dedicated resource that will participate in all aspects of operating special mission sensor aircraft in support of Multiple Department of War programs including experimental flight testing and operational support flights. The work involves extensive flight planning and work as part of a small team of pilots. Full time responsibility located at L3 Harris Aeromet’s Tulsa, OK Facility; however, will be required to travel to support operations worldwide with occasional deployment times of up to 30 days or more. Typical deployments are 10-14 days. Travel varies but is typically 50% annually.

Essential Functions:

• After an initial indoctrination and training period, perform as a Co-Captain on unique G550 special mission sensor aircraft operated by Aeromet on experimental and engineering test flights.
• Safely conduct training and operate the aircraft in accordance with all applicable FAA regulations and DCMA 8210 D requirements.
• Maintain professional standards of conduct at all times.
• Able to work any assigned shift or schedule, including mission support outside normal duty hours and travel worldwide as required to support mission requirements. Subject to on call status with a two-hour recall.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain a Department of War TS/SCI security clearance.
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.
  
• Graduate of Armed Forces Test Pilot School (Full Course)
  
• Airline Transport Pilot Certification
  
• Valid First-Class FAA medical certificate
  

Preferred Additional Skills:

• 1,500 hours PC/PIC time, to include 100 hours as PC/PIC during engineering and/or acceptance flights listed under the functional flight category
• Multi-engine jet FAA type rating (or Military Equivalent)
• Shall have a clean aviation accident and FAA violation record
• Shall never have had any designation or ratings suspended or revoked
• Proficient using MS-Office (WORD, EXCEL, POWERPOINT, and Outlook)
  

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
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