Armed Forces Test Pilot — Flight Test Lead (TS/SCI)

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 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.