CH-47 Maintenance Test Pilot

ZipRecruiter; Alabama; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a CH-47 Maintenance Test Pilot responsible for ensuring the airworthiness of aircraft through thorough pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight procedures. The ideal candidate will have extensive flying experience, hold a valid FAA Commercial Pilot certificate, and be proficient in troubleshooting and navigation. This role requires compliance with FAA regulations and the ability to instruct maintenance personnel. Candidates must also have a high school diploma or GED and complete necessary training programs.

Qualifications

• Must have recorded a minimum of 1,000 hours as pilot in command.
• Must hold a valid FAA Commercial Pilot certificate.

Responsibilities

• Performs pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight procedures.
• Conducts operational ground checks and functional check flights.
• Instructs maintenance personnel for aircraft operations.

Skills

Navigation

Troubleshooting

Flight Maneuvers

Education

High school diploma or GED

AMOC II graduation

Job description

Job Description CH-47 MAINTENANCE TEST PILOT

SUMMARY: Performs flights and demonstrates proficiency during standardization flights on aircraft. Performs mathematical calculations required for weight and balance, and performance data for takeoff, cruise, and landing configurations of aircraft in which the individual is qualified.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Performs pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight procedures in accordance with Company, Army, or Air Force directives depending on assignment.
2. Performs operational ground checks, taxi checks, hover checks on rotary wing aircraft; functional check flights, general and limited maintenance test flights, confirmation check flights of aircraft and aircraft systems undergoing maintenance, and determines the aircraft's airworthiness prior to release for customer use, in accordance with Army or Air Force technical publications and Company procedures.
3. Performs troubleshooting procedures on aircraft on the ground and in flight, and makes appropriate recommendations to assist ground personnel in correcting deficiencies.
4. Performs recovery and ferry flights.
5. Instructs maintenance personnel for aircraft ground run-up and taxi operations to prepare employees for certification.
6. Keeps abreast of and complies with FAA and local flying regulations and safety procedures applicable to the job.
7. Maintains proficiency in basic flight maneuvers, emergency procedures, and instrument flying, consistent with Army or Air Force technical publications and Company requirements.
8. Briefs and demonstrates operational and emergency procedures to flight crew and non-crew members.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Engages in study, preparation, and personal development when not operating the aircraft.
2. Operates motor vehicles as needed for duties.
3. Completes records to record aircraft and engine performance data, using IMDS and required forms, demonstrating proficiency in IMDS within ninety (90) days when assigned to the Air Force Project.
4. Participates in instrument flight simulator training.
5. May fly profile flights, including NVG, PNVS, and tactics.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must demonstrate the ability to start, run-up, fly, navigate, and land aircraft qualified to operate.
2. Must hold a valid and current FAA Commercial Pilot certificate with rotorcraft and instrument ratings in the aircraft class.
3. Must hold a valid FAA Instrument rating in the designated aircraft class.
4. Must have recorded a minimum of 1,000 hours as pilot in command in the specific aircraft class, and 1,500 hours total PIC, with at least 500 hours in helicopters, of which at least 250 hours are in UH-1H or Bell 205 when assigned to the Air Force Project. Fifty percent of PIC hours can be in similar commercial aircraft.
5. Must have completed the 1H Maintenance Test Pilot Course or FAA Test Flight Program in UH-1H or Bell 205 when assigned to the Air Force Project.

EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE:

1. High school diploma or GED.
2. AMOC II graduation is required. Pilots flying OH-58D, CH-47, AH-64, or UH-60 must be Phase II graduates in those aircraft before assuming Maintenance Test Pilot duties. Candidates meeting qualifications 1-4 can complete AMOC Phase II training within 180 days, pending approval. Failure to complete the course disqualifies the employee.
3. Maintenance Test Pilots in UH-60, CH-47, or AH-64 must have completed MTPC prior to assuming PC and MTP duties.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

1. Ability to perform basic arithmetic and calculations related to aircraft and engine performance, including rates, ratios, percentages, and interpolations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must hold a valid FAA or military Class II Medical Certificate, with initial and annual flight physicals required for piloting U.S. Army or Air Force aircraft.