FTO Test Pilot - B737-800 Next Gen Testbed

Prattwhitney; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 166,000 - 277,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee assistance program

Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Raytheon is seeking a Test Pilot in Ontario, CA to support the planning and execution of manned flight test missions. You will lead mission planning, coordinate with FAA airspace and military ranges, and ensure test aircraft readiness for deployments.

Requirements include a university degree plus 10+ years of flight test, Boeing 737 experience, and FAA/ATP qualifications. Travel up to 20% is expected for classified RTX programs.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent with 10+ years of relevant flight test experience.
• 737 flight test experience; large multi-engine aircraft preferred.
• Flight test experience within the last 10 years.
• Commercial Pilot Certificate with FAA First Class medical and ATP; 1,500 hours total, 500 PIC.
• 1,000 hours of turbine experience; multi-engine turbine preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute flight test missions, coordinating with ranges and FAA airspace.
• Lead mission planning briefings and contribute to test reporting.
• Coordinate aircraft maintenance and liaise with support teams.
• Maintain currency for test aircraft and ensure readiness for deployments.
• Travel up to 20% to CONUS/OCONUS test ranges.

Skills

Flight test planning

Crew coordination

Mission leadership

Operational communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Flight test equipment handling

Aircraft maintenance liaison

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-09 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-ONTARIO-R27 ~ 1120 S Vineyard Ave ~ BLDG R27 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Raytheon Systems Engineering and Test Capabilities (SE&TC) is seeking a Test Pilot for our new B737-800 Next Generation Testbed to join Flight Test Operations (FTO) team. This position is responsible for supporting multiple functions in the planning and execution of manned flight test missions for our newest test platform that will replace our B727 Raytheon Multi-program Testbed (RMT). The test pilot role will also support flight test planning and execution across our FTO test platforms to include our Challenger 601.

This position is an onsite role based in Ontario, California with occasional travel to support RTX flight test programs.

What You Will Do

• Plan and coordinate flight test missions involving military ranges and FAA airspace
• Conduct internal flight test readiness evaluations and coordinate customer airworthiness audits
• Lead mission planning, coordination briefings, and contribute to test reporting
• Coordinate aircraft maintenance activities and liaison with subcontracted support team
• Qualify and maintain currency for Raytheon FTO test aircraft, including B737-800, CL601, B727-200, and C206 as a test pilot crew member
• Perform work in classified and SAP environments
• Travel up to 20% to CONUS/OCONUS test ranges
• Typical flight test deployments are 1–2 weeks to support classified flight testing of RTX programs
• Typical travel sites include Eglin AFB, FL; Nelis AFB, NV, Tucson, AZ; Cedar Rapids, IA.

Qualifications

You Must Have (Typically requires)

• A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience
• Boeing 737 and operational or military test pilot experience
• Flight test experience within the last 10 years.
• Commercial Pilot Certificate and ability to hold an FAA First Class medical and Airline Transport Pilot certificate 1,500 hours pilot time with a minimum of 500 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC).
• Applicants must also have 1,000 hours of turbine experience with multi-engine turbine experience desired

Qualifications We Prefer

• Graduate of military Test Pilot School, Weapons School, or equivalent formal course
• Advanced flying qualifications including Instructor Pilot or Flight Examiner
• Experience with large (>12.5K lbs) multi-engine turbine aircraft with onboard Mission Crew or tactical fighter test pilot experience
• Hold an FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate
• Experience leading a flight operations sub-organization or aircraft maintenance teams
• Top Secret Security Clearance
• Experience with flight test mission control rooms
• Experience working in classified programs

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. This position is eligible for relocation assistance.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. This position requires an active security clearance before start date. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 145,600 USD - 276,800 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short-term disability
• long-term disability
• 401(k) match
• flexible spending accounts
• flexible work schedules
• employee assistance program
• Employee Scholar Program
• parental leave
• paid time off
• holidays

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms. RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.