Instructor / Developmental Test Pilot (DTP)

CACI; Fort Campbell North (KY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI in Fort Campbell, KY seeks an Instructor / Developmental Test Pilot to support MH-47 APAS and deliver flight instruction to the operational force. The role includes curriculum development and advanced flight instruction for rotary wing operations in varied light and weather conditions.

You will develop test plans, coordinate with engineers, and conduct developmental flights on MH-47 helicopters to assess performance, safety, and system readiness. Requires Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Secret clearance required.
• 15+ years of rotary wing aircraft experience.
• MH-47 qualification and DoD Instructor Pilot training.
• US Army Instructor Pilot Course or equivalency.
• FAA helicopter commercial certificate with instrument rating.
• 2,000+ rotorcraft hours; 1,000 PIC hours; 500 NVG hours.
• 3+ years with current aircraft systems development & testing.
• FMQ/IP/SIP experience; Army aviation standards familiarity.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or management field.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and execute test plans, procedures, and reports.
• Collaborate with program office, engineers, and developers to ensure system performance meets specs.
• Conduct developmental test flights on MH-47 helicopters and upgrades to evaluate performance and safety.
• May perform maintenance test flights on aircraft undergoing maintenance or upgrades.
• Comply with DCMA, AR 95-1, ARSOA guidelines and related flight manuals.
• Provide flight instruction to students on the flight instruction curriculum.
• Train NVG operations to standard per ARSOA-47.
• Qualify officers/pilots as BMQ, IP, and/or MTP in MH-47G airframes.
• Support training schedules, aircraft scheduling, and POI training logistics.
• Represent SOA user at conferences and industry events.

Skills

Rotary wing experience

MH-47 qualified

Instructor Pilot training

FAA helicopter rating

Rotorcraft flight hours

PIC hours

NVG hours

Aircraft systems development

FMQ / IP experience

Army Instructor Pilot training

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical or management field

Job description

Job Title: Instructor / Developmental Test Pilot (DTP)

Job Category: Aviation

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 50%

Type of Travel: Continental US

The Opportunity:

CACI has an immediate opening for an Instructor / Developmental Test Pilot located in Fort Campbell, KY. As the selected Instructor / Developmental Test Pilot (DTP), you will assist in curriculum development for the MH-47 Active Parallel Actuator Subsystem (APAS) and follow-on instruction of the system to the operational force.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, coordinate, and execute test plans, procedures, and reports.
• Collaborate with program office, engineers, and developers to ensure system performance meets system specifications and user requirements.
• Conduct developmental test flights on new or modified SOA helicopters and upgraded systems to evaluate performance, operational suitability, and safety.
• May perform maintenance test flights (MTFs) on primary model aircraft which have undergone maintenance, modification, or overhaul, or on new production aircraft, where a follow-up/acceptance MTF is not performed by the Government.
• Comply with all flight regulations, rules, and standards in accordance with (IAW) DCMA INST 8210.1D, AR 95-1, USASOC Sup 1 to AR 95-1, ARSOA 3-04.11, 160th RTSOP, and applicable ARSOA series Aircrew Training Manuals.
• Provide flight instruction to students on topics within the flight instruction curriculum.
• Train Commissioned Officers, Warrant Officers, Government, Partner Nation and Contractor rotary wing aviators in the basic mission skills to conduct night vision goggle (NVG) helicopter operations at terrain flight altitudes under various light and weather conditions to standard per the ARSOA-47 Aircrew Training Manual.
• Qualify Commissioned Officers, Warrant Officers, Government, and Contractor rotary wing aviators for duty as a Basic Mission Qualified (BMQ) Pilot, Instructor Pilot, and/or Maintenance Test Pilot in the MH- 47G ARSOA rotary wing airframes.
• Perform crew duties during training support flights, recovery flights, demonstration flights, and as co-pilot for maintenance test flights when approved by the GFR.
• Assist with training schedules and aircraft scheduling.
• Coordinate aircraft and resource scheduling to support POI training.
• Responsible for project planning, coordination, execution, and reporting.
• Represent the SOA user at conferences, meetings, and other industry events related to helicopter development, testing, and emerging technologies.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Secret Security Clearance.
• Minimum of 15 years’ experience with military rotary wing aircraft.
• Qualified in the MH-47 model aircraft.
• Graduate of DoD course of instruction for Instructor Pilots
• Current FAA commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating (Helicopter) as required by AR 95-20.
• 2,000-hours minimum pilot/copilot experience in rotary wing aircraft.
• 1,000 hours as a Pilot in Command (PIC).
• 500 hours flying with Night Vision Goggles (NVG).
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience with current aircraft and aircraft related technical systems development, architecture, integration testing, fielding, and sustainment.
• Bachelors’ degree in technical or management field.
• Minimum of two years’ experience as a Fully Mission Qualified (FMQ), Flight Lead (FL), Standardization Instructor Pilot (SIP) or Instructor Pilot (IP) in Army Special Operations rotary wing helicopters.
• Graduate of the US Army Instructor Pilot Course or have completed an equivalency evaluation conducted by the Directorate of Evaluation and Standardization, U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence.

Desired:

• Qualified in an approved Crew Dunker or equivalent.
• Qualified on Emergency Breathing Device (HEEDS).

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$94,600 - $208,000

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.