Maintenance Test Pilot (MTP) MH-47G

Akima; Fort Campbell North (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima Technical Solutions (ATS) is seeking a Maintenance Test Pilot for MH-47G helicopters to perform MTF, FTF, and MOC on customer MH-47G series aircraft. The role involves in-flight and ground testing with diagnostic equipment, and requires current FAA medical, instrument rating, and an active Secret clearance.

The MTP must have command time, MH-47G qualification, AMOC II graduate status, and be willing to travel up to two weeks per trip.

Qualifications

• Must be qualified in the MDS MH-47G aircraft.
• 1000 hours of Pilot-in-Command time.
• Minimum 100 hours in the specific MDS/similar aircraft.
• At least 50 hours logged during maintenance test flights on MH-47G aircraft.
• Graduate of the AMOC II course.
• Capable of passing a valid FAA second class medical certificate.
• Must hold an instrument rating on FAA Commercial Certificates.
• Willing to travel up to 2 weeks per trip.
• Must obtain an Active Secret Clearance (Interim Secret Clearance to Start).
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Perform Testing: MTF, FTF, and MOC on customer MH-47G series aircraft using ground and in‑flight diagnostic test equipment.
• Demonstrate proficiency in rotary-wing flying operations and instrument tasks during evaluations.
• Maintain required medical certifications and keep instrument ratings current.
• Coordinate with Evaluators for annual flight evaluations and maintain ATM tasks for assigned duties.
• Travel domestically as needed to support maintenance activities.

Skills

Pilot-in-Command

Instrument rating

MH-47G qualification

Active Secret Clearance

Willingness to travel

FAA Second Class Medical

Education

AMOC II course graduate

Job description

This position is a MaintenanceTest Pilot for the MH-47G helicopter. Duties include but are not limited to MTF (Maintenance Test Flight), FTF (Functional Test Flight), and MOC (Maintenance Operational Checks) on customer MH-47G series aircraft. The Maintenance Test Pilot (MTP) shall perform testing, including the use of ground and in-flight diagnostic test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Proficient in flying operations of assigned rotary wing helicopters.
• Demonstrate instrument task proficiency on the annual flight evaluation conducted by flight detachment Evaluators.
• Complete an initial, and annually thereafter, FAA second class flight physical.
• Undergo an annual flight evaluation conducted by both an Instructor Pilot (IP) and Maintenance Test Flight Evaluator (MTFE), qualified in Mission, Type, and Design Series (MDS).
• Ensure that all Aircrew Training Manual (ATM) tasks required for assigned flight duties are accomplished (i.e., non-tactical base tasks).
• Maintain a current, valid Agency or Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Second Class Medical Certificate and Maintain an instrument rating on their FAA Commercial Certificates.
• Maintenance Test Pilot must hold an instrument rating on their FAA Commercial Certificates; and are evaluated I/A/W the appropriate ATM.

Qualifications

• The Maintenance Test Pilot (MTP) must be qualified in the MDS aircraft.
• The MTP must have no less than 1,000 hours of Pilot-in-Command time.
• The Pilot-in-Command time must include a minimum of 100 hours in the specific MDS/similar aircraft.
• A minimum of 50-hours must be logged during maintenance test flights on MH-47G aircraft.
• The MTP must be a graduate of the AMOC II course.
• Maintenance test pilots must be capable of passing a valid Agency or FAA Second Class Medical Certificate.
• Maintenance test pilots shall possess an instrument rating on their FAA Commercial Certificates.
• Must be willing to travel (US travel) in support of aircraft maintenance. Travel could be up to 2 weeks per trip.
• Must have the ability to obtain an Active Secret Clearance (Interim Secret Clearance Required to Start).
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Job ID

2026-24351

Work Type

On-Site

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Technical Solutions (ATS), an Akima company, is not just another federal technical solutions contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At ATS, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, ATS provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, ATS delivers a full spectrum of logistics and supply chain services that meet our customers’ most stringent mandates and metrics.

As an ATS employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options