Production Flight Test Pilot: Data-Driven Quality & Safety

Pilot Assessments; Duluth, Northern (MN, KY); Ibrido; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employer-paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

HSA contributions

Parental leave

Descrizione del lavoro

Pilot Assessments is seeking a Staff Production Flight Test Pilot based in Duluth, MN. The role focuses on conducting rigorous production and post-mod flight tests to verify performance, safety, and system functionality in line with design standards. Strong judgment for go/no-go decisions is essential.

Candidates should bring 1,500+ PIC hours, an FAA CPL/ATP with appropriate ratings, and a current medical. Travel and variable shifts are expected as production needs arise.

Competenze

• Minimum 1,500 hours PIC.
• FAA CPL or ATP (Restricted or Unrestricted) with airplane single-engine and instrument ratings.
• Current First- or Second-Class Medical.
• Demonstrated judgment in go/no-go decision-making and precise execution of test profiles.
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams in a fast-paced production environment.
• Willingness to work variable shifts/weekends and fly non-pressurized aircraft to high altitude.
• Ability to travel overnight and internationally; passport required.

Mansioni

• Conduct production and post-mod flight tests verifying performance and safety against design standards.
• Make sound go/no-go decisions after assessing weather, aircraft status, and test objectives.
• Plan and fly test profiles; execute system checks and handling evaluations across the envelope.
• Perform preflight inspections, weight-and-balance computations, and performance calculations.
• Operate test instrumentation; observe, measure, and document aircraft behavior.
• Provide troubleshooting input to engineering and production teams.
• Complete paperwork, logs, and conformity records accurately and on time.
• Uphold safety practices and PPE; support continuous improvement.
• Assist teammates and provide training to other test pilots as assigned.
• Support schedule needs, including weekend/shift work and travel.

Conoscenze

PIC hours

FAA CPL or ATP

First/Second-Class Medical

Go/No-Go decision making

Independent work

Travel readiness

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree or 7+ years relevant experience

Descrizione del lavoro

Pilot Assessments is seeking a Staff Production Flight Test Pilot based in Duluth, MN. The role focuses on conducting rigorous production and post-mod flight tests to verify performance, safety, and system functionality in line with design standards. Strong judgment for go/no-go decisions is essential.

Candidates should bring 1,500+ PIC hours, an FAA CPL/ATP with appropriate ratings, and a current medical. Travel and variable shifts are expected as production needs arise.