Production Test Pilot

General Dynamics Corporation; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in St. Louis is seeking a Production Test Pilot to conduct flight test evaluations of production aircraft, engines, and avionics in support of ACS and customer demonstrations.

The role requires extensive flight experience, a current FAA Class 1 Medical certificate, and Gulfstream type ratings. You will operate domestically and internationally under FOM/SOP and collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination sufficient for essential duties.
• 5 years flight experience as a professional pilot in aviation industry.
• 1500 hours total flight time or 1000 hours PIC of turbine powered aircraft.
• Gulfstream type rating preferred and ATPL required upon hire.
• FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct flight test evaluations of production aircraft, engines, avionics and related systems.
• Operate Gulfstream aircraft domestically and internationally per FOM/SOP.
• Coordinate with maintenance, completion, and technical operations for issue repair.
• Assist in planning and coordination of flight activity with Dispatch.

Skills

Gulfstream experience

CFI

Flight test experience

FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate

ATPL

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot License) Upon Hire

Job description

Production Test Pilot in GAC St. Louis (CPS)

Unique Skills:

Previous Gulfstream experience with GVII & GVIII type ratings, CFI and Functional Test Pilot experience preferred. Must be able to maintain an FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate.

Under the direction of the Chief Production Test Pilot and/or Senior Production Test Pilot, conduct flight test evaluations of production aircraft, engines, avionics systems, and other related systems to assure that aircraft are in accordance with existing design and performance specifications

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's Degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 5 years flight experience as a professional pilot in aviation industry required.. 1500 hours total flight time, or 1000 hours Pilot-in-Command of turbine powered aircraft. Gulfstream type rating preferred.. ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot License) Upon Hire required. Other 1st Class FAA Medical Certificate Upon Hire required.

Position Purpose

Act as crew within Gulfstream Flight Operations

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

• In accordance with Gulfstream Flight Operations FOM/SOP, as crew, domestically and internationally (when qualified), operate Gulfstream aircraft in support of Airborne Customer Support (ACS), corporate transportation, customer accommodation, demonstration, Gulfstream maintenance, production test, and any other functions as assigned .
• Must possess a broad knowledge and understanding of flight operations .
• Communicate with Gulfstream personnel to facilitate effective support of Gulfstream and our Customers .
• Manage and execute any assigned ancillary responsibilities .
• Adhere to Gulfstream corporate policies, department Flight Operations Manual (FOM) policies and procedures .
• Effectively coordinate the assessment and repair of aircraft issues with Corporate Maintenance, Production/Completion, and Technical Operations as needed .

Additional Functions:

• Proactively assist Gulfstream Dispatch with planning and coordination of flight activity .
• Manage the safe and efficient conduct of all assigned flight activities .
• Strive to be a positive brand ambassador for Gulfstream and General Dynamics .

Perform other duties as assigned.This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 231894

Category: Flight Operations

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 10/30/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft

Gulfstream designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft.