Production Test Pilot - Flight Test & Certification Lead

Gulfstream Aerospace; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace in Dallas (GAC DAL) seeks a Production Test Pilot to conduct flight test evaluations of production aircraft, engines and avionics to ensure compliance with design and performance specifications.

Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's in Engineering, 7 years flight experience, FAA ATP/ATPL or the ability to attain, and CFIs; prior Gulfstream experience with GVII and/or G280 is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or technically related field required or equivalent experience.
• 7 years flight experience required.
• Gulfstream experience with GVII and/or G280 is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial flight tests of Gulfstream aircraft and perform acceptance testing of production aircraft to evaluate airframe, engines and avionics for FAA standards.
• Represent Gulfstream on FAA Certificate of Airworthiness flight checks.
• Conduct test flights of customer aircraft after outfitting, modifications, or post-maintenance.
• Evaluate used aircraft for airworthiness and current standards.
• Provide customer pilot training flights as needed and support customer operations.
• Provide ground and flight instruction on new aircraft products and systems.

Skills

CFI

Flight test experience

FAA Class 1 Medical

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Gulfstream Aerospace in Dallas (GAC DAL) seeks a Production Test Pilot to conduct flight test evaluations of production aircraft, engines and avionics to ensure compliance with design and performance specifications.

Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's in Engineering, 7 years flight experience, FAA ATP/ATPL or the ability to attain, and CFIs; prior Gulfstream experience with GVII and/or G280 is preferred.