Research Pilot & Aviation Safety Leader

NASA International; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

NASA International seeks a Research Pilot/Aviation Safety Officer to pilot aircraft used in research, development, flight training, and test programs. You will assume the role of Aviation Safety Officer and Deputy Chief, overseeing safe flight operations and maintenance of a 26-aircraft fleet and 60+ aircrew.

Qualified candidates possess FAA/armed services certification with instrument rating and flight instructor credentials, plus substantial flight hours and safety management experience.

Qualifications

• A current FAA commercial pilot's license with an instrument rating OR a pilot and instrument rating from the armed services AND a flight instructor certification from the armed services.
• 1,500 hours of flight time as PIC or co-pilot; 250 hours PIC in fixed wing; 75 hours night flying; 100 hours in the last 12 months.
• Specialized experience in Aviation Safety Management Systems and evaluating safety hazards during missions or investigations.
• Desired: military instructor pilot in an ejection seat aircraft and FAA ATP certificate.
• Minimum 500 hours of teaching flight time directly related to the area of instruction and aircraft category.

Responsibilities

• Pilot aircraft used in research, development, flight training and test programs.
• Assume role of Aviation Safety Officer and Deputy Chief, Aviation Safety Office, responsible for safe flight operations and maintenance of 26 aircraft across five types and 60+ aircrew.

Skills

Aviation safety management

Flight operations

Safety hazard assessment

Instructional flight experience

Job description

NASA International seeks a Research Pilot/Aviation Safety Officer to pilot aircraft used in research, development, flight training, and test programs. You will assume the role of Aviation Safety Officer and Deputy Chief, overseeing safe flight operations and maintenance of a 26-aircraft fleet and 60+ aircrew.

Qualified candidates possess FAA/armed services certification with instrument rating and flight instructor credentials, plus substantial flight hours and safety management experience.