Senior Flight Test Pilot & Certification Lead

Garmin Ltd.; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefit program

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a full-time Flight Test Pilot 3 in Salem, OR. As the Pilot in Command for experimental aircraft, you'll draft test plans, identify project issues, and resolve certification challenges. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 5+ years of experience, and a Commercial Pilot Certificate are essential. You will leverage your skills for effective communication and problem-solving in this critical role. This position offers participation in Garmin's comprehensive benefit program.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in flight testing.
• Demonstrates proficient use of advanced engineering and flight test tools.
• Minimum 1,500 hours total flight time with 200 Flight Test Hours.

Responsibilities

• Acts as Pilot in Command for experimental aircraft.
• Drafts ground/flight test plans for complex test programs.
• Analyzes data to assist with development of systems.

Skills

Advanced engineering tools

Flight test tools

Effective communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Commercial Pilot Certificate

2nd Class FAA Medical Certificate

Job description

A leading technology company is seeking a full-time Flight Test Pilot 3 in Salem, OR. As the Pilot in Command for experimental aircraft, you'll draft test plans, identify project issues, and resolve certification challenges. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 5+ years of experience, and a Commercial Pilot Certificate are essential. You will leverage your skills for effective communication and problem-solving in this critical role. This position offers participation in Garmin's comprehensive benefit program.