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Northrop Grumman Corporation seeks a Staff Test Pilot 5 for its Flight Test Operations in Baltimore, MD. The role involves conducting research and development flight tests, maintaining multiple aircraft proficiencies, and supporting sensor integration efforts. Ideal candidates will have significant flight experience, a relevant degree, and a commitment to innovation.
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Start your future with a new mission, Northrop Grumman Mission Systems. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, located in Baltimore, MD, has an immediate need for a Staff Test Pilot 5 for Flight Test Operations.
This organization provides flight test capabilities for the development, assessment and demonstration of NGC products and systems.
The responsibilities of the Staff Test Pilot 5 include:
Perform research and development flight test in support sensor development intended for a wide variety of applications and in various states of technical maturity.
Maintain currency and proficiency in multiple aircraft types.
Plan and execute flight operations in support of sensor development throughout the National Airspace System to include Special Use Airspace, participation in military exercises, and cooperation with military assets.
Plan and execute test flights to verify analysis in support of aircraft modifications.
Provide technical support and liaison with program teams in support of sensor integration.
Other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications for a level 5:
BS degree with 12 years of professional/military experience - OR - a Master’s degree with 10 years professional/military experience
Pilot graduate (long-course) of a military test pilot school (USNTPS, USAFTPS, ETPS or EPNER)
Minimum three years of test pilot experience in developmental and/or operational flight test
FAA Commercial Multi-Engine Land pilot certificate without a centerline thrust restriction
FAA Second Class Medical
Minimum 1500 hours First Pilot (USN/USMC) or Primary (USAF) flight time in turbojet, turbofan or turboprop aircraft
A current ACTIVE DoD Secret clearance or higher within the past two years with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation
The ability to obtain and maintain Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
US Citizenship Required
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline
FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) rating
Previous experience in aircraft modifications, configuration and control and technical/operational review boards
Familiar with government flight test organizations, ranges, and processes
Technically and operationally familiar with airborne radar systems
FAA type ratings and experience in multi-engine, non-centerline thrust aircraft