Test Pilot Advisor

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.; Nellis Air Force Base Census-Designated Place (NV); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year

Flexible schedules

6% 401k match with immediate vesting

Semi-annual bonus eligibility

Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

Optional Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan

Job summary

A defense technology firm is seeking a Test Pilot Advisor at Nellis AFB, Nevada. The successful candidate will guide all phases of flight testing, providing critical technical expertise on aircraft systems and managing programmatic coordination. Applicants must possess a TS/SCI Security Clearance, and either a Master's with 4+ years or a Bachelor's with 8+ years of experience. The role includes substantial travel and offers excellent benefits, adhering to a core value of putting employees first.

Qualifications

• USAF Test Pilot School Graduate.
• More than 750 hours fighter flight experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and lead flight test planning and execution.
• Provide technical consultation on aircraft systems and performance.
• Direct coordination between engineering, program management, and stakeholders.
• Analyze flight test data to validate performance and identify deficiencies.

Education

Master's Degree with 4+ years of experience

Bachelor's Degree with 8+ years of experience

Tools

TS/SCI Security Clearance

Flight test data analysis

Program management coordination

Job description

MTSI is seeking a Test Pilot Advisor at Nellis AFB, Nevada with a TS/SCI Security Clearance. This role provides critical expertise in the planning, execution, and management of flight tests for a variety of advanced aircraft. The successful candidate will leverage a deep understanding of flight test principles to develop and coordinate comprehensive test plans, guide all phases of flight testing from initial safety reviews to in-flight execution, and serve as an expert as required in a Mission Control Room environment.

The position requires acting as a key technical advisor, providing expert guidance on aircraft systems, flight dynamics, and operational capabilities to engineering and production teams, while also analyzing flight test data to recommend design modifications and ensure all technical and safety requirements are met. The Test Pilot SME will also manage programmatic and technical coordination by collaborating with diverse stakeholders, managing aircraft configuration and scheduling, and preparing detailed reports and briefings to communicate test results, findings, and recommendations to senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and lead all phases of flight test planning and execution to ensure safe and effective evaluation of advanced aircraft.
• Provide critical subject matter expertise and technical consultation on aircraft systems, performance, and operational capabilities to guide engineering and development efforts.
• Direct programmatic and technical coordination between engineering, program management, and external stakeholders to align flight test activities with project goals.
• Analyze and interpret complex flight test data to validate aircraft performance, identify deficiencies, and provide actionable recommendations for system improvements.

Required Certifications / Qualifications

• USAF Test Pilot School Graduate
• More than 750 hours fighter flight experience

Education / Experience

• Master's Degree with 4+ years of experience or Bachelor's Degree with 8+ years of experience

Clearance Required

• TS/SCI with SAP eligible

Travel

Up to once per month, CONUS and OCONUS possible.

Interesting Work

Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.

Values

Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.

Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for

• Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
• Flexible schedules
• 6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually
• Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
• Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
• Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement
• Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
• Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan

Track Record of Success

We have grown every year since our founding in 1993.

MTSI embraces nine core values including our first core value of Employees come first. Consistent with our Core Values, we are committed to Equal Opportunity, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. MTSI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with physical and/or mental disabilities.