All,

I'm trying to break into flight test engineering after a 20-year career as an AF pilot. But I seem to be caught in the paradox of "can't get a job without experience, can't get experience without a job." I have an aerospace engineering degree and experience as a Functional Check Pilot, but since I have no experience in industry to point to, my resumé doesn't appear to interest corporate recruiters for even the most entry-level positions.

Any suggestions on how to frame my experience in a way that'll pique their interest?