Experimental Test Pilot in Savannah, GA
Unique Skills:
See Experience/Education Requirements.
Experience/Education:
- Bachelors degree in Engineering or technically related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
-Ten (10) years progressively responsible experience in flight operations and flight test to include
-at least three (3) years progressively responsible management and/or supervisory experience in the aerospace industry.
- See Other Requirements.
Position Purpose:
Under general direction of the Chief Test Pilot, act as the project pilot for new and existing product development projects.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
1) Provide the Flight Operations interface to Design Engineering in the development of new technology for new and existing airplanes.
2) As project test pilot, conduct developmental, engineering, and experimental test flights in support of new and ongoing flight test projects. Debrief engineering personnel and supplier engineering personnel on ground and flight test results and personal observations. Report these results and observations in a concise, written Flight Test Report on a timely basis for distribution to the highest levels in management and engineering departments. Discuss problem areas with both GAC and supplier engineers to assist them in design or redesign of equipment being tested. Conduct engineering meetings to assess progress of new and ongoing programs involving the issues involved to bring the new technology to the appropriate level for certification.
3) Represent GAC in meetings with FAA, JAA, and EASA representatives in all matter regarding the certification of the new technology.
4) Review and critique developmental and certification test plans to assure that the means of compliance for certification are assured and met.
5) Conduct certification test flights with the certifying authorities in a manner consistent with the test plans and assure success for the program.
6) Assist in the completion of the certification test reports to assure that the required test points demonstrate compliance with the regulations.
7) Assist the Senior Experimental Test Pilot in developmental training sessions with junior pilots in their progression towards advancement within the department.
8) Provide interface with Engineering, Marketing and Technical Operations to ensure a smooth transition from certification to Entry-Into-Service for all new products.
9) Provide ground and flight instruction to company and customer flight crews on operations of new aircraft products, new installed systems, and new or upgraded appliances.
10) Perform other duties as assigned.
Other Requirements:
1) FAA ATP rating to include GIV and/or GV type ratings.
2) Effective verbal and written skills required.
3) Graduate of a recognized Test Pilot School or Significant Equivalent Experience in Military Flight Test.
4) FAA Airline Transport Pilot license.
5) FAA Flight Instructor certificate (desired).
Additional Information
Requisition Number
31411
Category
Flight Operations
Percentage of Travel
26-50