Experimental Flight Test Pilot | Helicopter

Position Summary

The Experimental Flight Test Pilot serves as PIC for development, research, and certification testing of experimental rotorcraft and associated systems. The pilot supports complex aircraft development through disciplined test planning, safe execution, technical analysis, risk management, and collaboration with engineering and certification teams.

Schedule

• Full-time.
• Day shift.
• Irregular hours and periodic travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as PIC for development, research, and certification flight testing of experimental rotorcraft.
• Develop flight-test plans, test cards, flight reports, and test reports.
• Lead or participate in ground and flight tests as pilot, test crewmember, or Test Conductor.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop test strategies and configurations.
• Participate in design reviews and resolution of cross-functional technical issues.
• Participate in flight-test safety reviews, briefings, and readiness reviews.
• Interface with FAA, EASA, TCCA, and other regulatory flight-test personnel.
• Maintain required records and verify compliance with applicable procedures.
• Maintain flying currency and proficiency across multiple aircraft types.

Requirements

• Commercial Pilot Certificate (CPL) – Helicopter.
• Second Class Medical.
• 1,000 Helicopter PIC.
• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in multiple makes and models of rotorcraft.
• Significant aviation risk and safety management experience.
• Ability to work irregular hours and travel periodically.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate of a SETP-recognized Test Pilot School long course.
• Development and certification flight-test experience.
• DER and/or ODA experience.
• Production test pilot or maintenance pilot experience.
• Master's degree in engineering.
• Helicopter Instructor Pilot Certificate and experience.
• Flight-control development experience.
• Flight-test risk and safety management experience.

Benefits

• Not Specified.