Experimental Test Pilot | Gulfstream G550

Position Summary

The Experimental Test Pilot operates the G550 special-mission sensor aircraft on experimental and engineering test flights and operational-support missions for Department of War (defense) programs. This Other-category flight-test role supports worldwide deployments and requires maintaining recall availability.

Schedule

• 5x8 schedule, Monday through Friday.
• On-call status; subject to two-hour recall.
• Up to 50% worldwide travel annually (deployments typically 10–14 days, occasionally 30+).

Responsibilities

• Operate the G550 aircraft as Co-Captain on experimental/engineering test flights.
• Conduct training and operate per FAA regulations and DCMA 8210.1-D requirements.
• Maintain professional standards and worldwide mission-support availability.
• Remain on two-hour recall status.

Requirements

• Armed Forces Test Pilot School graduate.
• Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate.
• 1,500 hours PC/PIC time, including 100 hours as PC/PIC during engineering flights.
• Valid First Class FAA Medical Certificate.
• TS/SCI security clearance eligibility.
• U.S. citizenship.
• One of: bachelor's degree + 12 years relevant experience; graduate degree + 10 years; or 16 years without a degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• C-37 / G550 flight-test experience.
• PE and FE certifications.
• Multi-engine jet FAA type rating.
• Clean aviation/FAA record.
• Valid driver's license.
• MS Office proficiency.

Benefits

• Not Specified.

Compensation

• Not Specified.