Experimental Test Pilot | Rotorcraft Helicopter

Position Summary

The Experimental Test Pilot supports specialized experimental and developmental flight-test operations, serving as the connection between engineering objectives and real-world aircraft performance. This position conducts rotorcraft flight testing while applying strong aviation fundamentals, risk management, regulatory compliance, and technical communication to support aircraft development programs.

Schedule

• Full-time.

Responsibilities

• Execute experimental flight tests in rotorcraft helicopters.
• Partner with Flight Test Engineers to translate high-level requirements into executable flight-test strategies.
• Develop test plans, test cards, procedures, and other flight-test documentation.
• Develop and maintain flight manuals, operational procedures, and checklists.
• Lead and participate in safety-of-flight and flight-readiness review boards.
• Complete flight-test documentation in accordance with FAA standards.
• Maintain proficiency across multiple aircraft platforms to support evolving test campaigns.

Requirements

• Minimum 1,000 hours PIC in Rotorcraft.
• FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Aerospace Engineering or another engineering discipline.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate of the U.S. Naval Test Pilot School, Empire Test Pilots’ School, or equivalent advanced formal test-pilot course, or 5+ years of direct flight-test experience.
• Minimum three years of test-pilot experience on developmental flight-test programs.
• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Rotorcraft-Helicopter rating.

Benefits

• Stock option plan.
• Heavily subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 20 days of paid time off annually for full-time employees.
• 5 sick days annually.