Job Information
Textron Flight Test Pilot in Wichita, Kansas
Flight Test Pilot
Description
JOB SUMMARY:
Conduct assigned flight testing and support Engineering with the development, certification, and entry into service of new or modified airplanes.Some travel required.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Participate in technical discussions regarding the design of airplanes, systems and installed equipment to ensure that certification requirements and customer expectations are met.
Participate in the definition, scheduling, and planning of flight tests for development and certification of products.
Conduct flight testing for the purposes of developing products that meet customer expectations and demonstrating compliance to certification requirements.
Report on the results of flight testing and coordinate with appropriate groups to resolve deficiencies in the product.
Review and approve test plans, reports and other documents related to the conduct of flight testing.
Provide management with ideas and input regarding continuous improvements to products and processes.
Support other Textron Aviation Flight Departments as needed.
Adhere to and support Flight Operations policies, procedures, guidelines and responsibilities.
Communicate with and ensure department personnel are aware of noteworthy issues.
Maintains safety as the prime consideration for all operations at all times.
Qualifications
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s Degree required in: Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or other technical degree
FAA Commercial Single and Multi-engine rating required
2,500 hours total time required
500 hours multi-engine required
1000 PIC
Minimum 5 years of engineering, flight test, pilot, or reflective technical experience required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to obtain a valid US Passport required
Ability to support off-site travel to conduct development and certification flight testing
Excellent written and verbal communication
FAA First Class Medical required or ability to obtain First Class Medical
Preferred candidates will have UM/DER FAA status, or are interested in achieving
EEO Statement
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job: Flight Operations
Primary Location: US-Kansas-Wichita
Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Shift: First Shift
Req ID: 313646