High-Performance Experimental Test Pilot (Senior)

High-Performance Experimental Test Pilot (Senior)

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a High-Performance Experimental Test Pilot, on the Air Dominance\Phantom Works, Air Proprietary 1 (AP1) Program in Berkeley, MO (St. Louis, MO surrounding area).  In this role, you will work alongside a high-performing, cross-functional team focused on developing next-generation, state-of-the-art capabilities for Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) programs, including Air Dominance and Phantom Works, among others.

The primary responsibility of the selected candidate will be to support advanced aircraft development. This involves integrating into multidisciplinary teams aimed at addressing warfighter needs by applying human engineering principles. You will also be responsible for planning and executing ground tests, flight tests, and maintenance test flights for experimental, prototype, and production aircraft. Your tasks will include developing and coordinating flight test plans, procedures, and techniques to achieve qualification or certification while meeting test plan objectives.

In addition, you will write technical and flight reports, contributing to the development and modification of flight manuals and related documentation. Your role will require evaluating data and providing recommendations on operational techniques, aircraft handling characteristics, systems operation, and design enhancements. You will prepare flight test reports that address aircraft engineering and operational challenges, as well as any deficiencies.

You will also assess flight data, including system performance, aircraft handling, and equipment functionality, and participate in aircraft and aircraft system design to recommend changes based on operational considerations. Your responsibilities will include collaborating on marketing, evaluation, and demonstration activities for customers, which will involve conducting familiarization, demonstration, and training flights.

It is crucial to ensure that all flight activities adhere to regulatory standards and company policies and procedures. You will work closely with government representatives and aircraft operational customers to address any issues that may arise.

Please be aware that this position requires proof of an FAA Second Class Medical certificate and the appropriate FAA Airmen certificate before starting.

Restriction: Appropriate regulatory certification and/or license required.  Entry into this classification is limited to candidates approved by the enterprise-wide Flight Operations Skills Team.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Senior Level (4 & 5) High-Performance Experimental Test Pilots.

Position Responsibilities:

• Supports engineering of advanced aircraft

• Plans and conducts engineering and experimental test flights

• Serves as Pilot-In-Command for advanced aircraft

• Evaluates aircraft for configuration performance and handling qualities changes

• Facilitates the Boeing Safety Management System, including test safety processes

• Coordinates with engineering, manufacturing and airworthiness personnel on certification efforts to ensure design integrity 

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, physical sciences, or chemistry

• Commercial Certificate or FAA ATP with appropriate endorsements or military equivalent

• Current FAA Class II medical certificate or the ability to obtain one

• 1,000 flight hours as Pilot in Command of turbine powered jet aircraft

• Test Pilot School (TPS) Graduate

• Experimental flight test experience in 5th Generation Fighter aircraft or 6th Generation Fighter development experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Level 5: 10 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Master’s Degree or higher in Engineering

• Experimental flight test experience in the F-22A

• 10+ years of experimental flight test experience or related activities 

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pilot Records Database:

All pilots will be screened through the current pilot records database process.

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