Electra | Test Pilot

Job Description

Electra is seeking an experienced Test Pilot to support the development and piloting of our hybrid electric, blown wing, Ultra Short (eSTOL) aircraft, including both a two-seat prototype and a 9-passenger product. This hands-on role offers a direct impact on the future of aviation and advanced air mobility. Based in Manassas, Virginia, the Test Pilot will join a high-performing flight team dedicated to supplying accurate, repeatable, and cost-effective data to the engineering group. The primary objective is to pilot our experimental technical demonstrator and other products. Additional responsibilities include normal Test Pilot duties related to testing and certification, as well as developing user interfaces, operating procedures, and training. This role will also support the development, certification, and demonstration of STOL test and evaluation.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions:

• Complete experimental flight tests in an Ultra Short take-off and landing aircraft.
• Coordinate with flight test engineering teams to develop test plans, test cards, and test procedures.
• Develop and maintain flight manuals, operations, checklists, and procedures.
• Lead and/or participate in safety of flight and flight readiness review boards.
• Complete all required documentation in accordance with established company and FAA procedures.
• Maintain flying currency and proficiency in multiple different aircraft types.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering or related field.
• Ten (10) or more years of experience as a flight test engineer or test pilot directly related to the flight evaluation of crewed aircraft.

Required Skills:

• Commercial pilot license, single-engine and multi-engine land, with instrument rating.
• FAA Class II Medical - Without limitations.
• Total flight time: 1500 hours in aircraft.
• 100 hours turbine PIC time.
• 1000 hours in the airplane category.
• 100 hours testing experimental aircraft.
• Long course graduate of a recognized test pilot school or five years of equivalent experimental test pilot experience.
• Experience with risk management, including hazard identification and preparing risk assessments.
• Experience with experimental aircraft certification and testing.
• Familiarity with standard flight test processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of the FAA civil certification process.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive delivery of communication and follow-up.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to independently prioritize and accomplish work within time constraints.
• Strong work ethic and ability to independently execute responsibilities.
• Excellent organizational, collaboration, and communication skills; ability to work effectively under pressure and with a team.

Desired Qualifications:

• Master's degree in engineering or related field.
• Experience working with the FAA and familiarization with aircraft, helicopter, or powered lift FAA certification programs.
• Experience supporting the envelope expansion of new model aircraft.
• Formation flying, flight training, and media demonstration experience.
• Experience developing/optimizing simulators/ground control station and training equipment.
• Experience in developing digital flight control systems.
• Experience flight testing rapid prototype aircraft and components.
• Experience working in fast-paced small teams.