Sr. Engineer, IPT - Flight Test Pilot
(Full Time)
Department:
All Openings, Engineering
POSITION SUMMARY:
Support the Flight Operations Lead Engineer and the overall product development Integrated Product Team (IPT) in support of aircraft development, company, and certification flight tests. This position will entail the preparation of flight test cards, participation in pre/post flight briefings, execution of test flights and documentation of test results. Preparation of Flight Test Plans, Type Inspection Authorizations (TIA), Type Inspection Reports (TIR), and Pilot Operating Handbooks (POH).
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Act as pilot-in-command for Piper experimental test operations aircraft during the conduct of flight test activities related to the development and certification of Piper products
Coordinate project specific flight and ground crew logistics including pre-flight briefings, post-flight briefings, duty day restrictions, travel, transportation, and, especially, test hazard mitigation requirements
Conduct research, development and certification flight tests, to assure test aircraft comply with company requirements and/or applicable Civil and Federal Aviation Regulations (CAR and FAR).
Create, revise, review, and approve technical and compliance documents subject to the Piper ODA
Prepare Pilot Operating Handbooks (POH) and Flight Manuals.
Support the Piper safety management system and participate in related activities
Liaise with other departments as the Experimental Flight Test subject matter expert
Mentor less experienced flight test pilots
Complete required initial and recurrent safety training
Participate in general IPT project meetings as required during the development of a specific project
Support the IPT, as required, in the preparation of material for presentation at design and program reviews
Perform other related duties as required
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
May be required to supervise, train and assist other flight test personnel
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in the following section are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Candidate must qualify for an FAA 2nd Class Medical.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Required:
Requires a Bachelors Degree in a Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering discipline, with continued advanced training in Flight Test Engineering
10 - 15 years of flight test experience with a minimum of 5 years as an active flight test pilot with experience related to Stability and Control, Performance, Avionics, Mechanical Systems, and or, Powerplant Systems
FAA certificates/ratings (commercial pilot license, multi-engine and instrument ratings), and comprehensive knowledge of aircraft design, testing and certification are necessary to perform the duties of this position
Familiarity with 14CFR Part 23 regulations and associated guidance material
Preferred:
Strong preference for candidates with documented CFR Part 23 or Part 25 experience as a DER or ODA UM
Experience as an ODA Unit Member (Test Pilot and/or Flight Analyst)
Consulting DER Appointment (Test Pilot and/or Flight Analyst)
Candidate must be able to qualify for ODA test pilot appointment within one year of employment with the Company
Test Pilot School Graduate
Graduate degree in engineering or related field preferred
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
The employee must possess the ability to communicate effectively with all internal and external customers in both written and oral form
Piper Aircraft Health Plan Overview:
Core Health Benefits:
Medical
Vision
Piper Provided Benefits (Basic):
Basic Life
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Voluntary Benefits:
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA & DCA)
Long-Term Disability (LTD Buy- Up)
Trustmark Voluntary Plans:
Accident Plan
Preferred Legal Plan
Piper Aircraft Time Off:
16 days of PTO (Paid Time Off)
11 Holidays
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