Textron Systems' Airborne Tactical Advantage Company (ATAC) is seeking a skilled Fighter Pilot to support U.S. Air Force training and readiness missions at Luke AFB, Arizona. This role involves flying the Dassault Mirage F1 to provide adversary aggressor services and tactical flight training for U.S. military aircrews.
About the Role
The Fighter Pilot will operate the ATAC fighter aircraft, specifically the Dassault Mirage F1, to simulate adversary threats for U.S. Air Force training exercises. Responsibilities include flying in support of 5th Generation Fighter operational and conversion syllabus training, participating in large force employment missions, and conducting flight operations from Luke AFB or deployed locations as required. The role demands adherence to strict training rules, pre-briefed maneuvering restrictions, and active participation in pre-flight and post-flight briefings and debriefings, including the collection and dissemination of lessons learned. Additional duties may include supporting program management functions such as pilot scheduling, training, standards, safety, or evaluation.
Requirements
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Previously DoD Tactically Trained Fighter Pilot.
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Previously qualified 4-Ship/Division Flight Lead.
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Minimum 700 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) in any fixed-wing DoD-owned/operated fighter aircraft.
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Minimum 100 hours PIC at night.
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Logged 100 hours PIC time in the past 12 months.
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Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
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FAA Commercial or ATP with Airplane Single Engine Land privileges.
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Secret Security Clearance.
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US Citizenship is required.
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Minimum 1200 hours total PIC of a tactical military aircraft.
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Current in a tactical fighter aircraft within the last 5 years.
Qualifications
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USAF WIC graduate.
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USAF adversary qualification.
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USNFWS/NAWDC/TOPGUN graduate.
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TPS graduate.
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DoD military Instructor Pilot qualification.
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Mission Commander qualification.
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Military or Civilian Flight Examiner qualification.
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Functional Check Flight Pilot qualification.
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NVG Instructor, CRM Instructor.
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FAA CFI(I) Certificate.
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Familiarity with DoD Commercial Air Services industry.
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FAA Authorized Experimental Aircraft (AEA) privileges.
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DoD Safety School or Board President Course graduate.
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Squadron Command experience.
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Active fighter flying experience.