FLIGHT TEST PILOT
Wichita, KS
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Recruiting Company:
Textron Aviation
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Job Function:
Individual Contributor
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Job Type:
Flight Operations
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Reqid:
319780
FLIGHT TEST PILOT
Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.
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.
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Participate in the definition, scheduling, and planning of flight tests for development and certification of products.
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Conduct flight testing for the purposes of developing products that meet customer expectations and demonstrating compliance to certification requirements.
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Report on the results of flight testing and coordinate with appropriate groups to resolve deficiencies in the product.
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Review and approve test plans, reports and other documents related to the conduct of flight testing.
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Provide management with ideas and input regarding continuous improvements to products and processes.
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Support other Textron Aviation Flight Departments as needed.
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Adhere to and support Flight Operations policies, procedures, guidelines, and responsibilities.
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Communicate with and ensure department personnel are aware of noteworthy issues.
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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
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FAA Commercial Single and Multi-engine rating required
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2,500 hours total pilot time
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500 hours multi-engine
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1000 PIC
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Minimum 2 years of engineering, flight test, pilot, or reflective technical experience required.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Ability to obtain a valid US Passport required
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Ability to support off-site travel to conduct development and certification flight testing
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Excellent written and verbal communication
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FAA First Class Medical required or ability to obtain First Class Medical
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Preferred candidates will have UM/DER FAA status or are interested in achieving.
Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S. export control laws. If a position requires access to information controlled under U.S. regulations applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.
KANSAS TAX CREDIT
Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.
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.