Flight Operations - Pilot in Command
About The Position
This position is Pilot in Command (PIC) for 747 flight operations. PIC or ability to obtain PIC in 747 aircraft is required. Additional responsibilities include: mission planning and airworthiness discussions; testing and implementing process improvements; readiness meetings; relying on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals; performing a variety of complicated tasks. Who You Are and What You Need: Knowledge and proficient understanding of DoD and FAA aviation rules and procedures Knowledge and understanding of the theory of flight, air navigation, meteorology, FAA and ICAO directives/instructions, aircraft operating procedures, and flight operations FAA commercial instrument or ATP certificate 747-4 and 747-8 type ratings Valid FAA proficiency check completed within the last 2 years, including type rating if required Meet recency of experience requirements per 14 CFR 61.57 Valid FAA Class II medical Government-issued photo ID Minimum of 10 years of experience as an active pilot crewmember with aircrew instructor/evaluator qualifications and prior operations experience in heavy jet aircraft Familiarity with USAF operational/test instructions, FAA policies/regulations, and mission planning software Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word
Requirements
- Knowledge and proficient understanding of DoD and FAA aviation rules and procedures
- Knowledge and understanding of the theory of flight, air navigation, meteorology, FAA and ICAO directives/instructions, aircraft operating procedures, and flight operations
- FAA commercial instrument or ATP certificate
- 747-4 and 747-8 type ratings
- Valid FAA proficiency check completed within the last 2 years, including type rating if required
- Meet recency of experience requirements per 14 CFR 61.57
- Valid FAA Class II medical
- Government-issued photo ID
- Minimum of 10 years of experience as an active pilot crewmember with aircrew instructor/evaluator qualifications and prior operations experience in heavy jet aircraft
- Familiarity with USAF operational/test instructions, FAA policies/regulations, and mission planning software
- Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word
Responsibilities
- Provide PIC flight support for all aspects of 747 flight and ground operations including flight planning meetings, preflight inspections, flight testing, ground testing, offsite trouble shooting and product employment considerations
- Conduct flight test and evaluations
- Conduct ferry flights under FAA Special Flight Permits
- PIC for flight operations in 747 aircraft at various locations
- Support remote working meetings in connection with flight operations and execution
- Maintain FAA ratings and recency of experience requirements for 747 PIC
- Provide technical support to aircraft programs
- Collect, analyze, and track aircraft Quality Performance Indicators and make recommendations to Program Managers to improve aircraft reliability and maintainability
- Other duties as required
Benefits
- 401k Plan with a company contribution; fully vested immediately
- Employee Assistance Program
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