Senior T-7A Experimental Test Pilot

Boeing•Berkeley, MO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Boeing Test and Evaluation is searching for an Experimental Test Pilot to take the role of Senior T-7A Experimental Test Pilot and join our team in Berkeley, MO. In this role you will join a team of highly talented test pilots in support of T-7A flight test and production in multiple locations. Boeing is the world's largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial airplanes and defense, space and security systems. We are engineers and technicians. Skilled scientists and thinkers. Bold innovators and dreamers. Join us, and you can build something better for yourself, for our customers and for the world.

Requirements

This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
Graduate of a recognized Test Pilot School
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Commercial Pilot Certificate specific to Single Engine Land and Instrument Airplane
Current FAA Class II medical certificate
1,500 hours first-pilot time in tactical fighter/trainer aircraft
100+ flight hours as first pilot during experimental, engineering, operational and/or acceptance flight tests
Military Flight Test experience
FAA ATP or Commercial certificate with Instrument and SEL rating

Nice To Haves

FAA Commercial pilot’s certificate MEL, C/L Thrust Limitation removed, or ATP
Instructor Pilot rating in tactical fighter/trainer aircraft
Previous qualification in aircraft with advanced fly-by-wire control systems
Developmental flight test experience in tactical aircraft
Able to communicate complex flight test concepts and ideas in written form and/or orally

Responsibilities

Requirements development, subject matter expert on all performance aspects of aircraft design, PVI development and assessment, subject matter expert on mission system capabilities and operation, subject matter expert for flight test activities to include operating limitations development, safety planning, flight test planning, test card development, test execution and reporting
Plans and executes ground tests and flight tests for experimental, prototype, and production aircraft to determine system functionality, handling qualities and high angle of attack performance, flutter tests, loads tests, structural integrity, and performance of flight control systems, vehicle management systems, mission systems, and weapon systems
Develops and coordinates flight test plans, procedures and techniques to achieve qualification or certification and meets test plan objectives
Writes technical reports and flight reports and provides input for developing and modifying flight manuals and related documents
Evaluates data and provides recommendations regarding operational techniques, aircraft handling characteristics, systems operations and design improvements
Evaluates flight data (e.g., system performance, aircraft handling, equipment function) and participates in aircraft and aircraft system design to recommend changes to design based on operational considerations
Collaborates on marketing, evaluation, and demonstration activities for customers
Assures flight activities comply with regulatory standards and company policies and procedures
Works with government representatives and customers to resolve issues