T-6 Instructor Pilot - Part-time/Variable

Modern Technology Solutions Inc•Edwards AFB, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a T-6 Instructor Pilot, Part-time/Variable to support our team at Edwards AFB, CA. The role involves serving as Pilot-In-Command on various aircraft platforms, including the T-6, planning and conducting chase, ferry, and support missions, and creating operational documentation. Ensuring safety of flight and maintaining positive communication with external agencies are key aspects of this position.

Requirements

Graduate of a military Test Pilot School (TPS) OR could obtain a Non-TPS Approval per DCMA 8210.1D.
Previous experience acting as a T-6 Instructor Pilot.
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
Job requires FAA commercial and flight instructor certificates (SE Land) with the appropriate endorsements.
Minimum of FAA Class II medical certificate.
1,500 hours total flight time.
Maturity and professionalism to interface with a team of discipline engineers in Mission Control Room.
Work well in either a team environment or independently.
Position requires willingness to accept changing and evolving roles & responsibilities in support of customers’ requirements and needs.

Nice To Haves

Multi-engine, instrument, and/or ATP FAA pilot ratings.
Minimum of 100 flight hours in turbine/turboprop aircraft.

Responsibilities

Functions as Pilot-in-Command and supervises all flight air crew members.
Performs aircrew duties per aircraft flight manuals.
Communicates flight details and conducts pre- and post-flight briefings.
Verifies weight & balance specifications and determines adequate aircraft performance.
Performs as a member of an integrated team to ensure safe and efficient operation of aircraft.
Plans and conducts inflight pilot duties of production aircraft, directing and executing required maneuvers.
Validates aircraft operation and configuration to meet approved production flight test requirements.
Performs instructor pilot duties, instructing pilots during upgrade, recurrent and transition training, and TPS Qual Evaluations.
Must have the ability and willingness to work with irregular hours and workdays.