Test Pilot

Airbus•Mobile, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Airbus Commercial Aircraft is hiring a Test Pilot for its Engineering department in Mobile, Alabama. The role is responsible for the proper execution of ground and flight tests on A220 and A320 production aircraft. The Test Pilot is responsible for the entire flight, approves flight conditions under delegated authority, and ensures compliance with the authorized flight test plan and aircraft limitations. The role also involves post-flight technical debriefs, coordination with Engineering to resolve faults and observations, and ensuring ground and in-flight arrangements support safe, efficient flight operations. The Test Pilot engages with customers during aircraft delivery and communicates Airbus’s approved positions on industry issues and flight-test matters. Other duties may include assisting training departments, conducting external flights, supporting other Flight Test centers, and attending or presenting at conferences. The role is onsite in Mobile and may require international travel, flexible and extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Graduate of an EASA-recognized flight test school, such as ETPS, EPNER, USNTPS, USAFTPS, NTPS, or ITPS.
At least 3,000 total flight hours.
More than 1,000 hours of flight-test pilot experience.
Current multi-pilot instrument rating.
ICAO ATPL eligible for conversion to an EASA ATPL.
ICAO English Level 5.
Recent Fly-By-Wire (FBW) experience.
Refined communication skills to resolve problems, facilitate consensus, and focus on objectives.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Dependable, self-motivated, and accessible.
Ability to travel unaccompanied to international destinations for approximately three months.
Ability to work flexible and extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required within the Airbus Flight Operations Manual.
Authorized to work in the United States.
Ability to meet the described physical requirements, including carrying and lifting items up to 30 pounds, and to use required personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

Ensure proper execution of ground and flight tests on A220 and A320 production aircraft.
Take responsibility for the entire flight, including signing the flight order prepared and co-signed by the L-FTE.
Approve flight conditions under DOA privilege and by delegation of the HO Flight Test, in accordance with Airbus procedures.
Strictly adhere to the authorized flight test plan; concur with permitted in-flight modifications and retain the right to delete unsuitable items from the flight order.
Attend post-flight technical debriefs and liaise with Engineering staff to expedite resolution of faults or observations found during approved test flights.
Ensure all ground and in-flight arrangements for safe and efficient flight conduct, including briefings in coordination with the I-FTE and dispatch.
Engage with customers during the delivery process and communicate Airbus’s approved positions on major industry issues and flight-test matters.
As needed, assist Training Departments, conduct external flights, provide short-term assistance to other Flight Test centers, and attend or present at conferences.

Benefits

Competitive base salary and incentive compensation, which may include profit-sharing schemes.
Retirement savings plan and ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Paid time off, including personal time and holidays.
Paid parental leave program.
Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and supplemental insurance coverage.
Upskilling and development opportunities through Airbus Leadership University, including access to more than 10,000 e-learning courses, certifications, career-path development, accelerated development programs, and national and international mobility.

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