Senior Test Pilot, Rotorcraft
Core
Senior Test Pilot conducting developmental flight tests for semi-autonomous remote piloted target aircraft (Group 3 fixed wing) to support engineering requirements and system capabilities.
Role type
Senior Test Pilot (RC Aircraft)
Builds
Developmental payloads and autonomous systems for military applications
Domain
Defense / Aeronautics / Remote Piloted Aircraft
Required skills
Group 3 RC Aircraft piloting, Pilot in Command management, safety pilot operations, mission planning, cross-functional communication, electronics troubleshooting, problem-solving
Preferred skills
Instrument rating, developmental test experience, RC experience
Technologies
Futaba RC controller, standard browser, word processing applications
Responsibilities
Prepare mission cards and plan flight missions, act as safety pilot for semi-autonomous target aircraft, perform duties as Pilot in Command, observe and direct crew to maintain safety, cross-communicate with internal and external teams, travel on short notice for operational needs, maintain FAA certifications and training, provide training to coworkers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC