Collins Aerospace · 2 days ago
Test Pilot, Avionics Engineering (Onsite - KCID)
Cedar Rapids, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$147K/yr - $295K/yr
10+ years expCollins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced solutions for the aerospace and defense industry, seeking an experienced flight test pilot to support the development and certification of its avionics product lines. The role involves planning, executing, and reporting flight test activities, ensuring compliance with regulations, and participating in research and development to enhance product safety and maturity.
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No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Performs the duties of pilot-in-command (PIC) or second-in-command (SIC) on company owned or operated aircraft
Coordinate with other engineering teams to prepare flight test plans and reports necessary to show compliance to applicable requirements
Perform and witness ground/flight tests to verify procedures are followed and valid data is captured
Finds compliance to regulations in accordance with your authorization/discipline
Utilize proper risk management to ensure flights are conducted with acceptable levels of safety and that hazards are identified and either mitigated or eliminated
Participate in research and development activities to advance the maturity and safety of company products
Contributes to the overall operation of the flight test operations department
Remain current and qualified in multiple aircraft as assigned based on project needs
Successfully participate in and apply learning from company-sponsored training
Use your professionalism and sound judgment
Maintain the highest degree of objectivity
Qualification
Required
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience
This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons
Commercial Pilot AMEL with an Instrument Rating
Minimum of 2000 hours TT, 1500 Multi-engine
FAA First-Class Medical certificate
Previous flight experience in a multi-crew turbine aircraft
Ability to travel worldwide without restriction
Knowledge of engineering flight test or FAA Part 23/25 certification
Preferred
Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate with Multi-engine Land
FAA DER/ODA UM Flight Test Pilot credentials (to include Auto Flight Control authority)
Challenger 604 and/or Challenger 350 type rating (with 200 hours in Type)
International operating experience
2000 hours PIC/100 hours in the past 12 months
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
And more!
Company
Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace is an RTX business.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-07-21Acquired
Leadership Team
Brad Haselhorst
Vice President and General Manager, Interior Products
Greg Gernhardt
VP Boeing Programs
Recent News
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