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Scaled Composites, LLC · 4 months ago

Test Pilot

Mojave, CA, US

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$200K/yr - $299K/yr

Scaled Composites is a fast-paced aerospace research company located in Mojave, CA. We are known for crafting-of-a-kind, proof-of-concept, and record-setting aircraft. The Test Pilot will provide technical support for experimental and developmental aircraft, writing detailed flight test plans and leading test events.

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No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Piloting multiple experimental aircraft as well as chase, pace, photo, and target aircraft

Writing detailed flight test plans, test cards, flight reports, and final test reports

Leading / participating in system design and reviews as Project Pilot, in alignment with your prior engineering experience

Develop test strategies, test plans and test procedures for aircraft and components, given system requirements

Leading and/or participating in ground and flight test events as Test Pilot, Test Crew Member, or Test Conductor

Authoring and/or updating Pilot Operating Handbooks to include development of normal and emergency procedures

Participating in preflight and post flight briefings; and documenting test results

Maintaining flying currency and proficiency in multiple different aircraft types

Qualification

FAA Commercial Pilot LicenseTest Pilot School GraduateFlight Test ExperienceDegree in EngineeringFAA Class II Medical CertificateAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime Management SkillsTeamwork Skills

Required

FAA Commercial Single and Multi‐Engine Land pilots license with Instrument Rating; additional ratings and Type Ratings, including CFI S/MEL and CFII, highly preferred

FAA high altitude endorsement or equivalent military training

Ability to obtain and maintain a FAA Class II medical certificate

Minimum of 1000+ hours total PIC flight time, to include recip and turbine time

Full course test pilot school graduate or equivalent training and experience

Minimum of 250+ hours, or 30 test sorties, of actual developmental and/or experimental flight test time documented

Bachelor's degree in engineering (aeronautical/mechanical/electrical preferred) or similar technical foundation to support aircraft design and construction

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret security clearance and program access

Military TPS Graduate, highly preferred

Knowledgeable of Federal Aviation Regulations for flight operations and aircraft certification

Great verbal and written communication skills

Great interpersonal and customer service skills

Great sales and customer service skills

Great organizational skills and attention to detail

Great time management skills with a proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with emphasis on engineering disciplines

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software with the ability to learn new software, as required

Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment

Ability to work autonomously, as well as in a team setting

Ability to travel occasionally on project aircraft trips

Must have the ability to work in cramped, confined cockpit environments in both hot and cold environments for up to 8 hours with limited movement

Able to operate cockpit flight controls with center stick, yoke and side stick

Able to push rudder up to 150 lbs., elevator forces up to 150 lbs., and aileron forces up to 90 lbs

Must be able to enter and exit cockpit areas up to 4 feet off the ground

Must be able to work in a high stress environment when required

Occasional lifting up to 50+ lbs, with assistance

Standing 60% of the day

Required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment for an assigned task

Occasional work with composite materials such as epoxy resin systems, fiberglass, carbon fiber, and foam/core products. Will also work closely with chemicals, such as acetone and alcohol

May infrequently require lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling materials weighing up to 30 pounds

Manual dexterity and coordination are required; repetitive hand motion (e.g., to operate a computer keyboard)

Work on varied work surfaces/environments, including but not limited to working in a busy shop environment, cold room, or in/on aircraft structures including raised platforms including but not limited to ladders, scaffolding, and stairs

Work may be performed inside or outside of buildings. May be exposed to changing weather conditions (i.e. article or aircraft testing operations)

Must be able to pass and maintain ‘pass' status on OSHA-approved Pulmonary Fitness Test (PFT) in order to wear a respirator for prolonged periods of time

Vision at close distances and the ability to adjust focus for prolonged periods (i.e., computer screen)

Ability to remain sedentary or stationary for prolonged periods of time

Ability to write for extended periods of time

Ability to work in an office setting for prolonged periods of time

May be asked to carry up to 20 lbs. up and down a flight of stairs on a regular basis such as files, books, office equipment, etc

Occasionally reaching overhead and lifting up to 15 pounds

Ability to converse and communicate information with others

Occasional exposure to chemical vapors and/or fumes in low non-hazardous concentration

Potential to climb up and down steps daily

Must have sufficient agility to work in the interior of an aircraft structure. Will need to bend, stoop, squat, and/or kneel to occasionally work in cramped, tiring, and uncomfortable positions

Must be able to read and understand SDS

Preferred

Military TPS Graduate, highly preferred

Benefits

100% Paid Benefits

401k Matching

Company

Scaled Composites, LLC

Scaled Composites, LLC is an aerospace and specialty composites development company located in Mojave, California (about 80 miles north of Los Angeles).

Founded in 1982