Akima

Maint Test Pilot, Rotary Wing

Akima$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
15+ years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Qualified in MH-47G aircraft as Maintenance Test Pilot (MTP).
  • 1,000 hours Pilot-in-Command time required.
  • 100 hours in specific MDS or similar aircraft needed.
  • 50 hours logged during maintenance test flights on MH-47G.
  • Graduate of the AMOC II course mandatory.
  • Valid Agency or FAA Second Class Medical Certificate required.
  • Possess an instrument rating on FAA Commercial Certificates.
  • U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Active Secret Clearance required.

Responsibilities

  • Fly assigned MH-47G helicopters for maintenance tests.
  • Demonstrate annual instrument task proficiency.
  • Complete initial and annual FAA second class flight physicals.
  • Undergo annual evaluations by qualified instructor pilots and evaluators.
  • Accomplish all tasks outlined in the Aircrew Training Manual (ATM).
  • Maintain a current FAA Medical Certificate and instrument rating.
  • Travel within the U.S. for aircraft maintenance support.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package offered.
  • Competitive pay and excellent retirement options.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Supportive work environment focused on innovation and diversity.
  • Meaningful work that contributes to the Alaska Native community.
Full Job Description
This position is a Maintenance Test Pilot for the MH-47G helicopter. Duties include but are not limited to MTF (Maintenance Test Flight), FTF (Functional Test Flight), and MOC (Maintenance Operational Checks) on customer MH-47G series aircraft. The Maintenance Test Pilot (MTP) shall perform testing, including the use of ground and in-flight diagnostic test equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Proficient in flying operations of assigned rotary wing helicopters.
  • Demonstrate instrument task proficiency on the annual flight evaluation conducted by flight detachment Evaluators.
  • Complete an initial, and annually thereafter, FAA second class flight physical.
  • Undergo an annual flight evaluation conducted by both an Instructor Pilot (IP) and Maintenance Test Flight Evaluator (MTFE), qualified in Mission, Type, and Design Series (MDS).
  • Ensure that all Aircrew Training Manual (ATM) tasks required for assigned flight duties are accomplished (i.e., non-tactical base tasks).
  • Maintain a current, valid Agency or Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Second Class Medical Certificate and Maintain an instrument rating on their FAA Commercial Certificates.
  • Maintenance Test Pilot must hold an instrument rating on their FAA Commercial Certificates; and are evaluated I/A/W the appropriate ATM.

Qualifications

  • The Maintenance Test Pilot (MTP) must be qualified in the MDS aircraft.
  • The MTP must have no less than 1,000 hours of Pilot-in-Command time.
  • The Pilot-in-Command time must include a minimum of 100 hours in the specific MDS/similar aircraft.
  • A minimum of 50-hours must be logged during maintenance test flights on MH-47G aircraft.
  • The MTP must be a graduate of the AMOC II course.
  • Maintenance test pilots must be capable of passing a valid Agency or FAA Second Class Medical Certificate.
  • Maintenance test pilots shall possess an instrument rating on their FAA Commercial Certificates.
  • Must be willing to travel (US travel) in support of aircraft maintenance. Travel could be up to 2 weeks per trip.
  • Must have the ability to obtain an Active Secret Clearance (Interim Secret Clearance Required to Start).
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.

Job ID

2025-19788
Work Type

On-Site

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