Reliable Robotics Experimental Test Pilot at Reliable Robotics responsible for developing and executing flight test plans for safety-enhancing aviation technology. Collaborate with engineers and pilots to support research and development.
Responsibilities
In your role as Experimental Test Pilot, your primary role will be to collaborate with a team of highly motivated flight test pilots and engineers. You will also be responsible for developing and safely executing flight test plans in support of research and development efforts, and will fly the aircraft in both onboard and remote configurations. You will help ensure that all aspects of experimental flight operations are designed and executed safely and successfully. You will coordinate with Reliable’s Part 135 airline operations to support standardization of pilot procedures across the organization. Throughout the development process, you will be instrumental in the execution of flight tests, data reviews, and proper systems operation.
Basic Success Criteria
FAA Commercial Pilot ASEL with 1500 total flight hours, including at least 500 fixed wing and 500 turbine engine
Bachelor's degree or higher in an engineering or science discipline
Current Second Class FAA Medical Certificate or higher
2+ years of professional experience in flight operations
Graduate of an SETP recognized flight test school or has met qualifications for full membership in SETP via relevant professional experience
Qualification
Recent Caravan or PT6A experienceAirline Transport Pilot certificatedCFII or military flight instructorDeep understanding of FAA 8110
Required
FAA Commercial Pilot ASEL with 1500 total flight hours including 500 fixed wing and 500 turbine engine
Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or science discipline
Current Second Class FAA Medical Certificate or higher
2+ years professional experience in flight operations
Graduate of SETP recognized flight test school or equivalent experience
Preferred
Recent Caravan or PT6A experience
Airline Transport Pilot certificated
CFII or military flight instructor
Experience with automated and/or large remotely operated vehicles (UAS, spacecraft, etc)
Experience working in a Flight Test program focused on Military Type Certification or Civilian Part 23/25/27 Certification
Experience in developing flight procedures, training curricula, and safety management systems
Experience flying for a 14 CFR part 135 or 121 Air Carrier
Deep understanding of FAA 8110.4 and/or 8130.34 certification processes and their implementation