Test Pilot

Test Pilot

About Electra

Electra’s next gen mission is to develop Ultra Short aircraft, built for Direct Aviation. We are redefining the next level of connectivity, pioneering direct aviation – without airports, emissions, or noise. Electra’s Ultra Short aircraft will revolutionize air travel by bringing it closer to where we live, work, and play, making new connections possible. This makes a new venture like Electra exciting and fast-paced. Headquartered in Northern Virginia, we're on a quest to build a team of insanely talented people who want to do meaningful work.

Job Description

Electra is seeking an experienced Test Pilot to support development and piloting of both our two seat prototype and 9-passenger product hybrid electric, blown wing, UltraShort (eSTOL) aircraft. This is an incredible hands-on opportunity to make a direct impact on the future of aviation and advanced air mobility. This position will be based in Manassas, Virginia. You will be a part of a professional, high-performing flight team whose goal is to supply accurate, repeatable, and cost-effective data to the engineering group. The primary objective of this role is to pilot our experimental technical demonstrator and other products. Additional objectives include normal Test Pilot duties relating to testing and certification and developing user interfaces, operating procedures, and training. This role will also support the development, certification, and demonstration of STOL test and evaluation.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions

Complete experimental flight tests in an UltraShort take-off and landing aircraft

Coordinate with flight test engineering teams to develop test plans, test cards, and test procedures

Develop and maintain flight manuals, operations, checklists, and procedures

Lead and/or participate in the safety of flight and flight readiness review boards

Complete all required documentation in accordance with established company and FAA procedures

Maintain flying currency and proficiency in multiple different aircraft types

Other duties as assigned

Required Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or related field

Ten (10) or more years of experience as a flight test engineer or test pilot directly related to the flight evaluation of crewed aircraft

Required Skills

Commercial pilot license, single-engine and multi-engine land, with instrument rating

-FAA Class II Medical

-Without limitations

Total time

-1500 hours in aircraft

-100 hours turbine

PIC time

-1000 hours in the airplane category

-100 hours testing experimental aircraft

Long course graduate of a recognized test pilot school or five years of equivalent experimental test pilot experience

Experience with risk management, including hazard identification and preparing risk assessments

Experience with experimental aircraft certification and testing

Familiarity with standard flight test processes and procedures

Knowledge of the FAA civil certification process

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proactive delivery of communication and follow up

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Must have the ability to independently prioritize and accomplish work within time constraints

A strong work ethic and ability to independently execute the areas described in the responsibilities and essential functions

Excellent organizational, collaboration and communication skills, ability to work effectively under pressure and with a team

Desired Qualifications

Master’s degree in engineering or related field

Experience working with the FAA and familiarization with aircraft, helicopter, or powered lift FAA certification programs

Experience supporting the envelope expansion of new model aircraft

Formation flying, flight training, and media demos

Experience developing/optimizing simulators/ground control station and training equipment

Experience in developing digital flight control systems

Experience flight testing rapid prototype aircraft and components

Experience working in fast-paced small teams

Travel: Up to 50% of domestic and international travel

Salary: Electra's salary range for this position is: $111,550.00- $261,900.00

Our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum range for the Company level overall across all locations & projects and does not necessarily reflect the budgeted amount for this position. Individual pay is based on additional factors, including project budgets, job-related skills, experience, relevant education and/or training, role, level, location, and project.