Aerospace Engineer, AST, Research Pilot (Direct Hire)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $159,573.00 - $195,200.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Flexible spending account
Employee assistance program
Job Description
The Aircraft Operations Division within the Flight Operations Directorate plays an essential role in advancing aerospace research and development through supporting and conducting a variety of flight missions. This division is responsible for operating and managing a diverse fleet of research aircraft that contribute significantly to testing, evaluating, and enhancing new aircraft systems and technologies. By integrating advanced aerospace engineering principles with high-level piloting skills, the division supports a wide array of initiatives focused on innovation, safety, and mission success. The division prides itself on maintaining the highest standards in flight operations while fostering a culture of inclusiveness, excellence, and... Show More
Job Requirements
- U.S. citizenship, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
- One-year probationary period may be required
- Meet qualifications requirements by closing date
- Proficient in English language
- Possess current FAA first class medical certificate, military pilot flight physical or obtain NASA flight medical certification
- Subject to pre-employment security background investigation
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, physical science, mathematics, life science or computer science with required coursework
- Current FAA commercial pilot's license with instrument rating and flight instructor certification or armed services equivalent
- Minimum 1500 pilot-in-command flight hours including at least 500 hours in high-performance jet aircraft with minimum 3000 pounds thrust per engine
- One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-13 involving engineering principles in research/test flight operations
- Planning and coordinating aircraft missions and evaluation projects
- Technical project management including planning, scheduling and managing high-performance aircraft requirements
- Establishing aviation safety training principles and procedures
- Experience as Military Test Pilot and FAA Airline Transport Pilot certificate is desired
- Submission of current pilot license and detailed resume showing flight hours required
Job Duties
- Serves as an instructor pilot aboard a high performance jet trainer and performs classroom and simulator instructor duty in support of astronaut space flight readiness training
- Serves as pilot-in-command or co-pilot aboard a large two-engine business jet, large two-engine high altitude research jet and/or a large four engine turbo propeller cargo aircraft flying a variety of missions and extended domestic/overseas deployment
- As pilot-in-command, responsible for managing up to 9 crew, supporting passengers during mission support operations, and/or engineers and scientists for airborne science missions
- Serves as a project team member providing engineering and operational expertise for periodic test and research flight programs, including aircraft upgrades/modifications and airborne science missions
- Manages project schedule as required
- Supports reviews, such as the Configuration Control Panel, Test Readiness Review, Flight Readiness Review, and Operational Readiness Review meetings, for modifications to division aircraft
- Identifies hazards and reports unsafe acts and procedures
- Supports investigation and resolution of aircraft anomalies and mishaps as assigned
- Participates in safety inspections and training
- Provides in-flight support for emergency aircraft, managing flight schedule, and monitoring status of aircraft off-station
- Recommends and submits task requests for aircraft upgrades
- Monitors and provides aircrew input for all aircraft upgrades
- Communicates effectively with other project pilots and NASA managers to effectively utilize aircrew and aircraft to maximize mission accomplishment
- Maintains aircraft flight manuals/checklists, aircraft-specific standard operating procedures, and annual proficiency exam and conducts quarterly continuation and aircraft-specific Crew Resource training
- Plans aircraft deployments and coordinates travel requirements for all travelers
- Ensures deploying aircrew have requisite training and documentation
- Foster a culture of engagement, diversity, inclusiveness, excellence and innovation
- Champion NASA's commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility to create an environment that promotes a commitment to safety, integrity, and teamwork
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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