Aircraft Pilot

Seattle, WA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Temporary

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Exact $94,544.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Life insurance

Professional Development

Employee assistance program

Job Description

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is a regulatory body responsible for overseeing all aspects of civil aviation in the United States. The FAA plays a vital role in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and regularity of air traffic by setting and enforcing operating standards and regulations. This prestigious government agency is dedicated to promoting the highest standards of safety through rigorous pilot certification, aircraft operation, and technical evaluation. It operates within a framework that combines regulatory oversight, direct operational control, and continuous innovation to adapt to the evolving aviation landscape.

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Job Requirements

Possess appropriate Federal Aviation Administration pilot certificates or military ratings
Meet applicable flight hour requirements including recency of flight experience
Hold a valid first or second-class medical certificate
Obtain a first-class medical certificate prior to appointment
Provide official documentation for military flight experience if applicable
Demonstrate specialized experience equivalent to FV-I, FG/GS-13
Successfully complete FAA required training and flight test courses

Job Qualifications

Possession of a current Commercial Pilot Certificate or Airline Transport Pilot rating
Valid first or second-class medical certificate at the time of application
Minimum 1750 total flight hours including required pilot-in-command and night flying hours
Completion of flight test school or equivalent one year of flight test experience
Demonstrated knowledge of FAA regulations and flight test procedures
Experience operating heavy multi-engine airplanes or heavy rotorcraft
Specialized experience equivalent to FV-I, FG/GS-13 level

Job Duties

Evaluate and conduct flight tests to verify aircraft performance and safety
Operate heavy multi-engine airplanes or rotorcraft in accordance with regulatory standards
Maintain currency of flight experience including night, instrument, and recent flight hours
Prepare detailed flight reports and document test results accurately
Ensure compliance with FAA medical certification and operational requirements
Collaborate with engineering teams to analyze aircraft performance data
Complete required FAA training and maintain proficiency in flight test techniques

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