LUH-72 Functional Check Flight Pilot- FT Polk , LA

About the role

The Functional Check Flight Pilot (LUH-72) utilizes flight test techniques to perform functional check flights of aircraft to measure performance and handling to determine airworthiness following maintenance or modifications. Perform FCFs and demonstrate aircraft proficiency upon completion of aircraft maintenance or modifications on aircraft. Interpret meteorological data as it pertains to filing a flight plan for the navigational course of flight needed for a mission or sortie. File flight plans for all flights using authorized navigational processes. Compute weight and balance logs for the aircraft being flown. Initiate and complete all military flight or maintenance forms to document FCF completion and discrepancies. Communicate, troubleshoot, advise and work side by side with military pilots and technicians. Determine in accordance with publications and procedures the airworthiness of aircraft prior to release for flight. Perform recovery flights and ferries aircraft to additional sites, such as depots. Perform troubleshooting procedures of aircraft on the ground and during flight and makes appropriate write-ups or gives verbal instructions to correct deficiencies. Verify forms and records used in the performance of maintenance to ensure they comply with work performed prior to ground or flight checks. Run-up aircraft for alert status to perform test on modifications. Deploy when required to support contract requirements when FCFs are anticipated. Ferry flights as assigned. Ensure proper documentation is chronicled. As qualified may perform as site safety specialist and/or additional duties safety officer functions.

Responsibilities

• Perform FCFs and demonstrate aircraft proficiency upon completion of aircraft maintenance or modifications on aircraft.
• Interpret meteorological data as it pertains to filing a flight plan for the navigational course of flight needed for a mission or sortie.
• File flight plans for all flights using authorized navigational processes.
• Compute weight and balance logs for the aircraft being flown.
• Initiate and complete all military flight or maintenance forms to document FCF completion and discrepancies.
• Communicate, troubleshoot, advise and work side by side with military pilots and technicians.
• Determine in accordance with publications and procedures the airworthiness of aircraft prior to release for flight.
• Perform recovery flights and ferries aircraft to additional sites, such as depots.
• Perform troubleshooting procedures of aircraft on the ground and during flight and makes appropriate write-ups or gives verbal instructions to correct deficiencies.
• Verify forms and records used in the performance of maintenance to ensure they comply with work performed prior to ground or flight checks.
• Run-up aircraft for alert status to perform test on modifications.
• Deploy when required to support contract requirements when FCFs are anticipated.
• Ferry flights as assigned.
• Ensure proper documentation is chronicled.
• As qualified may perform as site safety specialist and/or additional duties safety officer functions.

Requirements

• High school or equivalent required.
• Minimum PIC Hours, 1000 Hours PIC Required.
• Possess a current valid ARMY or FAA Second Class Medical Certificate.
• Possess an instrument rating on their FAA Commercial Certificates.
• Meet the qualification requirements of AR 95 20.
• Currency shall be in accordance with AR 95 1 and the appropriate Aircrew Training Manual (ATM).
• Successfully complete annual flight evaluation conduct IAW AR 95 1 and the appropriate Aircrew Training Manual (ATM).
• Ability to obtain/maintain Security Clearance (NAC-I T1).
• Must be capable of Aircraft Technical Inspection (TI).

Skills

• Proven and verifiable aviation experience including ethics, ability and professionalism of the highest standards.
• Demonstrated communication skills, both oral and written.
• Fluent in the English language.
• Working knowledge for operating navigational and communication equipment installed on the aircraft.
• Capable of computing and annotating weight and balance logs for the aircraft.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

• May be exposed to extreme noise from turbine and jet engine aircraft.
• May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; may be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts and vehicles.
• May be exposed to a wide variety of operational circumstances, including extreme weather conditions and rudimentary infrastructure.
• Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth.
• Must be able to see aircraft in flight, read dials/gauges, identify small objects and hand tools.
• Must be physically capable of climbing vertical ladders or built-in aircraft steps to heights of 10-12 feet.
• May be exposed to chemical mist, gas, vapors, ultra-violet and infrared radiation.
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds to a height of four (4) feet and be required to lift up to 20 pounds to a height of seven (7) feet.
• May be exposed to certain obstructions on the surface as well as ladders, stairs, etc.
• May be exposed to rapid or extreme temperature changes.
• Travel May be required to travel domestically and internationally on short notice, to austere environments, under harsh living conditions.

Compensation Details

CBA $51.75 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching).
• Education reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax-saving options.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.