Maintenance Test Pilot/Chief Pilot

About the role

Radial Solutions Inc. (RSi) is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) located in Huntsville, AL. At RSi, we understand that people are the most important aspect of our business! As a service provider to the government, we aim to hire right people for each role. We provide professional development opportunities to support continued professional growth. We strive to foster an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment for every team member. RSi is looking to fill a Maintenance Test Pilot/Chief Pilot position to support our Army customer on the Ft. Benning Aviation Maintenance and Logistics contract for the Army Ranger School.

Responsibilities

• Cook up all flight activities with the GFR, ACLC and Site Manager
• Planning, organizing, directing, and controlling all phases of flight operations
• Performing testing—using both ground and in-flight diagnostic test equipment—during various phases of flight, including engine run-up and taxi, to ensure that aircraft systems or components affected by inspection or maintenance actions have been properly repaired, reassembled, or adjusted
• Evaluate aircraft systems, engines, and accessories for compliance with airworthiness standards and contract specifications, utilizing proven diagnostic and operational techniques
• Perform pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight procedures in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and regulations
• Maintain all necessary flight documentation and records in required systems
• Participate in any post flight after action reviews
• Records of all MTP's within this contract and ensure qualifications are met
• Preflight coordination with the Chief Pilot to ensure all maintenance has been completed and the aircraft is safe for flight per RSi procedures and Army Regulations

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Successfully completed Army Maintenance Test Pilots Course (MTPC) for the MDS H60 series assigned
• Able to pass an FAA second class flight physical annually
• FAA Instrument Certification plus 1,000+ hours of pilot in command (PC/PIC) time
• Knowledge of army regulations, FAA, DOT, FAR and contractor operations
• Expert level knowledge of the applicable aircraft model

Qualifications

• Leadership experience (military or civilian)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to make rational decisions and exercise good judgement
• Excellent communication skills
• Willingness to participate in shift work, occasional travel, and ongoing training

Skills

• Expert level knowledge of the applicable aircraft model

Benefits

• This position is subject to a pre-employment background check.
• This position is subject to pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, pre-employment physical, and requires the ability to pass Fort Benning Base Access background screening requirements.

Pay

Compensation and benefits will be commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule for this position may vary based on project demands.

Skills

• Expert level knowledge of the applicable aircraft model

Benefits

• This position is subject to a pre-employment background check.
• This position is subject to pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, pre-employment physical, and requires the ability to pass Fort Benning Base Access background screening requirements.