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High-Performance Experimental Test Pilot (Senior)

Berkeley, Missouri Job ID JR2025451169 Category Flight Operations-Pilot Post Date May. 03, 2025 Security Clearance Required
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a High-Performance Experimental Test Pilot, on the Air Dominance\Phantom Works, Air Proprietary 1 (AP1) Program in Berkeley, MO (St. Louis, MO surrounding area).  In this role, you will work alongside a high-performing, cross-functional team focused on developing next-generation, state-of-the-art capabilities for Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) programs, including Air Dominance and Phantom Works, among others.

The primary responsibility of the selected candidate will be to support advanced aircraft development. This involves integrating into multidisciplinary teams aimed at addressing warfighter needs by applying human engineering principles. You will also be responsible for planning and executing ground tests, flight tests, and maintenance test flights for experimental, prototype, and production aircraft. Your tasks will include developing and coordinating flight test plans, procedures, and techniques to achieve qualification or certification while meeting test plan objectives.

In addition, you will write technical and flight reports, contributing to the development and modification of flight manuals and related documentation. Your role will require evaluating data and providing recommendations on operational techniques, aircraft handling characteristics, systems operation, and design enhancements. You will prepare flight test reports that address aircraft engineering and operational challenges, as well as any deficiencies.

You will also assess flight data, including system performance, aircraft handling, and equipment functionality, and participate in aircraft and aircraft system design to recommend changes based on operational considerations. Your responsibilities will include collaborating on marketing, evaluation, and demonstration activities for customers, which will involve conducting familiarization, demonstration, and training flights.

It is crucial to ensure that all flight activities adhere to regulatory standards and company policies and procedures. You will work closely with government representatives and aircraft operational customers to address any issues that may arise.

Please be aware that this position requires proof of an FAA Second Class Medical certificate and the appropriate FAA Airmen certificate before starting.

Restriction: Appropriate regulatory certification and/or license required.  Entry into this classification is limited to candidates approved by the enterprise-wide Flight Operations Skills Team.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Senior Level (4 & 5) High-Performance Experimental Test Pilots.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Supports engineering of advanced aircraft

  • Plans and conducts engineering and experimental test flights

  • Serves as Pilot-In-Command for advanced aircraft

  • Evaluates aircraft for configuration performance and handling qualities changes

  • Facilitates the Boeing Safety Management System, including test safety processes

  • Coordinates with engineering, manufacturing and airworthiness personnel on certification efforts to ensure design integrity 

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, physical sciences, or chemistry

  • Commercial Certificate or FAA ATP with appropriate endorsements or military equivalent

  • Current FAA Class II medical certificate or the ability to obtain one

  • 1,000 flight hours as Pilot in Command of turbine powered jet aircraft

  • Test Pilot School (TPS) Graduate

  • Experimental flight test experience in 5th Generation Fighter aircraft or 6th Generation Fighter development experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Level 5: 10 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Master’s Degree or higher in Engineering

  • Experimental flight test experience in the F-22A

  • 10+ years of experimental flight test experience or related activities 

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pilot Records Database:

All pilots will be screened through the current pilot records database process.

Shift:

This position is for primarily 1st shift; however, some weekends and occasional off-shift work are required to support program objectives.

Travel:

Position may require travel up to 20% of the time.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range for Senior Level (Level 4): $230,000 – $286,000

Summary Pay Range for Senior Level (Level 5):  $283,000 – $350,000


Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 19, 2025


Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift


Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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