About Electra
From revolutionizing air travel with our hybrid-electric eSTOL aircraft to tackling critical climate science missions with our solar-powered stratospheric UAS, Electra builds airplanes that make sense. Our world-class team of engineers isn’t afraid to disrupt the status quo, and we plan to change the world with modern ideas that challenge conventional thinking. Electra is a new aerospace company headquartered in Northern Virginia and we're on a quest to build a team of insanely talented people who want to do meaningful work.
Job Description
Electra is seeking an experienced Chief Test Pilot to support development and piloting of our 9-passenger hybrid electric eSTOL (electric short takeoff and landing) aircraft. This is an incredible hands-on opportunity to make a direct impact on the future of aviation and advanced air mobility. This position will be based in Manassas, Virginia. You will be a part of a professional, high-performing flight team whose goal is to supply accurate, repeatable, and cost-effective data to the engineering group.
The primary objective of this role is to pilot our experimental technical demonstrator and other products. Additional objectives include normal Test Pilot duties relating to testing and certification and developing user interfaces, operating procedures, and training. This role will also support the development, certification, and demonstration of STOL test and evaluation.
Responsibilities & Essential Functions
- Complete experimental flight tests in a ultra short take-off and landing aircraft
- Coordinate with flight test engineering teams to develop test plans, test cards, and test procedures given requirements from the product team
- Develop and maintain flight manuals, operations, checklists, and procedures
- Lead and/or participate in the safety of flight and flight readiness review boards
- Complete all required documentation in accordance with established company and FAA procedures
- Maintain flying currency and proficiency in multiple different aircraft types
- Other duties as assigned
Required Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or related field required;
- Twelve (12) or more years of experience in relevant field/discipline areas an Experimental Test Pilot (or an equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience).
Required Skills
- Graduate of a recognized Test Pilot School or equivalent level of experience as a Test Pilot
- Commercial pilot license
- 1000+ total aircraft flight hours
- Experience with Risk Management, including Hazard Identification and preparing Risk Assessments
- Experience with Experimental aircraft certification and testing
- Familiarity with standard flight test processes and procedures
- Knowledge of the FAA civil certification process
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proactive delivery of communication and follow up
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Must have the ability to independently prioritize and accomplish work within time constraints
- A strong work ethic and ability to independently execute the areas described in the responsibilities and essential functions.
- Excellent organizational, collaboration and communication skills, ability to work effectively under pressure and with a team.
Desired Qualifications
- Master’s degree in flight test engineering or related field preferred
- FAA Class II Medical
- Experience working with the FAA and familiarization with aircraft, helicopter, or powered lift FAA certification programs preferred
- Experience flight testing rotorcraft aircraft preferred
- Experience with flight testing eSTOL aircraft preferred
- Experience flying tilt-rotor aircraft preferred
- Experience operating light transport helicopters and/or aircraft preferred
- Formation flying, flight training, and media demos preferred
- Experience developing/optimizing simulators/ground control station and training equipment preferred
- Experience in developing digital flight control systems preferred
- Experience flight testing rapid prototype aircraft and components preferred
- Experience working in fast-paced small teams preferred
Working Conditions:
Work is typically performed in a warehouse/aviation and office environment which requires proper safety precautions. May need to lift up to 50 lbs.
Travel:
Up to 50% of domestic and international travel
Salary:
Electra’s salary range for this position is: $100,750.00 - $224,750.00Our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum range for the Company level overall across all locations & projects and does not necessarily reflect the budgeted amount for this position. Individual pay is based on additional factors, including project budgets, job-related skills, experience, relevant education and/or training, role, level, location, and project.Electra is committed to a work environment that is inclusive to all and free of discrimination.
It is our policy to be an equal opportunity employer without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other factors prohibited by law. Electra will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.Additionally, as part of our commitment to health and safety, we require all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Electra offers a reasonable accommodation process for individuals who are unable to meet our vaccination requirement due to a disability, medical condition, or sincerely held religious belief.
