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Lockheed Martin

Test Pilot C-130J-Level 5

Marietta, GA · On-site

We are Lockheed Martin You will be a C-130J Test Pilot for the C-130 Flight Operations team. Our ... and contract flight operations • Experience with C-130J Tactical Operations and/or Special ...

Pae

CH47- Maintenance Test Pilot

Knoxville, TN

The CH47- Maintenance Test Pilot utilizes flight test techniques to perform test flights of ... Deploy when required to support contract requirements when maintenance test flights are anticipated.

Akima, LLC

Chief Pilot

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

The Chief Pilot leads all flight operations conducted under the contract, supervising the pilots ... Direct all Maintenance Test Flight operations. * Supervise assigned Maintenance Test Pilots.

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As of Jul 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract test pilot in the United States is $105,110.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,500.00 and $107,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Test Pilot vs Flight Test Engineer?

AspectContract Test PilotFlight Test Engineer
Required CredentialsCommercial pilot license, type ratings, flight experienceEngineering degree, flight testing certifications
Work EnvironmentIn-flight testing, aircraft operationGround testing, data analysis, flight planning
Employer & IndustryAerospace companies, defense contractorsAerospace firms, aircraft manufacturers

Contract Test Pilots primarily operate aircraft during flight tests, focusing on piloting and safety. Flight Test Engineers analyze data, plan tests, and support flight operations from the ground. While both roles are essential in aircraft testing, Contract Test Pilots are pilots with specialized flying skills, whereas Flight Test Engineers are engineers with expertise in aircraft systems and data analysis.

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Infographic showing various Contract Test Pilot job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 62% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,110 per year, or $50.5 per hour.
Maintenance Test Pilot

Maintenance Test Pilot

Strata-G Solutions

Huntsville, AL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

At Strata-G, we know it takes talented and dedicated people to deliver solutions for a greater cause, and we consider our employees to be our greatest asset. We are a growing, dynamic organization offering diverse challenges to innovative professionals.

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Maintenance Test Pilot to join our team supporting CH-47 aircraft operations. In this role, you will oversee and conduct maintenance test flights, ensure compliance with company procedures and FAA regulations, and provide technical guidance on flight and ground operations. The ideal candidate will maintain required flight currency, uphold FAA medical standards, and contribute to the safe and efficient execution of all maintenance flight activities

This position is pending contract award.

Responsibilities

  • Have and maintain an FAA Pilot Certificate (Drone part 107 optional, Commercial Instrument Rotary Wing mandatory)
  • Coordinating Strata-G's Aviation Maintenance Test Flight Operations by preparing guidance, procedures, reviews, and assessments of all documented procedures, help improve/design test flight areas, improve safety of the assigned personnel in maintenance operations.
  • Mentor junior employees in assigned aircraft, provide support to improve safety, quality, and compliance with established procedures.
  • Being Responsible for Maintaining adequately trained personnel available to perform maintenance, and functional check tasks as required for efficient hangar operations.
  • Being Responsible for ensuring that all assigned Personnel, Orientations, and Maintenance Requirements are Performed, Documented and in accordance with DCMA INST 8210 for DoD work, and FAA standards for Civil work.
  • Responsible for maintaining government property and reporting within the scope of any Government Assigned/Provided/Furnished Equipment (GFE)
  • Responsible to complete personal annual performance evaluations and test flight examinations.
  • Provide hiring/firing input as a MTP/ME for assigned Aviation Operations

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field or in lieu of degree, minimum of 5 years lead/supervisory experience. Military Flight School Graduation Certificate, no adverse actions that would disqualify aviation operations, and Federal Aviation Regulation compliance.
  • FAA Pilot License or US Military Rating as Pilot, Maintenance Test Pilot, or Maintenance Examiner in rotary wing aircraft and/or Part 107 drone operations
  • Effective communication skills
  • Excellent Pilot and Leadership skills
  • Team Building skills
  • Knowledge of FAA and Military flight requirements including airspace, weather, health and exogenous factors
  • Must be eligible for and able to maintain a Secret Clearance.



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