Entry Level Flight Test Engineer Jobs in Alabama

## Test PilotApplylocations: Mobile Area, ALtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: June 29, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: JR10390593Airbus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation to complete your application, please contact us at USCareers@airbus.com* Notice: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal* Notice: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination (English)* Aviso: Transparencia en el Pago No Discriminación (Spanish)****Job Description:****Airbus Commercial Aircraft is looking for a **Test Pilot** to join our Engineering department based in Mobile, AL.The Test Pilot is responsible for ensuring the proper execution of ground and flight tests on A220 and A320 production aircraft.**Meet the team:**Our Engineers at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facility take our aircraft from concept to customer delivery – working with production teams on every aspect of assembly from managing technical information, quality control, maintenance tasks and health & safety – along flowlines and flight lines. Join our team and watch our aircraft come to life.**Your working environment:**Nearby on ‘Airbus Way’ you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus’ strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond.**How we care for you:*** Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)* Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.* Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.* Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and accessibly. Wherever possible, we support flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.**Your challenges:*** Responsibility for the entire flight, including signing the flight order prepared and co-signed by the L-FTE.* Captain, under DOA privilege and by delegation of the HO Flight Test, approves flight conditions according to Airbus procedure.* Strictly adhere to the authorized flight test plan. Based on real-time flight analysis, instrumentation issues, changing weather, or aircraft serviceability, the L-FTE may modify the flight test plan in-flight with the Captain's concurrence, provided it complies with the authorized flight envelope and aircraft limitations. The Captain always retains the right to delete unsuitable items from the existing Flight Order.* Attending post-flight technical debriefs and liaising with Engineering staff to expedite the resolution of faults or observations found during approved test flights.* The Captain is responsible for ensuring all ground and in-flight arrangements are made for safe and efficient flight conduct, including all briefings in coordination with the I-FTE and dispatch.* Continuous engagement with customers during the delivery process and dedicated customer-focused activities to effectively communicate Airbus's approved positions on major industry issues and flight test matters.* May be required to perform other tasks within the broader Flight Test perimeter, such as assisting Training Departments, conducting external flights (e.g., lease-recovery, developmental flights, commercial events), short-term assistance to other Flight Test centers (e.g., Toulouse, Hamburg, Tianjin, Mirabel), and attending/presenting at conferences.**Your boarding pass:*** Graduate of an EASA recognized flight test school (ETPS, EPNER, USNTPS, USAFTPS, NTPS and ITPS)* 3000+ total flight hours.* Flight test pilot experience of greater than 1000 flight hours.* Current multi-pilot instrument rating* ICAO ATPL that is eligible for conversion to an EASA ATPL* ICAO English Level 5* Recent Fly-By-Wire (FBW) experience* Demonstrates a refined approach to communication that resolves problems, facilitates consensus, and focuses on objectives* Capable of working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment both independently and collectively.* Dependable, self-motivated and accessible.* Ability to travel unaccompanied to international destinations (approx. 3 months);* Ability to work flexible and extended hours as required (nights, weekends and holidays) within the scope of the Airbus Flight Operations Manual.* Authorized to Work in the USPhysical Requirements: * Onsite or remote: Onsite 100%* Vision: able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.* Hearing: able to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on the production floor including safety warnings or alarms.* Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.* Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.* Carrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.* Lifting: able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.* Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.* Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer.* Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.* Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor.* Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice.* Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.* Personal Protective Equipment required: Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site.**Take your career to a new level and apply online now!**This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.********Company:********Airbus Americas, Inc.**Employment Type:**US - Direct Hire**Experience Level:**Professional**Remote Type:**On-site**Job Family:**Testing ------Job Posting End Date: 06.29.2026------Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. #J-18808-Ljbffr