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How much do flight test pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for flight test pilot in Virginia is $104,208.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,800.00 and $106,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a flight test pilot?

A Flight Test Pilot is responsible for flying and evaluating new or modified aircraft to assess their performance, safety, and compliance with regulations. They work closely with engineers to test systems, aerodynamics, and handling characteristics under various conditions. Their role involves executing test plans, documenting results, and providing critical feedback for aircraft development. Flight Test Pilots often have extensive experience in aviation, advanced training in aerodynamics and flight testing, and may hold military or engineering backgrounds.

What does a flight test pilot do?

A typical day for a Flight Test Pilot involves thorough pre-flight briefings with engineers and technicians, reviewing test objectives, meticulously planning flight profiles, and conducting test flights to evaluate aircraft performance, systems, and safety features. After each flight, the pilot collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to debrief, document results, and discuss any anomalies or findings. Besides flying, significant time is spent analyzing data, preparing reports, and refining test procedures. The role often requires adaptability and close teamwork, as flight test schedules and objectives can evolve based on weather, technical readiness, or program priorities.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a flight test pilot?

To thrive as a Flight Test Pilot, you need exceptional piloting skills, in-depth knowledge of aeronautical engineering, and a degree in a related field, often supplemented by military or advanced civilian test pilot school training. Familiarity with specialized flight data recording equipment, flight test instrumentation, and certification from organizations like the FAA or EASA is often required. Outstanding problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and meticulous attention to detail distinguish top performers in this role. These qualifications are critical for safely conducting complex test flights, analyzing results, and ensuring new or modified aircraft meet rigorous safety and performance standards.

Infographic showing various Flight Test Pilot job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $104,208 per year, or $50.1 per hour.

Aircraft Pilot (FW/H60M Maintenance Test Pilot)

Yulista Holding, LLC

Fort Belvoir, VA • On-site

$143 - $186/hr

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Yulista Support Services LLC Regular

This position serves as a H-60M Maintenance Test/Project Pilot and fixed-wing (FW) multi-engine Project Pilot. Duties include project flight tests, maintenance test flights, and other assigned aviation duties in support of research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) missions. The incumbent operates rotary-wing (RW) and FW aircraft in support of Army aviation system integration, experimentation, and operational testing. Salary Range: $ 142752 - $185580 annually. Compensation is based on relevant experience, education, skills, and internal equity.

Essential Duties
  • Serve as a H-60 Maintenance Test and Project Pilot on our H-60 L/M aircraft.
  • Serve as a FW, multi-engine Project pilot.
  • Conduct developmental, operational, and project evaluation flight missions.
  • Perform mission planning, including weather analysis, flight routing, and airspace coordination.
  • Support aviation test planning and execution in coordination with engineers and test personnel.
  • Prepare flight reports, evaluations, and technical documentation.
  • Perform additional aviation-related duties such as assigned.
  • This position requires one or more additional duties (Operations officer, Safety officer), as assigned by the Lead Pilot.
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Desired Flight Hour Experience:

  • Previous flight test or RDT&E experience highly desired.
  • Total flight time: 1,500 hours total time (RW) Pilot-in-Command (PIC): 250 hours
  • Night flight/NVG: 75 hours
  • Instrument flight: 75 hours (minimum 10 hours actual IMC)

Recent flight experience: 100 hours within the last 12 months.

Position requires operation of heavy multi-engine helicopters (i.e., gross takeoff weight in excess of 12,500 pounds).

(FW) Pilot-in-Command (PIC) 250 hours

  • Night flight: 75 hours
  • Instrument flight: 75 hours (minimum 10 hours actual IMC)

Recent flight experience: 100 hours within the last 12 months.

Position requires operation of heavy multi-engine airplanes (i.e., gross takeoff weight in excess of 12,500 pounds).

Required Qualifications
  • FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate or higher with appropriate ratings (multi-engine, instrument, helicopter)
  • Applicants must be H-60M Maintenance Test Pilot qualified.
  • Applicant must be U.S. Department of War FW multi-engine qualified.
  • Applicant must be able to complete physiological training (Hypobaric Chamber).
Medical
  • Current FAA First- or Second-Class Medical Certificate.
  • Maintain required medical certification and flight currency.
Additional Requirements
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
  • Subject to random drug testing.
  • Temporary Duty (TDY) travel varies, approximately 30%.
  • This position requires rotating shift work.
  • This position requires unscheduled overtime work.
Required Documents

Resume’ detailing flight experience and qualifications. Pilot certificates and ratings Medical certification documentation Flight-hour documentation/logbooks Candidates establishing eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms (DA form 759), or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot, flight instructor, or flight examiner, as appropriate. Active Secret Security Clearance is required.

Evaluation Criteria

The H60M Maintenance Test/Project Pilot and FW Project Pilot will work in an RDT&E Environment and will be evaluated on the following competencies consistent with the GS-2181 Aircraft Pilot series:

  • Technical Competence
  • Attention to Detail
  • Oral Communication
  • Planning and Evaluating
Preference Statement

Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT

Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

Thank you for your interest in Yulista! As you get to know Yulista, you’ll discover that we encompass many subsidiaries, each offering unique and specialized capabilities within their respective fields. All our subsidiaries operate cohesively under the overarching Yulista umbrella. This allows us to leverage combined strengths, foster collaboration across diverse expertise areas, and provide comprehensive solutions to our customers. Since 2002, Yulista has leveraged our technical expertise to maintain aircraft and ground vehicles, advance aerospace technology and missile defense, support national security, and sustain base and maritime operations. In a fiercely competitive market, our agile teams embrace complex challenges, delivering mission-critical solutions. Yulista has been a trusted and preferred partner for mission-ready clients, renowned for consistently providing innovative expertise that drives success. Our greatest strength lies in the passion and commitment of our men and women who strive to make the impossible possible.

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