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US Department of War

Helicopter Pilot

Yakima, WA · On-site

$90K - $112K/yr

Serve as Maintenance Test Pilot to perform general or limited maintenance test flights following maintenance modifications or repairs to include routine scheduled maintenance.

Scaled Composites

Test Pilot

Mojave, CA · On-site

As a Test Pilot at Scaled Composites, you'll play a vital role in providing technical support for ... Building and maintaining strong relationships in the organization will be essential to your success.

Scaled Composites

Test Pilot

Mojave, CA · On-site

$199K - $299K/yr

As a Test Pilot at Scaled Composites, you'll play a vital role in providing technical support for ... Building and maintaining strong relationships in the organization will be essential to your success.

Garmin

Flight Test Pilot

Salem, OR · On-site

Understands and is able to maintain moderately complex test aircraft configurations and coordinates ... Commercial Pilot Certificate 2nd Class FAA Medical Certificate * Minimum 1,500 hours total flight ...

Garmin International, Inc.

Flight Test Pilot

Salem, OR · On-site

Understands and is able to maintain moderately complex test aircraft configurations and coordinates ... Commercial Pilot Certificate * 2nd Class FAA Medical Certificate * Minimum 1,500 hours total flight ...

Airbus

Test Pilot

Mobile, AL · On-site

The Test Pilot is responsible for ensuring the proper execution of ground and flight tests on A220 ... maintenance tasks and health & safety - along flowlines and flight lines. Join our team and watch ...

Airbus

Test Pilot

Mobile, AL · On-site

The Test Pilot is responsible for ensuring the proper execution of ground and flight tests on A220 ... maintenance tasks and health & safety - along flowlines and flight lines. Join our team and watch ...

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How much do maintenance test pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for maintenance 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 a Maintenance Test Pilot job?

A Maintenance Test Pilot conducts test flights to evaluate aircraft performance after maintenance, repairs, or modifications. They ensure that the aircraft meets operational and safety standards before being returned to service. This role requires in-depth knowledge of aircraft systems, troubleshooting, and flight testing procedures. Maintenance Test Pilots work closely with engineers, mechanics, and other aviation professionals to diagnose and resolve issues. Their assessments help verify airworthiness and maintain operational readiness.

What are some typical challenges faced by Maintenance Test Pilots on the job?

Maintenance Test Pilots often encounter challenges such as identifying subtle or intermittent system issues that only appear under specific flight conditions. They must work closely with aircraft maintenance teams to interpret technical data, conduct thorough post-maintenance checks, and ensure all issues are resolved before returning the aircraft to service. The role can involve working in changing weather conditions, adapting to irregular schedules, and maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols. Successfully navigating these challenges requires strong technical acumen, clear communication, and a proactive approach to problem solving.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Maintenance Test Pilot position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Maintenance Test Pilot, you need a commercial or military pilot’s license, in-depth understanding of aircraft systems, and extensive flight experience—specifically in conducting post-maintenance test flights. Familiarity with diagnostic tools, flight data recording equipment, maintenance documentation systems, and relevant airworthiness regulations is crucial. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication enable seamless collaboration with maintenance teams and clear reporting of test results. These skills and qualifications are vital to ensuring aircraft safety, compliance, and optimal performance after repairs or modifications.

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Infographic showing various Maintenance Test Pilot job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 96% In-person, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,110 per year, or $50.5 per hour.
UH-60 L/M Instructor Pilot / Maintenance Examiner

UH-60 L/M Instructor Pilot / Maintenance Examiner

Navigator Development Group Inc

Daleville, AL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Job: UH-60 L/M Instructor Pilot / Maintenance Examiner

Location: Fort Rucker, Alabama

Position: Full time

Duties: Instruct and evaluate graduate level flight students in the UH-60 L Maintenance Test Pilot Programs of Instruction at the U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence, Fort Rucker, AL. Duties include classroom, inflight, and simulator training; preparing daily briefings; teaching academic topics; conducting pre-flight, inflight, and post-flight instruction; and documenting student performance in flight training records. Flight instruction will be during the day and night and may include contact, basic combat skills, instrument, and night vision goggle phases of training. Instruction also includes pre-mission planning, mission briefings, rehearsals, and maintenance test flight operations. The end-state is to prepare students to perform end of phase flight evaluations on aircraft systems, aircraft operations, emergency procedures, maintenance test flight procedures, and regulatory guidance.

Additional Duties: Maintain individual proficiency in the aircraft, simulator, aviation procedures, Programs of Instruction, and complete annual contractor evaluation requirements.

Required:

• Current FAA Class II Medical

• Current FAA Commercial Rotorcraft Certificate

• UH-60 L Aircraft Qualification

• Graduate of the Army UH-60 IPC/MOI Course

• Graduate of the Army Maintenance Test Pilot Course

• UH-60 Maintenance Examiner Experience

Navigator is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.