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Northrop Grumman

Sr Staff Test Pilot

Melbourne, FL

$201K - $302K/yr

Top Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have ... Building and sustaining a cadre of skilled test pilots and production pilots to safely execute the ...

American Cruise Lines

River Pilot

Tampa, FL

Excellent communication skills and team-building skills. * Pre-employment drug test and continual ... Ability to live and work on board a vessel for extended periods of time. * Ability to use stairs ...

American Cruise Lines

River Pilot

Marco Island, FL · On-site

Excellent communication skills and team-building skills. * Pre-employment drug test and continual ... Ability to live and work on board a vessel for extended periods of time. * Ability to use stairs ...

American Cruise Lines

River Pilot

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site

Excellent communication skills and team-building skills. * Pre-employment drug test and continual ... Ability to live and work on board a vessel for extended periods of time. * Ability to use stairs ...

American Cruise Lines

River Pilot

Tampa, FL · On-site

Excellent communication skills and team-building skills. * Pre-employment drug test and continual ... Ability to live and work on board a vessel for extended periods of time. * Ability to use stairs ...

American Cruise Lines

River Pilot

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site

Excellent communication skills and team-building skills. * Pre-employment drug test and continual ... Ability to live and work on board a vessel for extended periods of time. * Ability to use stairs ...

American Cruise Lines

River Pilot

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

Excellent communication skills and team-building skills. * Pre-employment drug test and continual ... Ability to live and work on board a vessel for extended periods of time. * Ability to use stairs ...

American Cruise Lines

River Pilot

Marco Island, FL · On-site

Excellent communication skills and team-building skills. * Pre-employment drug test and continual ... Ability to live and work on board a vessel for extended periods of time. * Ability to use stairs ...

American Cruise Lines

River Pilot

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site

Excellent communication skills and team-building skills. * Pre-employment drug test and continual ... Ability to live and work on board a vessel for extended periods of time. * Ability to use stairs ...

American Cruise Lines

River Pilot

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

Excellent communication skills and team-building skills. * Pre-employment drug test and continual ... Ability to live and work on board a vessel for extended periods of time. * Ability to use stairs ...

Latham Pool Products, Inc.

Pilot Driver

Zephyrhills, FL · On-site

$19.29 - $22.43/hr

We believe in building an environment where everyone can thrive. That is why we offer: * A culture ... HSA and FSA plans available. * 401(K) with 50% company match up to 6%. * Paid Time Off - 3 to 5 ...

Latham Pool Products, Inc

Pilot Driver

Zephyrhills, FL · On-site

We believe in building an environment where everyone can thrive. That is why we offer: * A culture ... HSA and FSA plans available. * 401(K) with 50% company match up to 6%. * Paid Time Off - 3 to 5 ...

Latham Pool Products, Inc.

Pilot Driver

Zephyrhills, FL

$19.29 - $22.43/hr

We believe in building an environment where everyone can thrive. That is why we offer: * A culture ... HSA and FSA plans available. * 401(K) with 50% company match up to 6%. * Paid Time Off - 3 to 5 ...

Latham Pool Products, Inc

Pilot Driver

Zephyrhills, FL

$19.29 - $22.43/hr

We believe in building an environment where everyone can thrive. That is why we offer: * A culture ... HSA and FSA plans available. * 401(K) with 50% company match up to 6%. * Paid Time Off - 3 to 5 ...

Pilot Company

Cashier

Ponce De Leon, FL · On-site

$14 - $17.35/hr

... building, customer service, and meeting new people? Pilot Company offers a dynamic environment ... Paid time off * Family leave All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment ...

Pilot Company

Cashier

Marianna, FL

$14 - $17.35/hr

... building, customer service, and meeting new people? Pilot Company offers a dynamic environment ... Paid time off * Family leave All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for time building pilot in Florida is $97,833.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,700.00 and $115,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Time Building Pilot job is a position designed for pilots who need to accumulate flight hours to meet experience requirements for higher certifications or airline jobs. These positions often involve flying as a safety pilot, ferrying aircraft, or conducting low-time commercial operations like aerial photography or banner towing. Time-building pilots typically work for lower pay or cover their own flight expenses in exchange for valuable flight experience.

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As a Time Building Pilot, your primary responsibility is to accumulate flight hours by conducting solo or dual flights in accordance with FAA regulations and employer guidelines. You may be tasked with flying cross-country, practicing different maneuvers, or partnering with other pilots to share costs and experience. The role demands meticulous logbook documentation, adherence to safety protocols, and sometimes assisting with basic aircraft upkeep between flights. Collaboration with flight schools, instructors, or other time-building pilots is common, and flexibility in scheduling is often required to make the most of available flying opportunities.

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To thrive as a Time Building Pilot, you need solid foundational piloting skills, a valid private or commercial pilot license, and a good safety record. Familiarity with general aviation aircraft, logbook management tools, and flight planning software is essential. Exceptional communication, time management, and adaptability help you stand out when coordinating flights and working with instructors and peers. These competencies are crucial for efficient accumulation of flight hours, maintaining safety, and building a strong professional reputation in aviation.

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Infographic showing various Time Building Pilot job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,833 per year, or $47 per hour.

Sr Staff Test Pilot

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Melbourne, FL • On-site

$201K - $302K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Northrop Grumman rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 363 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

88th of 540 rated manufacturers

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: Top SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Senior Staff Pilot Test to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test and Evaluation organization. This role is located in Melbourne, FL.

The Chief Test Pilot (CTP) is a key contributor to the program and sits on the program leadership team. The CTP will support the design, development, and certification of the aircraft and air system. The CTP will work closely with other Integrated Product Teams, the Chief Engineer, as well as systems engineers including Safety, Airworthiness, and Human Factors teams to validate and verify aircraft design and performance. The CTP is a key participant in the flight test risk management process.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Building and sustaining a cadre of skilled test pilots and production pilots to safely execute the flight test program
  • Ensure early and effective contributions to air vehicle design, cockpit/crew station design and Pilot Vehicle Interface areas
  • Support the Chief Engineer on various design trades and analysis
  • Chair the pilot working group
  • Provide flight experienced leadership in critical program phases and reviews, such as SRR, PDR, CDR, FRR, and TRR
  • Provide direction to engineers on design definition, simulator flights, test planning, test card writing, flight test techniques, test conduct, test reporting, and proposal preparation
  • Ensure effective test pilot training, FTE training, MCR training and ensuring proficiency of staff
  • Perform initial flights on prototypes and test articles for new clean sheet air vehicles
  • Plan, develop, and perform flight tests to verify air worthiness, performance capabilities, and mission effectiveness using various simulators, surrogate aircraft, test-bed aircraft, and the program air vehicle.
  • Partner closely with the Directors of Test and Safety to ensure that the test team is conducting safe and effective ground and flight test operations
  • Collaborate with Service test pilots as well as Integrated Test Team personnel
  • Develop standards and protocols and ensure lessons learned are communicated with appropriate teams
  • Develop and manage the test vehicle pilot handbook and eventual NATOPS manual

Basic Qualifications:

  • Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Science and 14 years of experience or a Master's Degree in Science and 12 years of experience or a PhD and 10 years of experience for Senior Staff level position
  • Military Test Pilot School graduate of USNTPS, USAFTPS, Empire Test Pilots School, or EPNER
  • Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated government Top Secret clearance (DoD must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company.
  • Must have the ability to obtain and hold an FAA Second Class medical certificate
  • Must have a minimum of 1,250 hours tactical aircraft pilot time with 500 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC)
  • Must have previous experience as a test pilot in a developmental test program
  • Must have aircraft carrier pilot experience (>150 arrested landings)
  • Must have strong leadership and communication skills with relevant flight test leadership experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Weapons School graduate
  • Must have 5th Generation fighter flight hours
  • Multi-Engine Land and Single Engine Land FAA Commercial pilot license
  • 737 Type Certification
  • Knowledge and experience with risk management and mitigation
  • Previous experience leading a military or corporate test organization
  • Master's degree in a related STEM field

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Primary Level Salary Range: $201,400.00 - $302,200.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939

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