Test Pilot Skunk Works-Level 6

Test Pilot Skunk Works-Level 6

You will be a Test Pilot on the Lockheed Martin Flight Operations Team. Our team is looking for an energetic test pilot who wants to be on the cutting edge of technology.

What You Will Be Doing : As a Test Pilot supporting our Advanced Development Programs, better known as Skunk Works, you will transform and accelerate our programs. We want a person who is willing to provide leadership, apply technical acumen, and make the team better. Your responsibilities will include :

• Pilot Vehicle Interface (PVI) development, requirements development, market assist.
• Subject matter expert on all aspects of aircraft development, test, fielding, and sustainment.
• Subject matter expert for flight test to include flight test planning, run card development, test execution and reporting.
• Fly manned and unmanned missions such as experimental, developmental, production, engineering flight test, test support, customer demonstration flights and others as assigned.
• Coordinates flight operations efforts. Approves cockpit configuration. May conduct demonstration flights with customers, government officials, or other personnel aboard to exhibit aircraft performance, flying qualities and system capabilities.
• Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

What's In It For You : 3 day weekends every weekend! From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security.

Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you. At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, we're taking innovation to the next level. From designing the most advanced air vehicle to designing aircraft that defies gravity, our engineers live on the cutting edge of technology. This position is in Palmdale, CA.

1,000 hours first pilot time.

Experience in all flight test disciplines to include weapons, avionics, and flight sciences.

Instructor / training experience a plus.

Strong communication and organizational skills.

Program Management / Leadership Integration

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

Pay Rate : The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $177,500 - $313,030. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education / training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered : Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees : accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year. This position is incentive plan eligible.

Pay Rate : The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $204,200 - $353,855. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education / training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered : Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. This position is incentive plan eligible.