Military Derivatives Test Pilot (Experienced or Senior)

Job description

Job Description

nAt Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

nBoeing Test and Evaluation (BT&E) is seeking a Military Derivatives Test Pilot to join our team in Seattle, WA at Boeing Field.

nThis position will work in the Military Transport division of Boeing Flight Operations. This division develops and flight tests military derivatives of various Boeing commercial aircraft for use by both the US military branches as well as foreign militaries around the world.

nThe designs range from commercially certified supplemental designs to military specific requirements and often involve military specific systems related to communications, surveillance, self-defense systems, aerial refueling, military cargo and airdrop, and weapons delivery.

nOur teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Experienced and Senior Level Military Derivatives Test Pilots.

nPosition Responsibilities Include:

nnnPlan and conduct ground, flight and maintenance test flights for experimental, prototype, new production, and modified production aircraft to determine system functionality, aircraft performance, structural integrity, and certification of aircraft

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nnContributes to technical reports, flight manuals and flight reports

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nnAssists with evaluation of flight data (e.g., system performance, aircraft handling, and equipment malfunction) and participates in aircraft design to recommend changes to design based on operational considerations

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nnCollaborates on marketing, evaluation and demonstration activities for customers

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n nBasic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

nnnBachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

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nnAbility to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship

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nnMilitary flight test experience in transport category airplanes

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nnCommercial Certificate or FAA ATP with appropriate endorsements

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nnCurrent FAA Class II medical certificate or the ability to obtain one

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n nPreferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

nnnLevel 4: Five or more years military flight test experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

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nnMilitary test pilot school graduate

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nnMilitary flight test experience in the KC-46, P-8 or similar aircraft

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nnActive U.S. Secret Security Clearance (US Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

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nnPrior aerial refueling qualification and/or aerial refueling certification test experience

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nnType ratings in Boeing commercial model aircraft desired

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nnExperience with the processes and procedures for certification of aircraft, including Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Department of Defense (DOD) requirements. Ability to assess type design data for showing compliance

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n nDrug Free Workplace:

nBoeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

nConflict of Interest:

nSuccessful candidate for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

nPilot Records Database:

nAll pilots will be screened through the current pilot records database process.

nTravel:

nTravel is required for this position and varies from 5-20% of the time depending on specific program activity.

nPay & Benefits:

nAt Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

nThe Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

nThe specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

nPay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

nSummary Pay Range:

nExperienced Level

nP3 : $206,550 - $279,450

nSenior Level P4: $241,400 - $326,600

nApplications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 08, 2026

nExport Control Requirements:

nThis position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required.

n“U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

nExport Control Details:

nUS based job, US Person required

nEducation

nBachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

nRelocation

nThis position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

nSecurity Clearance

nThis position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

nVisa Sponsorship

nEmployer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

nShift

nThis position is for 1st shift

nEqual Opportunity Employer:

nBoeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

nBoeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Worksite address

seattle, WA, 98127, US

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