Test Pilot, Avionics Engineering (onsite - KCID)

Flight Test Pilot

Collins Aerospace is seeking an experienced flight test pilot to support the development and certification of its cutting edge avionics product lines. This position is responsible for the development, planning, execution, and reporting of flight test activities. This is an onsite position based at the Eastern Iowa Airport located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

What you will do:

• Performs the duties of pilot-in-command (PIC) or second-in-command (SIC) on company owned or operated aircraft.
• Coordinate with other engineering teams to prepare flight test plans and reports necessary to show compliance to applicable requirements.
• Perform and witness ground/flight tests to verify procedures are followed and valid data is captured.
• Finds compliance to regulations in accordance with your authorization/discipline.
• Utilize proper risk management to ensure flights are conducted with acceptable levels of safety and that hazards are identified and either mitigated or eliminated.
• Participate in research and development activities to advance the maturity and safety of company products.
• Contributes to the overall operation of the flight test operations department.
• Remain current and qualified in multiple aircraft as assigned based on project needs.
• Successfully participate in and apply learning from company-sponsored training.
• Use your professionalism and sound judgment.
• Maintain the highest degree of objectivity.

Education & experience you must have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience.
• This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons.

Qualifications you must have:

• Commercial Pilot AMEL with an Instrument Rating.
• Minimum of 2000 hours TT, 1500 Multi-engine.
• FAA First-Class Medical certificate.
• Previous flight experience in a multi-crew turbine aircraft.
• Ability to travel worldwide without restriction.
• Knowledge of engineering flight test or FAA Part 23/25 certification.

What we offer:

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other – propel us all higher, again and again. Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day. The salary range for this role is 147,000 USD - 295,000 USD.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.