Pivotal
Flight Test Pilot
Pivotal, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
Pivotal is the leader in the emerging market of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. We design, develop, and manufacture light eVTOL aircraft and are renowned for the BlackFly, the first light eVTOL to fly manned missions and enter the consumer market.Efficient, compact, and simple, Pivotal vehicles are designed for a wide range of consumer, public service, and defense applications. Our distinctive tilt-aircraft architecture and scalable platform have been in development, preparing to enter the market for over 10 years. We recently announced our next-generation aircraft, the Helix, planned for general release and scalable production in early 2025.Mobility is one of the most highly-valued areas of technology investment today. This is the right company, in the right space, the right strategy, at the right time. We invite you to join our amazing team and grow with us.About the jobWe are a fast-growing company with a single lofty goal: to bring personal aviation to the general public. Innovating at the leading edge of electric aviation technology, we have developed BlackFly, the world’s first ultralight all-electric fixed-wing VTOL personal aircraft. Join us in ushering in a new age of aviation.We are seeking someone with a passion for innovation and technology, who possesses experience with mechanical manufacturing and electromechanical design.Responsibilities
Develop and lead human flight testing as a company disciplineLead and participate in experimental and vehicle qualification flight testing as the pilot in command (PIC) and remote operatorCollaborate with the engineering and operations teams on the development and evaluation of the aircraft design, controls and operationsSupport the certification of UAV Experimental aircraft, test site registration and NOTAM filingAssist with the design and implementation of in-seat and remote operator training programsDevelop and maintain flight manuals, operations, checklists and proceduresSupport development of customer training programsSupport test planning, risk assessment and mitigations, Safety Management System (SMS), test planning and reportingQualifications
Training from National Test Pilot School, Navy, USAF Test Pilot SchoolExperience operating remotely piloted/controlled aircraft4+ years experience with experimental flight test methods and safety cultureDemonstrated application of Crew Resource Management principlesDemonstrated experience with Human Factors Design and EvaluationExperience using rigorous scientific methods for testing and troubleshootingComfortable managing and manipulating data and documentationAble to write in a clear and concise mannerAbility to support off-site travel to conduct development and certification flight testingBonus Qualifications
5+ years years as a pilot and/or test pilot including rotorcraft and fixed wing aircraftDemonstrated experience with Human Factors Design and EvaluationExperience with Aircraft CertificationBS in a related engineering field, can be substituted with significant developmental flight test experience for otherwise highly qualified candidatesGraduate of an SETP recognized test pilot schoolRemote Pilot Part 107FAA ATP License & CFIIFAA Commercial Pilot License and Instrument RatingCurrent FAA Class II MedicalAdvanced Google Sheet or MS Excel skillsPersonal Attributes
Thrive in a fast-moving, stimulating, and collaborative team environmentResourceful, curious, never satisfied with the status quoStrong work ethic, organized, detail-oriented, and able to multitaskAlways thinking about how to increase efficiency and improve processesProactive about solving problems and suggesting solutionsStrong Communication and teamwork skillsStrong work ethic and detail-orientedLove for learning and being challengedApplicants must be eligible for employment in the United States and willing to work onsite at our HQ office in Palo Alto, CA.Pivotal offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k plans.Pivotal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pivotal does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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Develop and lead human flight testing as a company disciplineLead and participate in experimental and vehicle qualification flight testing as the pilot in command (PIC) and remote operatorCollaborate with the engineering and operations teams on the development and evaluation of the aircraft design, controls and operationsSupport the certification of UAV Experimental aircraft, test site registration and NOTAM filingAssist with the design and implementation of in-seat and remote operator training programsDevelop and maintain flight manuals, operations, checklists and proceduresSupport development of customer training programsSupport test planning, risk assessment and mitigations, Safety Management System (SMS), test planning and reportingQualifications
Training from National Test Pilot School, Navy, USAF Test Pilot SchoolExperience operating remotely piloted/controlled aircraft4+ years experience with experimental flight test methods and safety cultureDemonstrated application of Crew Resource Management principlesDemonstrated experience with Human Factors Design and EvaluationExperience using rigorous scientific methods for testing and troubleshootingComfortable managing and manipulating data and documentationAble to write in a clear and concise mannerAbility to support off-site travel to conduct development and certification flight testingBonus Qualifications
5+ years years as a pilot and/or test pilot including rotorcraft and fixed wing aircraftDemonstrated experience with Human Factors Design and EvaluationExperience with Aircraft CertificationBS in a related engineering field, can be substituted with significant developmental flight test experience for otherwise highly qualified candidatesGraduate of an SETP recognized test pilot schoolRemote Pilot Part 107FAA ATP License & CFIIFAA Commercial Pilot License and Instrument RatingCurrent FAA Class II MedicalAdvanced Google Sheet or MS Excel skillsPersonal Attributes
Thrive in a fast-moving, stimulating, and collaborative team environmentResourceful, curious, never satisfied with the status quoStrong work ethic, organized, detail-oriented, and able to multitaskAlways thinking about how to increase efficiency and improve processesProactive about solving problems and suggesting solutionsStrong Communication and teamwork skillsStrong work ethic and detail-orientedLove for learning and being challengedApplicants must be eligible for employment in the United States and willing to work onsite at our HQ office in Palo Alto, CA.Pivotal offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k plans.Pivotal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pivotal does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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