UH-1N Test Pilot (Maintenance)

Akima

  • Fairchild Air Force Base, WA
  • $112,500 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Company Overview:Work Where it MattersAkima Logistics Services (ALS), an Akima company, is not just another federal logistics contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.At ALS, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.For our shareholders, ALS provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.For our government customers, ALS delivers aviation logistics and supply chain services to the Department of Defense and federal civilian government.As an ALS employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options. Description:ALS is looking for a UH -1N Test Pilot (Maintenance) to work in Fairchild AFB. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today! Responsibilities:
  • Performs test flights and demonstrates aircraft proficiency upon completion of aircraft maintenance or modifications on aircraft.
  • Determines in accordance with publications and procedures the airworthiness of aircraft prior to release for flight.
  • Performs troubleshooting procedures of aircraft on the ground and during flight and makes appropriate write-ups or gives verbal instructions to correct deficiencies.
  • Verifies forms and records used in the performance of maintenance to ensure they comply with work performed prior to ground or flight checks.
  • Deploys cross country, when required, to support contract requirements when maintenance test flights are anticipated.
  • Interprets meteorological data as it pertains to filing a flight plan for the navigational course of flight needed for a sortie and files a flight plan for all flights using authorized processes.
  • Ensures proper documentation is chronicled.
  • Capable of computing and annotating weight and balance logs for the aircraft.
  • Performs within the broad guidelines of duties and responsibilities with a significant choice of methods.
  • Retains the authority to select and implement goals and objectives within the execution of duties and responsibilities.
  • Responsible for flight safety, crew member currency, disposition of final MTF status ensuring aircraft airworthiness is validated.
Qualifications:
  • 2,000 hours of pilot in command time.
  • 1500 hours rotary wing operation time and in the same aircraft type and design (UH-1N).
  • FCF and single pilot time desired with previous or current UH-1N qualification and FCF certification required.
  • Pilots must have FAA Flight Instructor certificate with rotorcraft and instrument ratings (or military equivalent) and have successfully completed a proficiency check within the last 17 months.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen with a valid driver's license.
Benefits Information: Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees. Pay Range: $112,500/year Job ID: 2025-18121 Work Type: On-Site

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