Join Amentum in Arlington,VA,USA as a Functional Flight Check

Amentum is a leading government services contractor known for its commitment to operational excellence and support of critical missions worldwide. Specializing in delivering integrated solutions across multiple domains, Amentum is dedicated to providing exceptional service to key stakeholders, including Cabinet Members, senior military leaders, and foreign dignitaries. As a prominent contractor serving the Department of Defense and other agencies, the company focuses on safety, precision, and adherence to stringent standards in all of its aviation and flight operations. The Functional Flight Check Pilot role at Amentum is crucial to maintaining the highest levels of aircraft safety and operational readiness. This position involves conducting test flights and aircraft proficiency demonstrations on UH-1N helicopters following any maintenance or modifications. The pilot plays an essential role in determining the airworthiness of aircraft prior to flight, ensuring compliance with all relevant publications and procedures. As part of this responsibility, the pilot performs troubleshooting both on the ground and in flight, and is tasked with addressing any deficiencies through detailed write-ups or verbal guidance. In this capacity, the Functional Flight Check Pilot supports highly sensitive HQ USAF operational plans and the safe air transportation of high-profile individuals such as Cabinet Members, senior military personnel, and foreign dignitaries. The role demands participation in recovery flights, ferrying aircraft to maintenance depots or other designated locations, and verification of maintenance forms and records to ensure conformity with required work prior to inspections or flight testing. Additionally, the pilot assists in alert status operations, testing of modifications, and functions as a key member of Maintenance Recovery Teams during operational checks or test flights. Flight operations may include night sorties or instrument flight rules (IFR) flights during recovery, training, or ferry missions. The pilot is expected to deploy as needed to meet mission requirements and provide instruction to military aircrews regarding Functional Check Flight (FCF) procedures, strictly adhering to Performance Work Statement (PWS) requirements. The role also requires the ability to interpret meteorological data for filing accurate flight plans and to handle navigational and communication equipment with proficiency. The position requires a highly skilled aviator with the capability to compute and document aircraft weight and balance logs accurately. The chosen candidate will undergo regular proficiency checks conducted by military-authorized examination agencies and must maintain a current FAA Medical Certificate of at least second class. Amentum offers a competitive hourly wage starting at $92.37, accompanied by a comprehensive benefits package. This role demands flexibility in scheduling as dictated by maintenance test flights and operational needs. As a company, Amentum fosters an inclusive and equal opportunity work environment, supporting diversity and equal employment irrespective of race, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or other protected categories. The Functional Flight Check Pilot position is an opportunity for seasoned helicopter pilots with a background in military or commercial aviation to contribute to critical national missions while advancing their professional skills in a dynamic, mission-driven organization.

• High school diploma or GED
• Meet training and qualification requirements of all applicable technical data
• Valid FAA commercial pilot certificate with rotorcraft and instrument ratings
• Successfully completed proficiency check within previous 17 months
• Proof of graduation from US Army UH-1 Maintenance Test Pilot Course, USAF Functional Check Flight Certifications, other military equivalent course/certification, or FAA test flight program in UH-1 or commercial equivalent
• Possess or able to attain FAA Medical Certificate Second Class
• Minimum 1,500 hours first pilot with 500 hours experience in helicopters, including 300 hours in UH-1 or commercial equivalent prior to performing functional check flights
• Able to work varied weekly schedules driven by maintenance test flights and operational requirements
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
• Fluent in English
• Ability to obtain and maintain flightline driver's license
• Must obtain and maintain TS/SCI security clearance
• US citizenship required to obtain clearance