Helicopter Pilot
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About the Role
Seeking an experienced Maintenance Test Pilot with AS550 flight experience to join a premier military aviation maintenance organization in the UAE. The role involves conducting functional check flights, maintenance test flights, and operational evaluations to ensure aircraft airworthiness and mission readiness.
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Responsibilities
- Conduct maintenance test flights following scheduled and unscheduled maintenance
- Perform functional check flights to verify aircraft airworthiness
- Evaluate aircraft performance, handling characteristics, and system functionality
- Identify discrepancies and coordinate corrective actions with maintenance personnel
- Debrief maintenance teams regarding aircraft performance and required repairs
- Ensure compliance with all flight safety regulations, maintenance procedures, and quality standards
- Maintain accurate flight logs, maintenance documentation, and inspection records
- Support aircraft acceptance, return to service inspections, and operational readiness activities
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of aviation maintenance experience
- Minimum 1,000 Pilot in Command (PIC) flight hours
- Minimum 200 Maintenance Test Pilot (MTP) flight hours on the AS550
- Valid Commercial or Military Pilot License with Maintenance/Test Pilot Rating
- Current FAA or Military Flight Medical Certificate (or equivalent)
- Military rotary wing aviation experience required
- Strong knowledge of aircraft systems, flight testing procedures, and maintenance operations
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Position Summary
- The Maintenance Test Pilot (AS550) is responsible for conducting functional check flights, maintenance test flights, and operational evaluations following scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance. This role works closely with maintenance teams to identify, troubleshoot, and verify corrective a
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of aviation maintenance experience
- Minimum 1,000 Pilot in Command (PIC) flight hours
- Minimum 200 Maintenance Test Pilot (MTP) flight hours on the AS550
- Valid Commercial or Military Pilot License with Maintenance/Test Pilot Rating
- Current FAA or Military Flight Medical Certificate (or equivalent)
- Military rotary wing aviation experience required
- Strong knowledge of aircraft systems, flight testing procedures, and maintenance operations
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting military aviation maintenance organizations
- Instructor Pilot or Standardization Pilot experience
- Operational experience in demanding or deployed environments
- Strong understanding of maintenance documentation and technical publications
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct maintenance test flights following scheduled and unscheduled maintenance
- Perform functional check flights to verify aircraft airworthiness
- Evaluate aircraft performance, handling characteristics, and system functionality
- Identify discrepancies and coordinate corrective actions with maintenance personnel
- Debrief maintenance teams regarding aircraft performance and required repairs
- Ensure compliance with all flight safety regulations, maintenance procedures, and quality standards
- Maintain accurate flight logs, maintenance documentation, and inspection records
- Support aircraft acceptance, return to service inspections, and operational readiness activities
Compensation & Benefits
- AED 65,000 per month (approximately USD $17,695 per month, tax free)
- 30 working days of paid annual leave
- Annual round trip airfare to home country for employee and eligible dependents
- Child education allowance for eligible dependents
- Comprehensive medical insurance for employee and eligible dependents
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