T-6 Instructor Pilot - Part-time/Variable

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a T-6 Instructor Pilot, Part-time/Variable to support our team at Edwards AFB, CA. Serve as Pilot-In-Command on single or multiple aircraft platform types to include the T-6 at Edwards AFB and other CONUS locations. Plan, coordinate, and conduct chase, ferry, and support of production and non-production aircraft. Create procedures and processes for MTSI operations and test support documentation. Ensure safety of flight and positive communications with external agencies based on real-time operations considerations. Responsibilities Functions as Pilot-in-Command and supervises all flight air crew members. Performs aircrew duties per aircraft flight manuals. Communicates flight details and conducts pre- and post-flight briefings. Verifies weight & balance specifications. Determines adequate aircraft performance for all phases of flight. Performs as a member of an integrated team to ensure safe and efficient operation of the aircraft(s) by adhering to the principles of crew resource management and company/regulatory guidance. Plan and conduct inflight pilot duties of production aircraft. Direct and execute required maneuvers to verify system configuration, aircraft navigation and performance. Validates aircraft operation and configuration to meet approved production flight test requirements. Performs instructor pilot duties. Instructs pilots during upgrade, recurrent and transition training, and TPS Qual Evaluations. Must have the ability and willingness to work with irregular hours and workdays. Required Graduate of a military Test Pilot School (TPS) OR could obtain a Non-TPS Approval per DCMA 8210.1D. Previous experience acting as a T-6 Instructor Pilot Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience Job requires FAA commercial and flight instructor certificates (SE Land) with the appropriate endorsements. Minimum of FAA Class II medical certificate. 1,500 hours total flight time Maturity and professionalism to interface with a team of discipline engineers in Mission Control Room. Work well in either a team environment or independently. Position requires willingness to accept changing and evolving roles & responsibilities in support of customers' requirements and needs. Multi-engine, instrument, and/or ATP FAA pilot ratings Minimum of 100 flight hours in turbine/turboprop aircraft. Education Requirements Bachelor's degree is desired. Clearance Requirements Clearance preferred Travel Approximately 10 - 25% travel may be required. U.S. Citizenship is required. Pay range for this position in California is $100.00 per hour to $115.00 per hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via MTSI's internal or external careers site. Benefits Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year 6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December) Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance. MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide. For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com MTSI embraces nine core values including our first core value of Employees come first. Consistent with our Core Values, we are committed to Equal Opportunity, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. MTSI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with physical and/or mental disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr