Maintenance Test Pilot - UH-1V/H

Installation/Maintenance/Repair Maintenance Test Pilot - UH-1V/H  Job Description: DS2 is accepting resumes for an Airplane Maintenance Test Pilot (UH-V/H) at our Fort Polk, LA location. Tests aircraft to determine compliance with specification and operational suitability. Pilots models of test aircraft during engineering tests, production acceptance, and flight test support through specifically prescribed tests and maneuvers. Approves/recommends approval of cockpit configuration. May conduct demonstration flights with customers, government officials, or other personnel aboard to exhibit aircraft performance, flying qualities and system capabilities. Specific Job Description: Pilot UH-1V/H for the purposes of flight-testing. Reviews forms and records to ascertain factors, such as flight readiness, weight & Balance, and fuel supply. Files flight plans verifying weather conditions, flight route, and schedule. Receive and Orders changes in fuel supply, load, route, or schedule to insure safety of flight. Reads gauges to verify that oil, hydraulic fluid, and fuel quantities are at prescribed levels prior to starting engines. Starts engines and performs maintenance operational checks on aircraft systems to verify operational readiness. Contacts control tower by radio to obtain takeoff clearance and instructions. Pilot aircraft adhering to flight plan, regulations and procedures of the Federal Government, company, and supported customer. Logs information, such as flight time, landings, and fuel consumed. Must hold current MTP certifications and able to pass an Army flight physical. Must convert to a Louisiana drivers license. Experience/Training requirements: A certified Maintenance Test Pilot with a minimum of five years experience or equivalent training; as a maintenance test pilot and 1500 hours flight time on UH-1V/H rotary aircraft is required. Candidate must be a high school graduate or completed an equivalent educational program. Candidate must possess steel toed safety shoes. Must consent to drug testing and, if required, be approved for a security clearance. Per Diem and Travel Reimbursement will be paid at Joint Travel Regulation Rates and/or Contract Rates when authorized. Required Skills: test pilotDefense Support Services LLC (DS2) is a Lockheed Martin and Day & Zimmermann company. It was created to focus the resources of two of the industry's leading suppliers in equipment and facility maintenance. With over 7,000 professionals working with DS2, we support the Department of Defense on five continents at over 100 locations. DS2 is actively seeking employees with sufficient experience in the above maintenance categories including the specific job classifications listed below. DS2 offers competitive compensation plans and an excellent benefit package to include medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance and a 401K savings plan. DS2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F. Contact Information Contact: Linda K. Reilly Address: 400 Executive Center Drive, Suite 100Greenville,SC 29615 Phone: (864) 458-3260