Maintenance Test Pilot (MTP)

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Maintenance Test Pilot (MTP)

Published on 30/04/2026

Responsibilities

1. Ensure all aircraft inspection procedures, maintenance practices, standards, and records comply with all FAA, EASA, TAMMS and company regulations.
2. Perform as MTP on the concerned aircraft and serve as Pilot in command (PIC) for maintenance test flights, acceptance flights, and support missions as prescribed by customer requirements.
3. Obtain briefing information on purpose of flight test, weather, operation procedures, intelligence, and special instructions; prepare flight plans considering altitude, terrain, weather, aircraft, crew capabilities, threats, operational/training requirements and flight procedures.
4. Ensure that all concerned aircraft are maintained to airworthiness standards prescribed by applicable regulations, technical manuals, airworthiness directives, and good maintenance practices.
5. Ensure the aircraft is pre‑flight inspected, loaded, equipped, and manned for mission; inspect engines, fuselage, and control surfaces for mechanical and structural soundness; test mission equipment; ensure weight and balance, fuel supply, and survival equipment are properly stowed.
6. Brief all crew members and non‑crew members on safety, emergency procedures, and scope of mission; lead PIC and crew in accomplishing assigned mission.
7. Perform prescribed test maneuvers, instrument readings, record results and test specifications as prescribed by the contract or customer requirements.
8. Test both normal and emergency functions of systems; coordinate and direct flight phases of test or support missions with other aircraft.
9. Maintain flight records and report observations made during the mission; conduct and supervise training of crew members; instruct local national crew members in the operation and techniques of maintenance test flying; orient and brief crew and non‑crew on duties, responsibilities, flight operation, and mission profile.
10. Maintain proficiency and currency requirements.
11. Perform limited duties of technical inspector, inspecting maintenance and modification actions on assigned aircraft.
12. Assist as needed with troubleshooting and use of test equipment and with logistical issues to identify needed components or test equipment; work flexible hours as required by the Operations Manager, Production Control Manager, Maintenance Team Lead and/or Maintenance Manager; perform other related tasks as assigned by your Line Manager.

Requirements

Minimum qualifications and skills are not explicitly listed, but candidates should demonstrate strong aviation knowledge, flight test experience, ability to work flexible hours, and proficiency in maintenance procedures.