United Airlines Inc Hiring for Senior Manager – Flight Test Operations Job at Denver, CO Full Time

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Flight Operations

The Flight Operations team includes aircraft pilots and pilot support.

Job overview and responsibilities

The Flight Test Operations Senior Manager oversees and coordinates global operations of Flight Test in the conduct of post-maintenance functional check, developmental, new airplane acceptance, special ferry permit and other flight activities. The Flight Test Operations Senior Manager is also responsible for the safe conduct of all test flights, including risk assessment of test maneuvers and Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) airport test operations. In addition, The Flight Test Operations Senior Manager collaborates on the development of flight test standards, flight test publications and the test pilot training program, to include initial and recurrent with the Flight Test Training Manager. Coordinates as necessary with the NOC, Technical Operations, Engineering and Quality Control divisions to provide the highest quality of line airplanes to support the line operation.

• Defines, develops and administers United Airlines Flight Test Operations
• Daily management of the global test flying operation
• Maintains program documentation and coordinates with airplane manufacturers and other industry stakeholders as needed
• Collaborates with the Flight Test Training Manager with the development of Flight Test Standards
• Works with other airline divisions to ensure Flight Test operations are supported as required
• Manages Flight Test operations and NRFO Group 2 flying to ensure compliance with airline policies and FAA regulations
• Ensures accurate and timely delivery of Flight Test reports (monthly, quarterly, ad hoc) to senior division leadership as required
• Ensures Group 2 Non Revenue Flight Operations are conducted safely and efficiently

• Test Pilot School graduate
• Bachelors degree in technical, engineering or aviation related discipline required
• 5 years experience working in an Airline or Aviation Flight operations capacity
• Proven experience working through complex analysis and experience in developing corrective actions required
• ATP with multiple type ratings in United airplanes required
• Working knowledge of Test Flight and Safety Management Systems required
• Working knowledge of post overhaul maintenance flying required
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and presentation skills required
• Must have skills in working complex programs or projects required
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

• USAF, USN or Empire Test pilot school preferred
• 5 years experience in United Airlines Flight Test preferred
• Chief Test Pilot experience preferred
• Experimental test flight experience preferred

At United, we offer a competitive compensation package, with benefits including: medical, dental, vision, life, accident and disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, and flight privileges. Salary and benefits information is being included in this job posting in a ccordance with Colorado state law.

Bonus eligible: yes