Test Pilot (d/f/m)

Job Description

Are you passionate about aircraft development and flight testing? An immediate vacancy for a qualified Test Pilot (d/f/m) has arisen within Airbus (Commercial Aircraft) at our test centre in Hamburg Finkenwerder. You will operate in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment, working closely with experts from many teams across Airbus Commercial Aircraft. As a test pilot, you will be responsible for preparing and executing production test and customer acceptance flights. You may also conduct technical flight tests on in-service aircraft such as maintenance check flights and tests of corporate jet conversions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct production test activities (ground and flight) and perform acceptance flights with customers, as Captain or First Officer.
• Occasionally, conduct development and research test flights; certification flights; demonstration flights and training flights, according to the privileges of your qualifications.
• Perform flight test manoeuvres safely and accurately, recognizing and recovering from dangerous flight conditions in time-critical situations.
• Take responsibility for the safety and efficiency of each flight as Pilot in Command or First Officer.
• Conduct and/or participate in detailed briefings and debriefings for flight and ground testing activities.
• Prepare and/or review the required test reports after each assigned test flight or ground activity.
• Be proactive in identifying and reporting product safety, certification and in-service efficiency issues.
• Act as internal ‘first customer’ to ensure product safety and quality before entry into service or aircraft delivery.
• Support marketing and sales campaigns and other customer support activities as designated.
• Use effective communication skills to present the results of testing.
• Conduct specific additional duties in the Flight and Integration Test Centre as allocated (planning, scheduling of crews, safety management and flight crew representation).

Note: This position is based in Hamburg with potential missions to Toulouse or other Airbus Flight Test bases.

Essential requirements

• Graduate of a recognised flight test training school
• EASA ATPL (A), Class 1 Medical, and Flight Test Rating (Category 1 or Category 2). Candidates with non-EASA qualifications must obtain EASA qualifications prior to employment.
• Previous experience in a civilian or military flight test organisation or department
• English (negotiation level)
• Significant experience on multi-crew transport category aircraft including command

Desirable requirements

• Type Rating on an Airbus aircraft type (A320, A330/350, A340, or A380)
• Operational experience in the airline environment
• German language (beginner/intermediate)
• French language (beginner/intermediate)

Personal skills

• Excellent communication skills and ability to speak up in front of a larger group
• Sustainable long-term thinking as part of professional DNA
• Active listening and understanding the needs of various stakeholders
• Ability to assert viewpoints and influence others when needed
• Positive, collaborative attitude and a passion for team spirit
• Critical thinking and willingness to question existing processes

Company and compliance

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus should be reported to This job requires awareness of potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.