Production Test Pilot / CFI - Enstrom Helicopter Corporation : Job Details

ABOUT US

Just beyond the shadows of Motor City and across Lake Michigan lies a small town doing big things – Menominee, Michigan, a place we fondly refer to as “Rotor City.” Here, you'll find Enstrom Helicopter Corporation, a cutting-edge aerospace company, where for more than 65 years, we've designed, built, and manufactured top-of-the-line helicopters.

Do you take pride in your work and seek to direct your passion toward building something amazing? Then join our hardworking, talented team and help us build some of the best helicopters in the business. As we continue to grow our team, we will always prioritize cultivating a family-like atmosphere where every employee can succeed. Everyone, from our CEO to our mechanics to our engineers, comes to work with the same “roll up your sleeves attitude.”

ABOUT THE POSITION

Conduct production flight tests of new aircraft. This entails following an approved procedure to test and adjust the aircraft, engines, avionics systems, and other related systems to assure that the aircraft is in accordance with existing design and performance specifications.

Duties and responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Conduct production acceptance flight tests of Enstrom helicopters to assure the aircraft meets FAA certification standards.
• Debrief engineering and manufacturing personnel of ground and flight discrepancies and provide technical assistance to aid in resolving discrepancies and problems.
• Track & balance main rotor blade sets.
• Conduct pre/post maintenance flights of customer aircraft to determine airworthiness and compliance with FAA standards.
• Support Sales and Marketing by conducting demonstration flights.
• Adhere to production acceptance test procedures and company SOP's.

ABOUT THE REQUIREMENTS

• At least 1000 helicopter flight hours as Pilot in Command.
• Current Rotorcraft FAA Commercial and CFI certificate.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs overhead.
• Helicopter Instrument Rating is desirable.
• A&P License is desirable.
• Previous Enstrom flight time is desirable.

ABOUT THE BENEFITS

As part of the Surack Enterprises family, full-time employees can expect competitive pay, bonus potential, a complete benefits package, and a fulfilling professional outlook.