UAS Test Pilot - Skunk Works MD (Level 5) (, MD, United States)

What You Will Be Doing

As the UAS Test Pilot - Skunk Works MD (Level 5) you will be responsible for conducting comprehensive flight test missions, evaluating aircraft performance against specifications, and coordinating test operations to ensure safety and mission success.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Execute flight test plans, including compliance and operational suitability assessments.
• Operate diverse test aircraft models during engineering, production acceptance, and flight test support.
• Coordinate flight operations efforts and approve cockpit configurations.
• Conduct demonstration flights for customers, government officials, and stakeholders.
• Document test results and provide recommendations for aircraft improvements.

Who You Are

You are an experienced aviator with a proven track record in flight testing and aircraft evaluation. You thrive in high‑stakes environments, are meticulous, and collaborate closely with engineers and stakeholders to drive performance improvements. Your expertise in test planning, safety management, and stakeholder communication makes this role uniquely impactful.

Basic Qualifications

• Graduate of a formal Test Pilot School.
• 8+ years of experience operating manned or unmanned aircraft under DoD instruction/regulations with 1,000 hours minimum PIC time.
• Experience in flight testing with the ability to work with engineering to develop solutions to integration issues and to bridge customers with Lockheed Martin engineering teams.
• In‑depth knowledge of military publications and an understanding of NAS/ICAO requirements for large UAS operations.
• In‑depth knowledge and understanding of aircraft survivability strategies and tactics.
• Current Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain program access within a reasonable period.

Desired Skills

• Experience in all flight test disciplines, including weapons, avionics, and flight sciences.
• Instructor/training experience a plus.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Program management/leadership integration.

Security Clearance

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN. This position requires a Top Secret clearance. The selected candidate must possess an active Top Secret clearance to start.

Location

The work will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

Pay Range

Base salary range: $156,400 – $275,655.

Benefits

Lockheed Martin offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.