Take Flight with Purpose: Join PDS Tech as a Production Pilot in Mesa, AZ

Location: Onsite – Mesa, AZ
Job Type: On call | Consultant (12-Month Contract)
Schedule: Monday–Friday | First Shift (Start time variable as needed)
Pay Rate: $68.58 – $110.44/hour (commensurate with experience)
Travel: Domestic travel required
 

Elevate Aerospace Excellence

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a highly skilled Production Pilot to support Maintenance Test Flight operations in Mesa, AZ. In this critical role, you’ll ensure the airworthiness of AH-64E Apache helicopters following production, maintenance, or modification. Your expertise will directly impact flight safety, operational readiness, and mission success.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform Maintenance Operational Checks (MOC) and Maintenance Test Flights (MTF)

• Conduct in-flight troubleshooting and verifications

• Serve as Pilot in Command (PIC) for AH-64E aircraft

• Lead pre- and post-flight briefings with flight crews and maintenance teams

• Utilize technical manuals including the AH-64E IETM, Operators Manual, MTF Manual, and Checklist Manual

• Ensure compliance with airworthiness standards and flight safety protocols

What You Bring

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of U.S. Army AH-64E Aircraft Qualification Course (AQC) or equivalent

• Completion of AH-64 Aviation Maintenance Officers Course (AMOC) Phase I & II or DES-approved equivalent

• Minimum 1,000 flight hours as AH-64D/E Pilot-in-Command

• Minimum 100 flight hours as AH-64D/E Maintenance Test Pilot

• Current Army or FAA Class II Flight Physical (valid for at least 6 months upon hire)

• Ability to travel domestically on short notice

• This position requires a security clearance, and candidates are required to be U.S. Citizens.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience as an AH-64D/E Maintenance Examiner (ME)

• Experience operating AH-64E in desert environments

• Background as an AH-64 Technical Inspector

• 10+ years of aviation maintenance experience

• 3+ years in Production Control or aviation maintenance supervision

• Familiarity with ULLS-A(E)/ACN or similar maintenance systems

• Ability to meet currency requirements per AH-64D/E Aircrew Training Manual within 30 days of hire

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech, we connect top-tier talent with cutting-edge aerospace programs. As a Production Pilot, you’ll be part of a team that values precision, safety, and innovation. We offer:

• Competitive pay based on your experience

• A mission-driven environment where your skills make a real impact

• Opportunities to work on state-of-the-art military aircraft

• A culture of excellence, integrity, and collaboration

Ready to Take the Controls?

If you're a seasoned AH-64E pilot with a passion for precision and performance, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help us keep the future of flight mission-ready.

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