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Cirrus Aircraft

Designs certified aircraft with CAPS parachute

Production Flight Test Pilot Staff

Full-TimeDeadline 10/8/27
$137.1k - $205.6k/yr
Senior
Bachelor's
Duluth, MN, USA
In Person
Aerospace EngineeringAviation Operations & Aircraft Maintenance

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university is preferred.
  • A minimum of 1,500 hours of pilot-in-command flight time is required.
  • An FAA Commercial or Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) pilot's license with airplane single-engine and instrument ratings is required.
  • A valid First- or Second-Class Medical is required.
  • A passport or the ability to obtain a passport is required.
  • The candidate must be comfortable piloting non-pressurized aircraft to high altitude.
  • Experience in a variety of high-performance aircraft is required.
  • Seven or more years of engineering or aircraft airframe and powerplant mechanic experience is preferred.
  • A background in aviation maintenance, avionics, or similar technical experience is highly desired.
Responsibilities
  • Perform preflight inspections, weight and balance computations, and performance calculations to ensure aircraft flight readiness.
  • Evaluate weather conditions, aircraft status, and other factors to determine a safe go/no-go decision while operating within Cirrus Flight Test safety policies.
  • Pilot aircraft through flight tests to evaluate system operation, performance, handling, and stability and ensure the aircraft meets Type Design, Federal Aviation Administration, and Cirrus Design quality requirements.
  • Observe recording, measuring, and operating instruments and equipment during test flights to evaluate aircraft performance.
  • Gather data points and document aircraft behavior to assist technicians in troubleshooting aircraft or system anomalies.
  • Record and document aircraft performance data and all conditions that do not meet established criteria.
  • Comply with paperwork governing job duties.
  • Comply with Cirrus Design safety policies, including the use of personal protective equipment such as flight suits and eye protection.
  • Assist others by explaining job duties and responsibilities, and provide initial or recurrent training to other test pilots when required.
  • Work as part of a team and function individually; weekend work may be required, and the role may be assigned to different work areas or shifts as production needs require.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Travel overnight and internationally occasionally, as required.
Desired Qualifications
  • Aerobatics, tailwheel, or military flight experience is a plus.
  • A Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) or Certified Flight Instructor-Instrument (CFII) qualification is desired.

About the company

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Cirrus Aircraft

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Cirrus Aircraft designs and builds general aviation airplanes with a focus on safety, including the SR20, SR22, and Vision SF50. Its signature feature is the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS), a whole-airframe parachute used in emergencies. The company differentiates itself by making CAPS standard on every model and by using composite materials and glass cockpits to improve performance and ease of use. Its goal is to make personal aviation safer and more accessible by delivering capable aircraft with integrated safety features.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Duluth, Minnesota

Founded

1984

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What believers are saying

  • H1 2026 revenue rose 24% to HK$737 million as deliveries climbed 16%.
  • Backlog stayed above 1,000 aircraft in August 2026, with book-to-bill near one.
  • TRAC10 opened 2026 with 100-plus orders from 13 flight schools worldwide.

What critics are saying

  • Product-liability lawsuits continue; a large judgment could force expensive redesigns and insurance shock.
  • Two wrongful-death cases and a revived Texas crash suit keep Cirrus under courtroom pressure.
  • If CAPS or composite safety fails again, Cirrus’ safety brand unravels within months.

What makes Cirrus Aircraft unique

  • CAPS comes standard across Cirrus aircraft, making safety the brand’s core identity.
  • Cirrus bundles aircraft, avionics, digital fleet tools, and training into one ecosystem.
  • TRAC10 targets flight schools with a three-seat layout and Garmin AXIS avionics.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Wellness Program
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Parental Leave

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

11%

2 year growth

11%
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