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Test Pilot Advisor

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
401(k)
United States, Nevada, Nellis Air Force Base
Mar 03, 2026
MTSI is seeking a Test Pilot Advisor at Nellis AFB, Nevada with a TS/SCI Security Clearance. This role provides critical expertise in the planning, execution, and management of flight tests for a variety of advanced aircraft. The successful candidate will leverage a deep understanding of flight test principles to develop and coordinate comprehensive test plans, guide all phases of flight testing from initial safety reviews to in-flight execution, and serve as an expert as required in a Mission Control Room environment. The position requires acting as a key technical advisor, providing expert guidance on aircraft systems, flight dynamics, and operational capabilities to engineering and production teams, while also analyzing flight test data to recommend design modifications and ensure all technical and safety requirements are met. The Test Pilot SME will also manage programmatic and technical coordination by collaborating with diverse stakeholders, managing aircraft configuration and scheduling, and preparing detailed reports and briefings to communicate test results, findings, and recommendations to senior leadership. Key Responsibilities: Develop, coordinate, and lead all phases of flight test planning and execution to ensure safe and effective evaluation of advanced aircraft. Provide critical subject matter expertise and technical consultation on aircraft systems, performance, and operational capabilities to guide engineering and development efforts. Direct programmatic and technical coordination between engineering, program management, and external stakeholders to align flight test activities with project goals. Analyze and interprets complex flight test data to validate aircraft performance, identify deficiencies, and provide actionable recommendations for system improvements Required Certifications/Qualifications USAF Test Pilot School Graduate More than 750 hours fighter flight experience Education/Experience: Master's Degree with 4+ years of experience or Bachelor's Degree with 8+ years of experience Clearance Required: TS/SCI with SAP eligible Travel: Up to once per month, CONUS and OCONUS possible. #LI-MS1 #MTSIjobs #mtsi #onsite Interesting Work: Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security. Values: Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry. 100% Employee Owned: We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year. Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for: Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year Flexible schedules 6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December) Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan Track Record of Success: We have grown every year since our founding in 1993. Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide. For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com MTSI embraces nine core values including our first core value of Employees come first. Consistent with our Core Values, we are committed to Equal Opportunity, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. MTSI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with physical and/or mental disabilities.