Pilot 2/3
by Northrop Grumman
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Date Posted
September 1, 2026
Employment Type
Full Time
Salary Range
Negotiable
Cost of Living
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Application Deadline
October 1, 2026
Description
Description
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Northrop Grumman Corporation is seeking a Pilot to operate our company-owned King Air 350 aircraft on scheduled Part 91 employee Shuttle (Monday through Friday). This position is based San Diego, CA (MYF). Pilots are home almost every night, off on weekends, have an advanced one month work schedule.
Must possess airline transport license with multi-engine and instrument ratings, pass Class 1 physical examination, FAA examinations, and flight proficiency tests.
This position may be filled at a higher level based on the requirements below.
Basic Qualifications for Pilot 2:
· Bachelors Degree and 2 years of aviation experience or High School Diploma and 6 years aviation experience
· Minimum flight experience required – Must have passed ATP written test, and meets FAA requirements to obtain ATP.
· FAA multi-engine certificate and Class 1 medical certificate with no waivers is required
· An FAA pilot record check and a security background check will be performed; participation in an FAA-approved drug and alcohol screening program is required
· Residence/relocation within 1.0 hour driving time from Base airport location
Basic Qualifications for Pilot 3:
· Bachelors Degree and 5 years of aviation experience or High School Diploma and 9 years aviation experience
· Minimum flight experience required - 3000 hours total fixed wing; 1000 hours Multi-engine, and 500 hours turbine
· FAA multi-engine ATP certificate and Class 1 medical certificate with no waivers is required
· An FAA pilot record check and a security background check will be performed; participation in an FAA-approved drug and alcohol screening program is required
· Residence/relocation within 1.0 hour driving time from Base airport location
Preferred Qualifications:
· Bachelor's degree
· Type-rated and current in the Be-350
Primary Level Salary Range: $111,000.00 - $166,600.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $137,800.00 - $206,800.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.Related Jobs
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