Senior Pilot Training Instructor – Ab Initio & Simulator

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Shire of Wellington; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Veteran friendly workplace

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Australia seeks a Contractor Instructor Pilot (CIP) to lead ab initio student training and support ground school, simulator instruction, and courseware development at East Sale, Victoria.

The role requires prior QFI/OFI/FCI qualifications, completion of an ADF Flying Instructor Course or equivalent, and ongoing eligibility for Australian Defence security clearance. Medical suitability per high-performance criteria is essential.

Qualifications

• Eligibility: Australian citizenship and ability to obtain an active Australian Defence security clearance at the required level.
• Must hold Category C QFI/OFI/FCI or equivalent as recognised by ADF.
• Must meet medical criteria for high-performance pilot duties and acceptable flying training currency.

Responsibilities

• Carry out instructional duties to support ab initio student training as CIP‑S.
• Apply PC-21/smE knowledge and training device operations to solutions and training.
• Provide student assistance, mission support, and courseware development as needed.
• Conduct quality instruction to deliver training objectives and mission guide requirements.
• Review flying literature and safety publications to maintain currency.

Skills

QFI/OFI/FCI

ADF Flying Course

Medical clearance

Flight training design

Education

Flying Instructor Course

Job description

Lockheed Martin Australia seeks a Contractor Instructor Pilot (CIP) to lead ab initio student training and support ground school, simulator instruction, and courseware development at East Sale, Victoria.

The role requires prior QFI/OFI/FCI qualifications, completion of an ADF Flying Instructor Course or equivalent, and ongoing eligibility for Australian Defence security clearance. Medical suitability per high-performance criteria is essential.