Black Hawk Instructor Operator - Latvia

SAIC; Katterbach; Vor Ort; EUR 80.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading defense contractor is seeking a qualified Black Hawk Instructor Pilot to provide flight instruction and simulation training. The candidate must possess extensive flight experience, strong instructional skills, and current U.S. Army aircrew training knowledge. Responsibilities include conducting various instruction methods, maintaining training documentation, and supporting curriculum development. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, along with an active secret clearance.

Qualifikationen

• Nine years of experience in aviation training; four years in lieu of degree.
• Active secret clearance required.
• U.S. Army-qualified UH-60M Instructor Pilot.

Aufgaben

• Conduct flight and simulator instruction per Army and FAA guidelines.
• Deliver classroom instruction on various topics.
• Evaluate pilot proficiency and provide assessments.
• Maintain training records and instructional materials.
• Support development of standard operating procedures.
• Provide curriculum development input.

Kenntnisse

Flight instruction

Instructor Pilot skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s Degree

Jobbeschreibung

Description

SAIC is seeking a qualified and experienced Black Hawk Instructor Pilot - Latvia to provide flight instruction and simulation training for the Black Hawk Aircrew Trainer (BAT) in Lielvārde, Latvia.

NOTE: This position is an Instructor Operator role for UH-60M Simulator.

Responsibilities

• Conduct flight and simulator instruction in accordance with approved syllabi, Army regulations (AR 95-1, TC 3-04.11), and FAA/DoD guidelines.
• Deliver classroom and mission planning instruction in topics such as systems, emergency procedures, NVG operations, tactical flight, and mission execution.
• Evaluate pilot proficiency and provide performance assessments and remediation as needed.
• Evaluate pilot proficiency in instrument flight and be able to conduct Instrument Flight Evaluations.
• Maintain training records, lesson plans, and instructional materials in compliance with company and government standards.
• Support development and updating of standard operating procedures (SOPs), risk assessments, and safety briefings.
• Provide input on curriculum development and instructional improvements.
• Participate in flight evaluations and readiness‑level (RL) progression training.

Qualifications

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree and nine (9) years of experience; four (4) years of experience in lieu of degree.

Required Clearance

• Must possess and be able to maintain an active secret clearance (US Citizenship).

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Army‑qualified UH‑60M Instructor Pilot (IP) with documented completion of an approved Instructor Pilot Course as well as Instrument Evaluators Course.
• Extensive flight experience, strong instructional skills, and a deep understanding of aircrew training standards as prescribed by U.S. Army Aviation doctrine.
• Minimum of 1,000 flight hours in rotary‑wing aircraft, including at least 300 hours in the UH‑60M, 100 hours as an Instructor Pilot as well as 100 NVG hours.
• Knowledge of current U.S. Army aviation training doctrine and procedures.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and aviation‑related digital systems.

Desired Qualifications

• Previous experience as a contractor or government civilian IP.
• Experience with aircrew training programs such as ARMS, DTMS, or TAMIS.
• Combat experience desired but not required. (Use of ASE and understanding combat maneuvers and operations would be beneficial).
• Familiar with flight operations in Europe e.g., Jeppesen Charts.
• NVG Instructor Pilot (NVG IP) or Maintenance Test Pilot (MTP) rating.
• Experience operating the AVCATT, Non‑Rated Crew Member Trainer (NCMRT), or other training systems.