Synthetic Flight Instructor (SFI)

Airbus; Blagnac; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Blagnac is seeking a Synthetic Flight Instructor (non-flying) to join the Airbus Training Centre. You will instruct airline crews converting to Airbus on all operational and technical aspects using simulators, classrooms, and training devices to ensure safe and compliant procedures.

The role requires substantial flight experience, CPL/ATPL, fluency in English, and willingness to travel internationally.

Qualifications

• Hold CPL & Frozen ATPL or ATPL.
• English fluent; negotiation level required.
• Minimum 3,000 hours as Pilot.
• Minimum 1,500 hours on Multi Pilot Aircraft.
• At least 3 years commercial aviation experience in multi-pilot operation.
• Synthetic Flight Instructor Authorization or experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Instruct crews using fixed base simulators and other training devices.
• Deliver additional sessions to reach proficiency as needed.
• Participate in course development or standardization instruction.
• Evaluate crews’ progression.
• Adhere to Airbus standard policies and time limits.
• Willingness to travel for business.

Skills

CPL

ATPL

English

UPRT

3000+ hours

1500 MPA Hours

3+ yrs aviation

Airbus experience

Job description

Job Description: Airbus Blagnac is looking for a Synthetic Flight Instructor (NON FLYING POSITION) to join the Airbus Training Centre. You will Instruct airline crews converting to Airbus on all operational and technical aspects for a specific type (or types) using: Fixed Base Simulators, Classroom, Airbus Pilots Training Devices Full Flight Simulators You will give stand-up lectures in order to insure airline crews capability to carry out safely and correctly all normal and emergency procedures required by Airworthiness authorities so that the crew will achieve the required level of standard proficiency. You will adhere to Airbus standard policy and standardization as required by Airbus Flight Training Operations. You will instruct the crews within the defined time limits. You will evaluate the crews’ progression. You will decide, need be, on the necessity to give any extra session to achieve the level of proficiency.

Task & accountabilities

You will be responsible for the following activities: Instruct crews using the above mentioned training devices Deliver if required (and after being indoctrinated) others specific courses (ETOPS, performance..) Need be, participate in courses development or in standardization instruction.

Required skills

• Hold or have held a Commercial Pilot Licencse (CPL) & Frozen ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot License) or ATPL Fluent in English Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT) as Pilot A minimum od 3,000 hours as Pilot A minimum of 1,500 hours on Multi Pilot Aircraft (MPA) Minimum of three years commercial aviation experience as pilot on FAR 25 / CS 25 or FAR 23 / CS23 aircrafts in Multi Pilot Operation (MPO), preferably on an Airbus Aircraft.
• A Synthetic Flight Instructor Authorization or experience as Instructor would be a plus.
• A negotiation level of English is required for this position.
• You are recognized for your pedagogy, your perseverance, your flexibility, your curiosity and your adaptability.
• You are available for business trips worldwide.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company: AIRBUS SAS

Employment Type: Permanent

Experience Level: Professional

Job Family: Training support & services

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