Chinook Flight Instructor: Elite Simulator & Mission Training

CAE Inc; Benson; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

CAE Inc. seeks an experienced helicopter training instructor to deliver comprehensive crew training on the Chinook HC Mk6A Dynamic Mission Simulator and related control centres. You will convert ab-initio students to operational deployment and mentor crews in aircraft systems, emergency drills, SOPs and mission tactics.

The role involves planning, briefing and conducting simulator sorties, assessing trainee performance and delivering effective debriefs, with a strong emphasis on safety and CRM.

Qualifications

• Ex-military CFS-accredited B1+ Qualified Helicopter Instructor (QHI).
• Relevant military helicopter instructional experience.
• Demonstrated training, coaching and mentoring capability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Leadership and teamworking skills.
• Ability to obtain or currently hold the required UK security clearance.
• Eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom.

Responsibilities

• Deliver whole-crew training in the Chinook HC Mk6A DMS and IOS/TCC.
• Convert ab-initio students from aircraft type training to operational deployment.
• Teach aircraft systems, emergency drills, SOPs and standard operating procedures.
• Plan, brief, set up and conduct simulator sorties from the IOS or TCC.
• Assess trainee performance and debrief using the DASOR and post-sortie documentation.
• Ensure safety during training and report flight safety trends to senior staff.

Skills

Ex-military CFS-accredited B1+ QHI

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CAE Inc. seeks an experienced helicopter training instructor to deliver comprehensive crew training on the Chinook HC Mk6A Dynamic Mission Simulator and related control centres. You will convert ab-initio students to operational deployment and mentor crews in aircraft systems, emergency drills, SOPs and mission tactics.

The role involves planning, briefing and conducting simulator sorties, assessing trainee performance and delivering effective debriefs, with a strong emphasis on safety and CRM.