F-35 Contract Instructor Pilot — Elite Synthetic Training

BAE Systems; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense contractor in the UK is seeking a F35 Contract Instructor. This role involves providing high-quality training to F-35B Lightning squadron pilots and requires significant military experience in fighter jets. The ideal candidate will possess at least 500 hours of flying experience and instructional qualifications. Competitive salary and benefits including flexible health plans and a pension scheme are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible discounted health and lifestyle benefits

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Qualified Flying, Pilot, Weapons, or Electronic Warfare Instructional experience in a FJ aircraft.
• Pairs lead capability required.
• Desirable: Previous F-35 experience and 1000 hrs P1 in an operational FJ aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality training support and instruction to F-35B Lightning squadron pilots.
• Act as primary or secondary Subject Matter Experts for technical systems.
• Maintain relevant lecture material and provide pilot-specific synthetic training.

Skills

500 hrs P1 in an operational FJ aircraft

Qualified Flying Instructor experience in a FJ aircraft

Minimum of twelve years' professional military experience

Job description

A defense contractor in the UK is seeking a F35 Contract Instructor. This role involves providing high-quality training to F-35B Lightning squadron pilots and requires significant military experience in fighter jets. The ideal candidate will possess at least 500 hours of flying experience and instructional qualifications. Competitive salary and benefits including flexible health plans and a pension scheme are offered.