P-8A Pilot Instructor

Boeing; Lossiemouth; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Continuous learning

Pension plan

BUPA Medical Plan

Life insurance

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited is seeking a P-8A Pilot Instructor to join the P-8A Training Centre at RAF Lossiemouth. You will deliver simulator and ground training to P-8A aircrew, leveraging your flight instruction background and knowledge of defence training standards.

The role requires multi‑engine fixed‑wing experience, a UK security check, and the ability to work with diverse teams while upholding the highest safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as a defence flight training instructor.
• Familiarity with P-8A operations is highly desirable.
• UK Security Clearance is required.
• Pilot OCU Instructor background (TRI/SFI) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training for P-8A simulator and ground training in accordance with standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Develop and conduct simulator and ground school pilot instruction.
• Coordinate training, apply standardised teaching techniques and evaluation procedures.
• Apply instructor-led and computer-based training methodologies to meet customer requirements.
• Identify and correct safety-relevant conditions and behaviours; uphold safety culture.

Skills

P-8A experience

Flight instructor

B737 TRI

UK Security Clearance

Data analysis

Tools

MS Office

Flight simulators

Job description

## P-8A Pilot InstructorApplyremote type: Onsite Joblocations: GBR - RAF Lossiemouth, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 30, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: JR2026503480P-8A Pilot Instructor**Company:**Boeing Defence United Kingdom LimitedBoeing Defence UK (BDUK) is a subsidiary of the Boeing Company and currently employs over 2,500 people in the UK. BDUK is responsible for delivering several exciting contracts to our UK defence customers including many training services. As the company grows we have a need to expand our current Training Capability in the Fixed Wing domain. This is an exciting time to join a growing team of training experts.We are looking for for a Pilot Instructor to join our team. The P-8A Pilot Instructors will be based at the P-8A Training Centre in RAF Lossiemouth. Reporting to the Boeing P-8A Training Delivery Manager via the Lead Pilot instructor delivering simulator training for P8 pilot customer training.The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience within the defence flying training domain as a qualified flight training instructor. Prior experience with the P-8A is highly desirable as is previous Boeing 737 type rated experience.**Responsibilities**:* Deliver training for P-8A simulator and ground training in accordance with company standards, customer requirements and MAA regulatory guidelines.* Develop and conduct simulator and ground school pilot instruction.* Develop training tools and techniques to support customer requirements.* Apply instructor led training and computer based training techniques and methodologies.* Coordinate training, apply standardised teaching techniques, carry out demonstrations when required and apply evaluation procedures and methods in order to comply with appropriate military and civilian regulatory agencies to achieve contractual standards and certification requirements.* Evaluate/examine the competence of students in accordance with company and customer regulatory requirements.* Identifying and correcting conditions and behaviors that affect employee, public, and customer safety; upholding safety standards; demonstrating proactive safety culture leadership.* Other relevant activities, as directed by the Boeing**The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:*** *Competitive salary and annual incentive plans** *Continuous learning - you’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next** *Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way** *Diverse and inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs** *23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year** *Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution** *Company paid BUPA Medical Plan** *Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks** *Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week** *6x annual salary life insurance** *Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development** *Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives***The ideal candidate will be a multi-engine fixed wing Pilot (preferably ex-military) with large aircraft, multi-engine / multi crew experience.****Basic Skills/Qualifications:*** Have the ability to communicate with personnel from multiple skill areas, cultures and functions.* IT proficient specifically Microsoft Office applications* Skill and ability to: collect, organise and analyze data; summarise findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources* The ability to obtain UK Security Clearance**Preferred Skills/Qualifications:*** Pilot OCU Instructor must be a B737 Type Rated Instructor (TRI) or Simulator Flight Instructor (SFI)* Have successfully completed the Aircrew Instructors' Course (AIC), or civilian equivalent******Language Requirements:******Not Applicable**Education:**Not Applicable**Relocation:**Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.**Security Clearance:**This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.**Visa Sponsorship:**Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.**Contingent Upon Award Program**This position is not contingent upon program award