Shawbury - Qualified Helicopter Instructor

Ascent Flight Training; Shawbury; On-site; GBP 72,203 - 87,851; Full time

Job summary

Ascent Flight Training is seeking a Qualified Helicopter Instructor (QHI) to prepare military trainees for the front line using advanced synthetic training devices and the Airbus H135 and H145. This position emphasizes delivering high standards of instruction and fostering collaboration with military partners.

Successful candidates will have a military background, strong communication skills, and the capability to work effectively under pressure. The salary ranges from £72,203.96 to £87,851.98 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Qualified Helicopter Instructor (QHI) from previous UK military experience.
• Civilian Class 1 medical or military Annual Medical required.
• Experience in delivering instruction using latest aircraft technology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ground theory lessons in the form of mass briefings.
• Instruct techniques using various synthetic devices.
• Support crewman courses by flying the aircraft.

Skills

Instructional pedagogy

Strong communication skills

Presentation skills

Problem-solving

Education

Qualified Helicopter Instructor (QHI)

CFS(H) recommendation

Job description

A day in the life of an Ascent QHI

As a QHI you will be a part of a dedicated cadre of Instructors with a CFS accredited B1 (or higher) instructional category and work with our military partners to prepare military trainees for the front line. You will use state of the art synthetic training devices and fly the latest generation of the Airbus H135 and H145 as part of your daily routine. If you wish to be a part of this fulfilling, interesting and challenging task, please read on to find out more details of this exciting role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ground theory lessons in the form of mass briefings.
• Instruct basic and advanced techniques using various cutting edge synthetic devices.
• Instruct on one of the courses of increasing complexity. These range from the ab-initio course that teaches basic flying techniques to the specific tactical courses of each of the three services.
• Where required support crewman courses by flying the aircraft for their specific syllabus sorties.
• Supervise flying and be a part of the ‘Just’ flight safety culture at RAF Shawbury.
• Drive continuous improvement in courseware and all other aspects of your working environment.

What will make you successful?

You will already be qualified as a Qualified Helicopter Instructor (QHI) from your previous employment in the UK military, or have a CFS(H) recommendation for the QHI case. You will deliver the highest standard of instruction using the latest synthetic and aircraft technology to develop the next generation of service pilot. In doing so you will have the opportunity to hone and progress your instructional skills in order to upgrade where appropriate or consolidate your instructional category on the new aircraft type. You will thrive amongst our QHI cadre and build a good relationship with our military partners to ensure the trainees benefit from a smooth transition through each course.

Qualifications

• Have a civilian Class 1 medical or military Annual Medical.
• Be able to demonstrate your instructional pedigree and experience.
• Have strong communication skills, be able to build relationships to work in collaboration with teams across the organisation.
• Have strong presentation skills, targeting a wide audience from customers to internal stakeholders.
• Be able to demonstrate courage and the ability to solve problems and make decisions.
• Be responsible for continuous development and creation of courseware.

Salary Information

Fully Qualified Salary is £87,851.98. Training Salary is £72,203.96