F-16 WIC Instructor Pilot - Oman

Tactical Air Support; Oman; On-site; OMR 73,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense contracting firm is seeking a highly experienced F-16 WIC Instructor Pilot in Thumrait, Oman. The role includes providing academic training and in-flight instruction while operating Full Mission Simulators. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, significant flight experience, and a USAF instructor background. This full-time position offers a competitive salary between $190,500 and $220,000, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Former F-16 Weapon School graduate.
• Minimum 1000 hours F-16 flight experience.
• 1500 hours Fighter Flight Time required.

Responsibilities

• Instruct pilots in ground and flight procedures.
• Prepare lesson plans and training material.
• Evaluate and monitor students' performance.

Skills

F-16 flight experience

Instructing experience

Able to prepare lesson plans

Team-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Tactical Air Support Inc.

F-16 WIC Instructor Pilot

Thumrait, Oman

Salary range: $190,500 - $220,000 DOE

Position Summary

This is a full‑time position as a F‑16 Weapons Instructor Course (WIC) Instructor Pilot. As an F‑16 WIC instructor and Subject Matter Expert (SME), you will provide academic training and instruction using the Full Mission Simulators (FMS), operate Instructor Operating Stations (IOS), provide in‑flight instruction in the F‑16 Block 50, and will be an SME for all pilot training courseware updates. Conduct a Qualified Weapons Instructor course utilizing provided courseware, manuals, technical orders, etc. This position is typically represented by an experienced F‑16 WIC instructor pilot. The position’s location is Thumrait, Oman and base housing is provided. Additional information will be provided to applicants selected to interview for this position.

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate for the position will be highly experienced, professional, disciplined, team‑oriented, technically astute, and responsive to the needs of the company and its customers.

Instruct pilots in ground and flight procedures and techniques, prepares lesson plans. act as a SME by applying advanced technical concepts in aviation and aid in creation of training material.

Assists in the preparation of schedules, maintenance of training records and ensures that course standards, training requirements, and objectives are met by each student. Evaluates and monitors students' performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Former F-16 Weapon School graduate.
• Demonstrated 1000 hours minimum F-16 flight experience is required.
• Demonstrated 1500 hours Fighter Flight Time in forth and/or fifth generation multi‑role fighter aircraft.
• Regular travel to various work sites throughout the country may be required.
• Current or demonstrated experience as an USAF IP with multi‑role fighter experience.
• Valid states driver's license.
• Must be lawfully eligible to work in the United States, complete a U.S. government I-9 form, and successfully pass a government background check.
• An active current DoD Secret clearance; the Investigation or CV date within 5 years.

Desired Experience/Skills

• Foreign Language/Cultural experiences.
• Previous experience in the CENTCOM AOR.
• Experience as an UPT/FTU instructor.
• F-16C Block 50 desired.

Work Authorization

• Must be lawfully eligible to work OCONUS and complete a U.S. government I-9 Form.
• Tactical Air Support is a Drug & Alcohol-Free Workplace. Pre‑employment, random, or for cause drug/alcohol testing (including marijuana) required.
• Pre‑employment and ongoing physical certifications required.
• Occasional aircraft hangar or warehouse environment with exposure to loud noises, fumes from engines and chemicals, unpredictable climate (hot/cold), and electrical shock, or trip or slip hazards.
• May be exposed to or required to handle hazardous materials.
• Specific work hours determined by operational, departmental, or contractual requirements.
• Occasional evening, weekend, holiday, and overtime work may be required.
• Occasional travel to various work sites may be required.

Tactical Air Support is an EEO/AA/DEI/Disabled/Veterans Employer

I understand that if an offer of employment is made, I may be required to undergo investigation into all statements and references contained in this application. Said investigation may include credit, driving, criminal background, professional references, and other background checks. By applying for this position, I authorize post‑offer investigation into my background as necessary and as a condition of employment. Note: a criminal conviction does not constitute an automatic bar to employment and will be considered only as it substantially relates to the position in question.

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