AH64E Instructor Pilot/ Master Gunner

Team GDC ME; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

S3 Arabia seeks an experienced AH-64E Instructor Pilot and Master Gunner to lead aircrew training in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role includes classroom, simulator, and flight instruction, with emphasis on weapon systems, gunnery, and mission readiness.

You will manage the IATF, conduct performance evaluations, and ensure compliance with ATM standards as well as local aviation regulations. A strong background in attack helicopter operations is essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold AH-64E pilot qualification and IPC/MOI or equivalent.
• Minimum 1500 total flight hours; at least 300 as Instructor Pilot.
• FAA Commercial Pilot certificate or host nation GACA certificate required.
• Medical clearance and Saudi work visa eligibility are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Instruct AH-64E flight and gunnery training to aircrew per ATM requirements.
• Manage IATF and ensure currency, readiness, and performance entries.
• Deliver classroom and simulator instruction and assess trainees.
• Ensure compliance with Army/FAA/host nation aviation standards.

Education

AH-64 Instructor Pilot Course (IPC) / MOI

Master Gunner course qualification

AH-64E Series Aircraft qualification

FAA Commercial Pilot certificate or host nation GACA certificate

Minimum 1500 total flight hours

Minimum 300 flight hours Instructor Pilot time

Minimum 250 flight hours NVS/NVG

Job description

Location: Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Owning Organization: S3 Arabia

Description:

Responsible for performing duties as an Instructor Pilot and Master Gunner in the AH-64 E aircraft and supporting simulation devices. Conducts initial ATP integration, continuation training, and evaluation of employee and customer crewmembers in accordance with MNG-AVN Aircrew Training Manual (ATM) requirements.

Conducts academic and hands-on performance training and administers evaluations to ensure aircrew proficiency and standardization of training. Responsible for maintaining Individual Aircrew Training Folder, (IATF) and completing required training, currency, and readiness entries.

Conducts AH-64E and gunnery instruction in a classroom environment; provides flight instruction in the aircraft and flight training devices; providing contact, basic instrument, and basic combat skills training to ATM standards IAW government approved ATM. Instruction may include any combination of Individual or Group instruction in an academic classroom environment and or aircraft or simulator. Additionally, the applicant must have Attack helicopter experience in mission operations and must have completed a course of instruction for IPs at an authorized Aviation Proponent School from the US Army.

Qualifications:

Must have been qualified as a Pilot in Command. 1000 PC hours required. 300 hours in type aircraft.

Graduate of AH-64 Instructor Pilot Course (IPC)/Methods of Instruction (MOI) course at an authorized Aviation Proponent School or an IP equivalency evaluation administered by a standardization instructor pilot (SP) selected by the Directorate of Evaluations and Standardization (DES) required.

Master Gunner course qualification preferred. Master Gunner experience at the battalion or brigade level is required.

Qualified on the AH-64E Series Aircraft required.

Minimum of 1500 total flight hours (total time). Minimum of 300 flight hours Instructor Pilot time. Minimum of 250 flight hours NVS/NVG.

FAA Commercial Pilot certificate or host nation GACA Certificate required.

Experience:

Attack helicopter Mission operations required. Combat experience preferred. Instructor Pilot experience at Fort Novosel preferred.

Specific knowledge, skills, ability:

Successfully pass the Army or FAA Class II Flight Physical upon hire, and annually thereafter required.

Knowledge of Army Aviation training concepts, administration, and logistics.

Ability to communicate both orally and written.

Ability to effectively deal with people in the coordination of staff and team members.

Ability to effectively communicate with the customer in a professional and courteous manner.

Possesses a valid driver's license

Medical Examination:

Candidates must successfully complete all mandatory medical examinations required to obtain employment.

Criminal Record:

To qualify for a Saudi Work Visa, candidates must have a clean criminal record with no prior convictions, as specified by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Drug and Alcohol Testing:

Candidates must pass a drug test to be considered for employment. Additionally, our ATSS program enforces a random drug and alcohol testing policy. Employees will be subject to periodic testing to maintain adherence to our workplace standards and safety regulations.

Compliance with Saudi Labor Law:

All employment terms and conditions will be in accordance with Saudi Labor Law. Candidates must be prepared to adhere to these regulations throughout their employment.