Synthetic Flight Instructor (SFI)

Airbus; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Asia Training Centre Pte. Ltd. seeks a Synthetic Flight Instructor to train airline crews converting to Airbus aircraft.

You will instruct across operational, technical and performance areas using high-fidelity simulators and conduct theoretical sessions for type-rating and flight operations courses. You will work under the Head of Training, adhere to Airbus standards, evaluate trainee progress, and participate in programme reviews.

Qualifications

• Hold or have held a CPL & Frozen ATPL or a valid ATPL.
• Fluent in English with proficiency rating 5 or higher.

Responsibilities

• Instruct airline crews converting to Airbus on operational, technical and performance aspects using Flight Training Devices, Fixed Base Simulators and Full Flight Simulators.
• Assist Head of Training with other training duties when assigned.
• Conduct theoretical training for type-rating and flight operations courses and aircraft performance.
• Adhere to Airbus standards and standardisation as required by Flight Development and Flight Standardization & Policy.
• Evaluate trainees progression and decide on extra training if needed to reach required proficiency.
• Participate in review or development of training programmes as assigned by HOT; conduct standardization duties if appointed.

Skills

Flight training

English proficiency

Education

CPL (Commercial Pilot License)

ATPL (Air Transport Pilot License)

Airbus Pilot Instructor Course (APIC)

Job description

Job Description

The Synthetic Flight Instructor is responsible to instruct airline crew converting to Airbus aircraft on all operational, technical and performance aspects for a specific type (or types). The Instructor is also responsible to assist the Head of Training (HOT) with other training related duties when assigned. Instruct airline crew converting to Airbus aircraft on all operational and technical aspects for a specific type (or types) using Flight Training Devices, Fixed Base Simulators, Full Flight Simulators, in order to ensure their capability to carry out safely and correctly all normal and emergency procedures required by Airworthiness authorities. Conduct theoretical training for type-rating courses, flight operations courses and aircraft performance. Adhere to Airbus standard policy and standardisation as required by Flight Development and Flight Standardization & Policy. Instruct the crews within the defined time limits. Evaluates the crews’ progression Decides, if required, on the necessity to accord extra training to achieve the required level of proficiency and competence as defined in the training objectives. Participate in the review or development of training programme as assigned by HOT. Conduct standardization duties if appointed as Airbus Standardizer. Maintain a high level of airmanship to teach in a multicultural environment. Assist with flight training audits and FSTD (Flight Simulation Training Device) fly-outs and qualifications. Any other duty as assigned by Head of Training.

Job Requirements

• Hold or Have held a CPL (Commercial Pilot License) & Frozen ATPL (Air Transport Pilot License) or a Valid ATPL
• Possess previous or current instructor/examiner experience would be an added advantage
• With minimum 3000 hours as Pilot
• With minimum 1500 hours on MPA (Multi Pilot Aeroplane)
• With minimum 1500 hours on Airbus FBW (Fly-by-Wire) aircraft type(s)
• Fluent in English, minimum English Language Proficiency Rating of 5 to be able to communicate with trainees & the authorities
• Candidates who have completed the Airbus Pilot Instructor Course (APIC) would be an added advantage

Company

• Company: Airbus Asia Training Centre Pte. Ltd.
• Employment Type: Permanent
• Experience Level: Professional
• Job Family: Logistics

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all.

As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process.

The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.