AH64E Instructor pIlot

CAE USA; Fort Rucker (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Work-life balance initiatives

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading aerospace firm is currently seeking a Rated Crew Member (AH64E Instructor Pilot) to ensure proper monitoring and maintenance of aircraft systems. This role entails conducting both pre-flight and post-flight briefings, while also diagnosing and solving any emerging issues. Candidates should have over five years of experience, with prior designations as an AH64E Instructor Pilot, and operational military experience in the AH64E aircraft. The workplace is located at Fort Rucker, Alabama, with possible overtime and varied shifts.

Qualifications

• Ability to work overtime and any shift or day of the week.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitor aircraft systems and diagnose issues as needed.
• Conduct pre-flight briefings and post-flight reviews.
• Record maintenance faults accurately.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Technical reading

Problem-solving

Education

Previous designation as an AH64E Instructor Pilot

5+ years of experience as a Crew Member

Operational military experience in the AH64E aircraft

Job description

What We Are:

• CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, civil aviation, and healthcare by revolutionizing our customers' training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency, and readiness.
• CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.
• CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity, and "One CAE" make us who we are, and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.

What We Have to Offer:

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work‑life balance
• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected, and safe
• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives, and make decisions
• Recognition, professional development, advancement, and having fun!

Summary

Rated Crew Member (AH64E Instructor Pilot) is responsible for monitoring the aircraft systems, diagnosing and eliminating any problems that may arise, and ensuring that all maintenance faults have been recorded and properly corrected. These duties will be performed day and night as well as under VMC and IMC. This position supports the Army Advanced Helicopter Flight Training program conducted at Fort Rucker, Alabama, and includes both US Army students as well as a contingent of multinational students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor aircraft systems, diagnose and eliminate any problems that may arise, and ensure all maintenance faults have been recorded and properly corrected.
• Conduct pre‑flight and in‑flight briefings, and post‑flight After Action Reviews.
• Conduct logbook write‑ups and maintenance as required.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Previous designation as an AH64E Instructor Pilot.
• 5+ years of experience as a Crew Member.
• Operational military experience in the AH64E aircraft.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work overtime and any shift or day of the week as required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Able to maintain the current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) third‑class Medical Certificate, or if a member of the National Guard or Reserves, an Army 2992 FFD.

Language Skills

Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex aviation words and technical documents/diagrams.

Mathematical Skills

Must be able to calculate figures and amounts, percentages, and draw and interpret graphs.

Reasoning Ability

Must be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret students' requirements and attitudes from verbal, non‑verbal, and written communication is essential.

Security Responsibilities

• Must comply with all company security and data protection/usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for the proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form.
• Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need‑to‑know.
• Shall not divulge information outside the company without management approval.
• All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company‑provided resources.
• Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.

Work Environment

• Work in a regular office environment; communicate via personal computer, telephone, and fax.
• Will be working in areas with risk of electrical shock from moving mechanical parts driven by hydraulics under high pressure.
• Will at times be exposed to the following conditions: extreme heat, airborne particles, and loud noises consistent with an aviation facility, to include flight line operations.

Physical Demands

• Domestic travel as required.
• Must be able to walk and/or climb stairs and ladder into a simulator or airplane cockpit.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, and crawl on top of or under training devices.
• Must be able to detect odors or hear noises, bangs, etc., or other sounds to detect problems or flaws in the surrounding environment.
• Must be able to distinguish colors.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].