Airborne Mission Systems Flight Instructor (TS/SCI)

Via Logic LLC; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 66,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Direct Support Operator Flight Instructor at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NM to train 1A8 personnel for basic and mission qualifications, aircraft differences, and instructor upgrades, blending classroom, simulator, and airborne training.

Candidates must hold an active TS/SCI clearance on Day 1. Travel to training locations may be required, with a competitive pay range and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in DSO/flight instruction roles.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required on Day 1.
• Bachelor's degree may be substituted for 4 years of experience.
• Ability to pass and maintain flight physical qualifications.
• Proven instructional expertise, ideally with flight instructor experience.
• Strong customer service and ability to work with military officers and civilian managers.
• Ability to lead independently within a high-performance team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Office Suite and flight training software (PEX, G/TIMS).

Responsibilities

• Serve as Direct Support Operator Instructor for 1A8 personnel.
• Deliver training on mission planning, flight safety, airmanship, threat warning, TTPs, and COMSEC.
• Develop and refine classroom materials and simulator scenarios.
• Advise on military SOI development.
• Assess and log student performance with remedial training plans.
• Travel for training across all approved 1A8 locations.

Skills

Instructional expertise

Customer service

Leadership

Communication skills

Flight training software

Flight instructor experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Patriot Excalibur (PEX)

Graduate / Training Integration Management System (G/TIMS)

Microsoft 365 Office Suite

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Direct Support Operator Flight Instructor at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NM to train 1A8 personnel for basic and mission qualifications, aircraft differences, and instructor upgrades, blending classroom, simulator, and airborne training.

Candidates must hold an active TS/SCI clearance on Day 1. Travel to training locations may be required, with a competitive pay range and comprehensive benefits.