Bell Training Academy Pilot

Cessna Aircraft Company; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company is seeking a Bell Training Academy Pilot to conduct thorough training and instruction in Bell aircraft systems and operations. This role requires extensive helicopter experience and offers opportunities for global travel. The successful candidate will engage in both academic and in-flight training, collaborating closely with clients to ensure safety and compliance across all operations.

Benefits

5-day work week

80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)

120 hours of Vacation time

On-site health facilities

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of helicopter aviation experience.
• At least 1000 hours total time in helicopters.
• Self-motivated and able to meet department objectives.

Responsibilities

• Deliver academic ground instruction and simulator training.
• Coordinate development of flight/ground training courseware.
• Ensure compliance with Aviation Authority requirements.

Skills

Helicopter aviation experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Commercial Rotorcraft license

CFI/CFII certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description - Bell Training Academy Pilot (331279)

Job Number:

331279

We’re more than aviation experts, we’re pioneers. We challenge what’s possible. From breaking the sound barrier to advanced tiltrotor systems, Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering. And we want you.

Bell Training Academy Team

Bring your experience and ideas to help us instruct clients and customers on Bell aircraft regarding aircraft systems, planning considerations, and in-flight operations using classroom, training devices, flight simulators, and aircraft flight training in various Bell models. Opportunity for worldwide off-site travel is required for providing academic and flight training to our global customer base. You will plan and execute aircraft flights around the world. This role will be an integral part of the team, working closely with customers and employees. You’ll support return-to-service flights, sales/marketing flights, and ferry flights both domestically and internationally as needed.

What you’ll be doing as Bell Training Academy Pilot (BTA Pilot)

• Deliver academic ground instruction and simulator training to customers for visual and instrument flight.
• Coordinate and participate in the development of flight/ground training courseware.
• Follow flight safety and practice area procedures and interface with maintenance to ensure aircraft are prepared for flight.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable Aviation Authority requirements.
• Travel domestically or internationally as required by the customer.
• Work shifts outside of 8 am-5 pm schedule as needed.

Skills You Bring To this Role:

• At least 5 years of helicopter aviation experience.
• Commercial Rotorcraft license.
• CFI/CFII (AGI for ground instructors).
• At least 1000 hours total time in helicopters.
• At least 500 hours as instructor pilot.
• No revocation of any pilot’s license by FAA or regulatory agencies.
• Self-motivated, disciplined, and able to meet department objectives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and goal-driven.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and MS Projects.

Preferences:

• ATP - Rotorcraft.
• NVG experience.
• 500 hours of instrument experience.
• Familiarity with Bell products; certifications/qualifications for specific Bell models are a plus.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills.
• Additional instruction time in aircraft.
• Experience instructing for other Civil Aviation Authorities.
• Experience completing FAA/EASA audits.

• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion under pressure of deadlines and changing priorities.

What we offer you in return

• 5-day work week.
• 80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO).
• 120 hours of Vacation time.
• 12-13 paid holidays per year.
• 6 weeks parental leave.
• Competitive salary.
• On-site health facilities including clinic, pharmacy, physical therapy, and licensed counselor.
• Access to over 11 Employee Resource Groups.
• And much more.

It’s time to make your mark on the future of aviation. Join us on this mission, and let’s make history together.

We are committed to fostering a culture driven by innovation, purpose, and diverse perspectives.

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