FLIGHT CREW TRAINING INSTRUCTOR

FlightSafety International Inc; Altus (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

FlightSafety International Inc. is seeking a Flight Crew Training Instructor to conduct ground-based academic training for KC-46 pilots, aeromedical and maintenance students.

The role involves classroom instruction, PTTP, PTTB, FuT, WST, and KC-46 aircraft training, plus progress measurement and documentation. Responsibilities include briefings/debriefings, counseling, data extraction, and performance analysis to maintain high training standards.

Qualifications

• Fluent in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English.
• Demonstrated ability to instruct and mentor learners in aviation subjects.
• Familiarity with Instructional Systems Design (ISD) desirable.
• Experience with courseware development is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Instruct ground-based academic training for KC-46 pilots and aircrew.
• Conduct briefings/debriefings and counseling to ensure proficiency.
• Operate LMS and GTIMS to track progress and prepare exams.

Skills

English proficiency

Instructional skills

ISD familiarity

Courseware development

Education

Associate degree

Tools

LMS

GTIMS

Job description

FlightSafety International is the world's premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world's largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and award-winning maintenance training at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Canada, France and the United Kingdom.

Purpose of Position

The Flight Crew Training Instructor (FCTI) is responsible for accomplishing all ground-based academic training of U.S. Air Force and Allied Nation KC-46 Pilots, Aeromedical students, and Maintenance Engine Run students. The FCTI will instruct in the classroom, Pilot Part Task Trainer (PTTP), Boom Operator Part Task Trainer (PTTB), Fuselage Trainer (FuT), Weapon Systems Trainer (WST), and KC-46 Aircraft while measuring training progress and documenting performance of students who attend formal aircrew, aeromedical, and maintenance training courses.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Conduct all Initial, Upgrade, and Requalification academic training using devices, such as a classroom, PTTP, PTTB, FuT, WST, and KC-46 aircraft.
• Conduct other ground-based training, for KC-46 crew members, to include Visual Threat Recognition and Avoidance Trainer.
• Conduct briefings, debriefings, and perform counseling with Pilot, Aeromedical, and Maintenance students to develop and maintain the highest level of technical acumen and proficiency.
• Extract student data, analyze results, and prepare for student review sessions.
• Serve as KC-46 Aircraft Systems Subject Matter Expert for students and other applicable personnel, as required.
• Maintain exceptional standards of instruction, knowledge levels, capabilities, and expertise.
• Develop and maintain exceptional knowledge of KC-46 aircraft systems and operating procedures.
• Consistently display exceptional knowledge and application of instructional principles and theories pertaining to aircrew training systems.
• Provide inputs for courseware corrections and modifications, along with updates to training policies and procedures.
• Operate Learning Management System and Graduate Training Integration Management System
• Conduct exams and prepare results.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Associate Degree, or two years combination education and experience in addition to what is listed below.
• Must have extensive aviation aircrew or aviation-related instructor experience commensurate with required training topics (aircraft systems).
• Familiarity with the Instructional Systems Design (ISD) process is desired.
• Courseware development experience is highly desirable.
• Tanker and receiver experience as a Crewmember is highly desirable.
• Aviation Mechanics, Flight Engineers, Navigators, or Weapon Systems Officers with at least 10-years of military experience in the associated position(s) are highly desired.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Morally and ethically influence others to successfully achieve program goals.
• Fluently read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Display excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess the ability to interface with students and provide on-the-spot remediation, or determine other courses of action, as necessary.
• Possess basic knowledge of personal computers and software applications, such as word processing applications, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Successfully accomplish an annual internal standardization evaluation.
• Currently possess, or demonstrate the ability to obtain, a SECRET clearance.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the teammate is regularly required to sit, use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The teammate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The teammate must have close and distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of required compliance reviews, including verification that the candidate is not prohibited from employment under U.S. economic sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).

This position may require access to export-controlled technology or services subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment consideration and any offer of employment are contingent upon the applicant's ability to comply with these requirements, including qualifying as a "U.S. Person" under applicable regulations or otherwise eligible for export authorization within a timeframe consistent with business needs. A "U.S. Person" includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (holders of approved and unexpired green cards), and certain refugees or asylees with protected status under U.S. law.

This position may also require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance for the duration of employment.

Cybersecurity Notice: All official recruiting communication from FlightSafety International will come from an @flightsafety.com email address. FlightSafety International will never ask for personal or financial information through social media or third-party email providers.