KC-46 Pilot Instructor

Dunn Belmont Limited; Altus (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in aviation training seeks a qualified Pilot Instructor to deliver comprehensive simulator-based training for U.S. Air Force and Allied nations. The role involves conducting various training outputs, managing student assessments, and ensuring high instructional standards within a professional setting. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and experience in Air-to-Air Refueling (AAR) instruction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in English required.
• Minimum 200 flying hours in receiver aircraft or simulator.

Responsibilities

• Conduct simulator training for U.S. Air Force and Allied Nation pilots.
• Perform briefings, debriefings, and evaluate student progress.
• Maintain knowledge of KC-46 aircraft systems.

Skills

Communication skills

Instructional skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

About FlightSafety International

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 Pilot Instructor is responsible for the accomplishment of all simulator-based training in the Weapon System Trainer (WST), including pre-briefings and debriefings, for U.S. Air Force and Allied Nation KC-46 Pilots attending Initial, Upgrade, Requalification, and Refresher training, as well as Maintenance Personnel attending Engine Run Initial Qualification and Refresher Training . Duties include instructing and measuring training progress of Pilot and Maintenance students who attend established aircrew training curricula.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Conduct all Initial, Upgrade, Requalification, and Refresher training using devices, such as a classroom, Pilot Part Task Trainer (PTTP), Boom Operator Part Task Trainer (PTTB), Boom Operator Trainer (BOT), Fuselage Trainer (FuT), WST, and KC-46 aircraft.
• Conduct other ground-based training, as required, for Aircrew Members in tanker and receiver operating procedures, including diagnosis and remediation of student problems.
• Conduct Initial and Recurring training for Maintenance Personnel attending Engine Run courses.
• Conduct briefings, debriefings, and perform counseling with Aircrew Members and Maintenance Personnel to develop and maintain the highest level of student technical acumen and proficiency.
• Extract student data, analyze results, and prepare for student review sessions.
• Serve as KC-46 Pilot Subject Matter Expert (SME) 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 Student Management System.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education

• Bachelor’s Degree, or four years combination of education and experience in addition to what is listed below.

Minimum Experience

• Experience as a qualified Receiver Air-to-Air Refueling (AAR) Pilot Flight Instructor, or as a Receiver AAR Aircrew Training System (ATS) Instructor. Either position must have been held within 5 years of the date of assignment to the KC-46 ATS.
• Shall have logged a minimum of 200 flying hours in U.S. Air Force or Allied Nation receiver aircraft, or equivalent flight simulator, with at least 50% occurring in the aircraft.
• Tanker AAR Pilot Instructor experience is highly desirable.
• Type rating in B-767 preferred.

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.

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.