KC-46 PT Pilot Instructor

FlightSafety International; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

FlightSafety International is seeking a Pilot Instructor to conduct simulator-based training for U.S. Air Force and Allied Nation KC-46 Pilots. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience, along with 200 flying hours in the relevant aircraft.

This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to maintain high instructional standards. The instructor will be responsible for conducting briefings, training sessions, and managing administrative duties related to pilot training programs.

Qualifications

• Must have logged a minimum of 200 flying hours in U.S. Air Force or Allied Nation receiver aircraft.
• Type rating in B-767 preferred.
• Experience as Flight Instructor or Training System Instructor is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct various levels of training for U.S. Air Force and Allied Nation KC-46 Pilots.
• Perform administrative duties including monitoring student progress.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert for KC-46 aircraft systems.

Skills

Fluent English

Excellent communication skills

Ability to influence others

Basic computer knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Tools

WST (Weapon System Trainer)

Student Management System

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. It 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.

Position Purpose

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.

Essential Functions 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.
• Assist in other project and development work, as assigned.
• Operate Student Management System.

Other Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties relative to training, such as record keeping, monitoring student progress, and counseling.
• Review assigned CBT and classroom lesson plans for content accuracy to guarantee the highest level of Quality Assurance (QA), as corrections, modifications, and updates to established curricula are recommended and incorporated.
• Support courseware development efforts and maintenance of established training curricula.
• Support training device development efforts.
• Participate in at least one annual aircraft familiarization flight as a non‑flying additional crew member.
• Travel, as required.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The following requirements are representative of the necessary qualifications.

Knowledge, Skill, And Ability

• 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.

Education And Formal Training

Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent education, experience, and training, is required.

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.

Materials And Equipment Directly Used

• Computer with software applications, such as word processing and spread sheet programs, printers, and classroom presentation equipment.
• WST, BOT, FuT, PTTP, and KC‑46 aircraft, as applicable.
• CBT.
• Student Management System.

Working Environment/Physical Situation

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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

Export Control Requirements

This position may require access to information subject to U.S. export controls (AECA, ITAR, EAR, OFAC). Applicants must be a U.S. Person or have proper authorization. Eligibility to obtain a security clearance may be required. Employment is contingent upon compliance with these regulations.

Cybersecurity Notice

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