PILOT INSTR AIR DROP

FlightSafety International; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

FlightSafety International, based in Anchorage, Alaska, seeks a Pilot Instructor responsible for training C‑17 pilots. This role requires significant flying experience and expertise in air drop and aerial refueling operations.

The right candidate must have at least a Bachelor’s degree and eight years of flying experience, including two years as a flight instructor. The role includes conducting training using advanced simulators, maintaining training standards, and performing necessary administrative duties.

Qualifications

• Eight years of flying experience, including five as a C‑17 pilot.
• Two years or 200 hours of flight instructor experience.
• Possess an active SECRET Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct training for C‑17 pilots using various devices.
• Maintain expertise in all training and operational procedures.
• Perform administrative duties related to training.

Skills

Fluent English

Communication skills

Instructional principles

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

C‑17 WST

C‑17 Aircraft

CBT Systems

Training Management System / GTIMS

Job description

Purpose of Position

The Pilot Instructor is responsible for the accomplishment of ground‑based training of C‑17 pilots, including instructing and measuring training progress of crewmembers who train in the established Training System (TS) curriculum.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Conduct training using devices such as the Weapon System Trainer (WST), the C‑17 aircraft, Computer‑Based Trainers (CBT), and other ground training for all C‑17 TS pilots in air drop, aerial refueling/transport operating procedures, including diagnosis and remediation of student problems.
• Maintain a high level of subject knowledge, instruction capability, and expertise.
• Conduct briefings and debriefings and counsel all pilots and Maintenance Engine Run personnel for the purpose of developing and maintaining a high level of proficiency.
• Perform administrative duties relative to training, such as interfacing with the user organization, record keeping, monitoring student progress, counseling, training development, and maintenance of training programs.
• Provide inputs for courseware corrections and modifications and updates training policies and procedures.
• Fly the WST (as required) to maintain instructional expertise.
• Fly on the airplane (as required) in observer status to maintain currency on operational procedures and to observe student progress.
• Assist in project and development work, as assigned.
• Accomplish Learning Center monitor duties, as assigned.
• Accomplish safety representative duties, as designated/assigned.
• Accomplish physical/cyber security representative duties, as assigned.
• Accomplish hazardous materials (HAZMAT) duties, as designated/assigned.
• Travel, as required.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Minimum Education

• Bachelor’s degree required.

Minimum Experience

• Eight (8) years flying experience, five (5) years of which as a C‑17 pilot with air drop and aerial refueling experience, or able to obtain an AMC/A3TK waiver.
• Two (2) years or 200 hours of flight instructor experience in air drop, aerial refueling, and tactics.
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
  • Ability to fluently read, write, speak, and understand English.
  • Ability to clearly relay information, both verbally and written, to others.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from customers.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Working knowledge of instructional principles and theories pertaining to TSs.
  • Working knowledge of personal computers and software applications such as Word, Excel, and Access.
  • Successfully accomplish annual internal standardization evaluations.
  • Possess an active SECRET Security Clearance.
• Materials and Equipment Directly Used:
  • C‑17 WST
  • C‑17 Aircraft
  • CBT Systems
  • Overhead projectors, classroom presentation equipment
  • Training Management System / Graduate Training Management Information System (GTIMS)
  • Copy Machine
  • Computer
  • Software applications such as Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the teammate is regularly required to talk or hear; to sit, stand or walk; and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls. The teammate is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; is required to stoop or kneel. The teammate is frequently required to ingress/egress from the simulator and aircraft, work in inclement weather and temperature extremes as set forth in the Air Force and company guidelines. The teammate must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 35 pounds. Noise levels range from quiet to extremely loud. The teammate must be able to exit the WST by way of escape ladder down to the floor.

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.

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.