PILOT INSTR AIR DROP

FlightSafety International; Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

FlightSafety International is seeking a Pilot Instructor at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson to conduct training for C-17 pilots. The role focuses on using various training devices and ensuring high proficiency levels among students.

Ideal candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree and extensive flying experience, particularly with C-17 operations, to effectively relay information and maintain training programs. An active SECRET Security Clearance is required for this position.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct ground-based training for C-17 pilots.
• Maintain subject knowledge and instructional capability.
• Administer training programs and monitor student progress.

Skills

Fluent English

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of instructional principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

C-17 WST

CBT Systems

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

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 ground-based training of C-17 pilots, including instructing and measuring training progress of crewmembers who train in the established Training System (TS) curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Conducts 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.
• Maintains a high level of subject knowledge, instruction capability, and expertise.
• Conducts briefings and debriefings and counsels all pilots and Maintenance Engine Run personnel for the purpose of developing and maintaining a high level of proficiency.
• Performs 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.
• Provides inputs for courseware corrections and modifications and updates training policies and procedures.
• Flies the WST (as required) to maintain instructional expertise.
• Flies on the airplane (as required) in observer status to maintain currency on operational procedures and to observe student progress.
• Assists in project and development work, as assigned.
• Accomplishes Learning Center monitor duties, as assigned.
• Accomplishes safety representative duties, as designated/assigned.
• Accomplishes physical/cyber security representative duties, as assigned.
• Accomplishes hazardous materials (HAZMAT) duties, as designated/assigned.
• Travel, as required.
• Performs 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 processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• 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; and 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer Notice: 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.

Compliance and Security: This position may require access to export-controlled technology or services subject to ITAR and/or 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. 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.