PILOT INSTRUCTOR

FlightSafety International; California (MO); On-site; USD 659,999 - 1,099,998; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Sick leave

401k matching

Healthcare coverage

Other benefits

Job summary

FlightSafety International seeks a Pilot Instructor to lead ground-based training for KC-46 pilots, evaluating progress and certifying readiness across the TS curriculum. You will instruct with PTTP, BOT, FuT, and other trainers, mentor crewmembers, and maintain high instructional standards.

The role requires eight years flying experience (five as C-17 pilot), flight instructor hours, recent simulator experience, and a SECRET clearance; a Bachelor's degree is required, and ITAR/export

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Eight (8) years flying experience, five (5) years as a C-17 pilot with air drop and aerial refueling experience.
• Two (2) years or 200 hours of flight instructor experience in air drop, aerial refueling, and tactics.
• Recent C-17 flight simulator pilot instructor experience and CATS MECOC certification desired.
• Active SECRET Security Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Initial, Upgrade, Requalification, and Refresher training using simulator and training devices.
• Conduct ground-based training for Aircrew and Maintenance personnel.
• Extract data, analyze results, and prepare for reviews.
• Serve as KC-46 Pilot SME for students and staff.
• Maintain high instructional standards and training effectiveness.
• Update training materials and policies as needed.

Skills

English fluency

Communication skills

Instructional knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

KC-46 flight systems

Job description

Salary Range: $0-$1,099,998.00

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, education, skills, and experience as well as market demands. These factors impact the salary/wage offered.

Benefits:

FlightSafety offers a competitivetotal rewards package, which includes vacation, sick leave, a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits.

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.

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 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.
• Recent C-17 flight simulator pilot instructor experience and CATS MECOC certification desired.

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.

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.

EEO and Additional Information

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.