Rotorcraft Flight Simulator Instructor & Examiner

US Army Corps of Engineers; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Army Corps of Engineers is seeking a qualified Flight Instructor and Instrument Examiner to operate the UH-60L/M BAT Flight Simulator or similar equipment. You will train aviators in instrument procedures and conduct comprehensive evaluations of pilots and instructors.

Responsibilities include crew briefings, mission planning, weather assessment, and periodic proficiency flights. Occasional TDY travel (~10%) and compliance with medical and regulatory standards are required.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience in rotary-wing instruction and evaluation.
• Ability to conduct in-flight and ground instruction and evaluations.
• Experience with instrument procedures and flight training.
• Knowledge of aviation safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Instruct using BAT flight simulator and similar equipment.
• Instruct instrument approaches, departures, holding, and ILS.
• Evaluate comprehension, retention and application of flight procedures.
• Brief crews on missions, weather, flight route, performance data and duties.
• Conduct periodic proficiency flights for training and evaluations.
• TDY travel may be required approximately 10% of the time.

Skills

Flight instruction

Aviation safety

In-flight evaluations

Oral communication

Crew resource management

Problem solving

Tools

UH-60 BAT Simulator

Job description

The US Army Corps of Engineers is seeking a qualified Flight Instructor and Instrument Examiner to operate the UH-60L/M BAT Flight Simulator or similar equipment. You will train aviators in instrument procedures and conduct comprehensive evaluations of pilots and instructors.

Responsibilities include crew briefings, mission planning, weather assessment, and periodic proficiency flights. Occasional TDY travel (~10%) and compliance with medical and regulatory standards are required.