Simulator Co‐Pilot (Second‐in‐Command, SIC) – Lafayette, LA

Pilot Assessments; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilot Assessments is seeking a qualified SIC to support clients in multi‑crew training within a world‑class full‑flight simulation environment in Lafayette, LA. You will act as the second‑in‑command when a partner is unavailable, operating simulator controls and procedures as an integrated crew member.

You will keep current all required certificates and ratings, while maintaining SIC qualifications across aircraft types for various client programs, focusing on safe, non-instructional training

Qualifications

• Commercial Pilot Certificate with appropriate category, class, and instrument ratings.
• Minimum 450 hours total time.
• High school diploma or GED with 2–3 years related experience and/or training.
• Fluency in English with excellent cockpit communication; second language may be required at some Learning Centers.
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules and high‑pressure situations.
• Ideally resides in the Lafayette, LA area.

Responsibilities

• Act as SIC for clients training in multi‑crew aircraft; training with no flying partner.
• Operate simulator flight controls and procedures as an effective crew member.
• Maintain SIC qualification per program requirements and QMS processes.
• Keep all required certificates, ratings, and designations current.
• Serve as SIC across various aircraft types for multiple client programs.

Skills

Cockpit communication

English fluency

Pressure tolerance

Customer interaction

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

What you’ll do

• Act as Second‑in‑Command for clients training in multi‑crew aircraft who arrive without a flying partner.
• Operate simulator flight controls and procedures as an effective crew member; no instructional duties.
• Maintain SIC pilot qualification per assigned program requirements and FlightSafety’s Quality Management System (QMS) processes.
• Keep current all certificates, ratings, and designations required to perform SIC duties.
• Serve as SIC across various aircraft types for Part 142, Part 135, and non‑FAA clients as assigned.

What you bring

• Commercial Pilot Certificate with appropriate category, class, and instrument ratings (held prior to any SIC assignment).
• Minimum 450 hours total time.
• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent combination of education and experience) plus two to three years of related experience and/or training.
• Fluency in English—speaking, understanding, reading, and writing—with excellent cockpit verbal communication skills; a second language may be required at some Learning Centers.
• Professional interaction with a wide range of customers; ability to adapt to changing schedules and high‑pressure situations.
• Ideally resides in the Lafayette, LA area.

Physical and compliance requirements

• Range of motion to reach and manipulate rudder/anti‑torque controls with both feet and operate simulator controls.
• Ability to enter and exit the simulator via the provided ramp, and to egress a malfunctioned simulator while in a severely pitched attitude.
• Meets stated vision requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs regularly and 25 lbs frequently.
• Employment contingent on qualifying as a “U.S. Person” (or obtaining export authorization) under ITAR/EAR and passing OFAC compliance reviews; role may also require the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Why this role

• Partner with professional pilots in a world‑class training environment at a leader in full‑flight simulation.
• Keep multi‑crew skills sharp across a variety of aircraft and operating contexts.
• Focus on safe, effective training without instructional responsibilities.