Simulator Instructor

PSA Airlines; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel privileges

Job summary

PSA Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of American Airlines, is seeking a Simulator Instructor to support early-stage pilot training in a full flight simulator. You will coordinate with the Check Airman Supervisor and Flight Training Administration to keep training on schedule and properly documented.

The role requires an Airline Transport Pilot licence, CL-65 PIC rating eligibility, and US work authorization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to speak, read and write English.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Holds an Airline Transport Pilot licence.
• Eligible for the CL-65 PIC type rating.
• Experience preferred: Part 121 check airman.
• Preferred: Part 121 instructor experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide early-stage flight instruction in a full flight simulator, plus occasional ground instruction.
• Instruct initial, upgrading and transitioning PSA pilots.
• Adhere to company standard operating procedures.
• Complete student training records.
• Carry out developmental duties as assigned.
• Take responsibility for the company Security and Safety Management System (SMS) and the associated Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance outputs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Description

About the Company PSA Airlines is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Airlines and offers opportunities for growth and professional development to its more than 5,500 team members. The company values teamwork and inclusivity and works to provide a safe, respectful and happy working environment. PSA aims to define the standard in regional aviation through The PSA Standard and its six Winning Behaviors: safe and caring; customer-centric and quality-focused; dependable and ethical; fact-based; focused and flexible; and on-time and cost-conscious. Team members receive comprehensive benefits, including travel privileges on the American Airlines global network.

Role Overview

As a Simulator Instructor you work with the Check Airman Supervisor and Flight Training Administration to make sure early-stage pilot training is scheduled, progressing well and properly recorded. You also help the Director of Training and the Manager of Simulator Training and Standards keep departmental goals, policies and procedures up to date. The position is not line qualified and does not sit on the PSA pilot seniority list.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide early-stage flight instruction in a full flight simulator, plus occasional ground instruction.
• Instruct initial, upgrading and transitioning PSA pilots.
• Adhere to company standard operating procedures.
• Complete student training records.
• Carry out developmental duties as assigned.
• Take responsibility for the company Security and Safety Management System (SMS) and the associated Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance outputs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Work environment: professional office environment using standard office equipment. The role is largely sedentary, but the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb stairs, lift up to 25 lbs, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Security clearance: all employees must pass the fingerprint-based criminal history records check (CHRC) per 49 CFR 1542.209 and a pre-employment drug screen. The position has no supervisory responsibilities and no specific authorities. In the incumbent's absence, responsibilities are delegated to the Manager of Simulator Training and Standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to speak, read and write English.
• If hired, must be able to demonstrate authorization to work in the United States.
• Holds an Airline Transport Pilot licence.
• Eligible for the CL-65 PIC type rating.
• Experience Preferred: previous Part 121 check airman experience.
• Preferred: Part 121 instructor experience.