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Pilot instr-AirDrop FMS-SME

Tacoma, WA, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $69,850.00 - $118,800.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
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Benefits

vacation
sick leave
401k Match
Healthcare coverage
FlightSafety total rewards package

Job Description

FlightSafety International is recognized globally as the leading professional aviation training company, specializing in the provision of flight simulators, visual systems, and professional instruction to commercial, government, and military aviation sectors. With operations spanning the United States, Canada, France, and the United Kingdom, FlightSafety serves a diverse clientele from 167 countries and independent territories. The company boasts the world’s largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and is well-known for its award-winning maintenance training programs. Their comprehensive training solutions cover pilots, technicians, and various aviation professionals, aiming to enhance safety, proficiency, and operational excellence across the aviation industry.

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Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Eight years flying experience including five years as a C-17 pilot with air drop and aerial refueling experience or able to obtain AMC/A3TK waiver
  • Two years or 200 hours of flight instructor experience in air drop, aerial refueling, and tactics
  • Recent C-17 flight simulator pilot instructor experience desired
  • Ability to fluently read, write, speak, and understand English
  • Possess an active SECRET Security Clearance

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Eight years flying experience, five years as a C-17 pilot with air drop and aerial refueling experience or ability to obtain AMC/A3TK waiver
  • Two 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
  • Ability to fluently read, write, speak, and understand English
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Working knowledge of instructional principles and theories pertaining to Training Systems
  • Working knowledge of personal computers and software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases
  • Possess an active SECRET Security Clearance

Job Duties

  • Conduct training using devices such as the Weapon System Trainer, the C-17 aircraft, Computer-Based Trainers, and other ground training for all C-17 TS pilots in air drop, aerial refueling, and transport operating procedures
  • Maintain a high level of subject knowledge, instruction capability, and expertise
  • Conduct briefings and debriefings and counsel all pilots and Maintenance Engine Run personnel to develop and maintain proficiency
  • Perform administrative duties related to training such as interfacing with the user organization, record keeping, monitoring student progress, counseling, training development, and maintenance of training programs
  • Provide inputs for courseware corrections and modifications and update training policies and procedures
  • Fly the Weapon System Trainer as required to maintain instructional expertise
  • Fly on the airplane as required in observer status to maintain currency on operational procedures and observe student progress

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location