A2G International | Instructor
A2G International seeks a qualified Lead Pilot / Instructor Pilot (LP/IP) for its Cessna 337 Skymaster program, operating out of Titusville, FL. This role involves maintaining Pilot-in-Command qualifications, leading aircrew standardization, training, evaluation, and mission execution for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions.
About the Role
The Lead Pilot / Instructor Pilot will serve as the senior line pilot, reporting to the Chief Pilot. This position ensures aircrew remain qualified and mission-ready in accordance with all applicable regulations and directives. The LP/IP will also act as a Contractor's Requesting Official (CRO) and liaison with US Government Flight Operations personnel and the Government Flight Representative (GFR).
Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform all duties of a qualified Cessna 337 Pilot-in-Command.
- Provide leadership and operational oversight to assigned pilots.
- Develop, conduct, and document all required pilot training.
- Provide flight and ground instruction, assessing pilot proficiency.
- Standardize pilot techniques, procedures, and mission planning.
- Maintain pilot training folders and qualification records.
- Support the development and revision of training materials and operating procedures.
- Coordinate pilot schedules and training requirements.
- Interface with Government representatives and support GFR requirements.
- Participate in safety reviews and operational risk management activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of related experience, or equivalent experience.
- 2+ years of experience supervising or leading teams and projects.
- 2,000 hours total flight time.
- 1,000 hours documented Pilot-in-Command (PIC) time.
- 300 hours PIC in a Cessna 337 or similar aircraft type.
- Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
- Current FAA Flight Instructor Certificate with Airplane (CFI) and Instrument Airplane (CFII) ratings.
- Current FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate or Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate with appropriate ratings.
- US citizen, minimum age 21.
- Proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English.
- Valid passport and state driver's license.
- Active DoD Secret clearance or higher.
- Ability to meet all contractual/program training requirements.
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screenings.
Preferred Qualifications
- FAA Multiengine Instructor (MEI) rating.
- 2,000+ hours PIC in a similar multi-engine turboprop aircraft.
- 200 hours of actual instrument time.
- Cessna 337/336, O-2, Reims F337, or related Skymaster-family PIC and instructional experience.
- Prior experience as a U.S. military Standardization Instructor Pilot, Instructor Pilot, Maintenance Pilot, DEA Pilot, or US contracting ISR pilot.
- Prior rotation experience.
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