Airbus | A320 Instructor
Airbus is seeking an experienced Pilot Instructor / Examiner (TRI/TRE) for its Training Centre in Blagnac, France. This professional role involves delivering comprehensive training and checking on the A320, A330, and A350 aircraft to an international clientele, while also representing Airbus in various capacities and contributing to aircraft entry into service initiatives.
About the Role
The Pilot Instructor / Examiner (TRI/TRE) will report to the Head of TRI/TRE within the Flight Crew Training organisation. Key responsibilities include conducting flight, line, and simulator training and checking, primarily in Toulouse. The role extends to supporting specific communities and office activities, ensuring the highest standards of training to facilitate the safe and efficient operation of Airbus aircraft. This position requires proactive problem-solving, team leadership during Initial Operating Experience, coordination with multiple teams, and involvement in standardisation, development, and management tasks. Maintaining and upgrading personal competencies is also essential.
Requirements
- EASA ATPL licence
- Valid EASA TRI on A320 and A330/A350 (LIFUS)
- Valid EASA Class 1 medical certificate
- English proficiency rating of 4 or higher, with fluency in English
- Low-visibility operations qualification, including at least one autoland as Captain on an Airbus fly-by-wire aircraft
- Hold or have held an ETOPS qualification
- Minimum 5,000 hours total flight time
- Minimum 2,000 hours on large jet aircraft
- Minimum 2,500 hours as Captain on Airbus aircraft
- Minimum 500 hours of FFS instructor experience on large aircraft
- Minimum 500 hours as Captain assigned to conduct LIFUS/IOE
- Significant portion of instructor experience oriented toward initial type ratings
- Current and experienced as Captain and TRI on A320 and A330/A350
- Significant commercial airline experience
- Expertise in evidence-based training and competency-based training assessment
- Project-management mindset
Qualifications (Desirable)
- TRE experience
- Managerial experience
- Flight-safety experience
Successful candidates will be required to convert their licence to the French State (DGAC) upon hiring, with support provided. A minimum three-month probation period applies.