Airbus Defence and Space seeks a skilled Fighter Pilot Instructor Lead & Subject Matter Expert to join its Training Solutions Team in the Getafe Area, Spain. This pivotal role involves leading a team of instructors responsible for training on Eurofighter and F-18 aircraft, encompassing theoretical instruction, simulator training, and training system development.
About the Role
The Fighter Pilot Instructor Lead & Subject Matter Expert will oversee the Spanish Trainer programme, integrating instructor team leadership with ground-based theoretical and simulator instruction. Responsibilities include the design of training systems, conducting Training Needs Analysis, managing suppliers, and ensuring project delivery. The team's primary objective is to develop and deliver advanced ground-training solutions for military aircrews, thereby supporting safe and efficient flight operations.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Lead and coordinate the pilot instructor team, managing project scope, planning, supplier oversight, progress reporting, and delivery.
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Conduct ground-based aircrew training, including theoretical instruction and flight-simulator sessions.
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Design comprehensive training plans, course content, technical documentation, and other materials aligned with operational requirements.
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Perform Training Needs Analysis and assess technical documentation to establish core aircrew-training objectives.
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Manage subcontracted work packages by supervising supplier performance and technical quality, and approving training deliverables.
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Support the creation of multimedia learning products, such as Computer-Based Training and digital courseware, by preparing detailed training-data packages and technical support documentation.
Requirements
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An Aeronautical Engineering degree, another university degree, or an equivalent Military Flight Academy qualification is required.
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Candidates must possess over 10 years of experience as a combat fighter pilot, with demonstrable flight experience on the Eurofighter (EF) or F-18, and proven flight instructor experience.
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Essential attributes include strong public-speaking and audience-management skills, a high degree of team and customer orientation, and adaptability.
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Native Spanish proficiency and advanced written and spoken English are mandatory.
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Technical proficiency includes project management, supplier management experience, and a strong command of Microsoft Office tools. Familiarity with multimedia training applications is also expected.