Airbus | Instructor
Airbus SAS is seeking an experienced Synthetic Flight Instructor (SFI) to join its team at the Airbus Training Centre in the Toulouse Area, France. This permanent, non-flying position involves training airline crews transitioning to Airbus aircraft, utilizing a range of simulators and classroom facilities to deliver standardized operational and technical instruction.
About the Role
The Synthetic Flight Instructor will provide comprehensive training to airline crews converting to Airbus aircraft. This includes instructing on all operational and technical aspects of the relevant aircraft types. Responsibilities encompass delivering classroom lectures, conducting training sessions using fixed-base simulators, Airbus pilot training devices, and full-flight simulators. The role mandates ensuring crews can safely and correctly perform all normal and emergency procedures as required by airworthiness authorities, adhering to Airbus Flight Training Operations policies and standardization requirements. The instructor will also evaluate crew progression, identify needs for additional training, and potentially deliver specialized courses such as ETOPS and performance training.
Requirements
- Possession of a Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) along with a Frozen ATPL, or a full ATPL.
- Fluent, negotiation-level English language proficiency.
- Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT) experience as a pilot.
- A minimum of 3,000 flight hours as a pilot.
- At least 1,500 flight hours on multi-pilot aircraft (MPA).
- A minimum of three years of commercial aviation experience as a pilot on FAR 25/CS 25 or FAR 23/CS 23 aircraft in multi-pilot operations. Preference will be given to candidates with experience on Airbus aircraft.
- A Synthetic Flight Instructor Authorization or previous instructor experience is considered an advantage.
- The candidate must be recognized for their pedagogical skills, perseverance, flexibility, curiosity, and adaptability.
- Availability for worldwide business travel is essential.
Qualifications
- CPL, FATPL, ATPL (EASA) licences.