Berry Aviation is seeking a qualified Instructor/Check Pilot for the DHC-8 aircraft, based at their corporate headquarters in San Marcos, TX. This role is pivotal in ensuring pilot proficiency and adherence to regulatory standards.
About the Role
The DHC-8 Instructor/Check Pilot will conduct comprehensive training and evaluation for pilot, instructor, and check pilot candidates under 14 CFR Part 135. Responsibilities include delivering ground school instruction, flight simulator training, and aircraft instruction, while also maintaining DHC-8 Pilot in Command (PIC)/Instructor Pilot (IP)/Check Pilot (CP) qualifications. The role may also involve functioning as PIC during domestic and international revenue and non-revenue operations, including specialized missions such as Radar Approaches, Night Vision Goggles (NVG), and Aerial Delivery.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Deliver ground and flight training, along with ongoing mentorship, for IP/CP candidates' initial qualification, recurrent training, and requalification.
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Provide classroom instruction, flight instruction, and pilot testing for special operations and special missions (e.g., Radar Approaches, NVG, Aerial Delivery).
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Conduct pilot flight instruction utilizing flight training devices, simulators, and aircraft.
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Administer oral, written, and practical pilot examinations in accordance with applicable CFRs, OpSpecs, company training programs, and testing standards.
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Support the Director of Training (DOT) in the research, evaluation, and implementation of new or revised training systems, policies, procedures, and techniques.
Requirements
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Ability to obtain a Class I Medical Certificate.
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In-depth knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs).
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Demonstrated leadership abilities, interpersonal skills, and professional demeanor.
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Possession of a valid passport.
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Ability to acquire and maintain, or currently hold, an active Secret Clearance or higher.
Preferred Qualifications
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Airline Transport Certificate (ATP) with Airplane Multi-engine Land (AMEL) rating.
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DHC-8 type rating.
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Previous experience as a flight or simulator instructor pilot under 14 CFR 121, 135, or 142, or equivalent military experience.
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Previous experience as a flight or simulator check pilot under 14 CFR 121, 135, or 142, or equivalent military experience.
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Prior experience in Night Vision Goggle (NVG) operations and aerial delivery.