Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI) - Helicopter Aircrew Training
Boeing Defence Australia is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI) to join its Aircrew Training Capability in Nowra, New South Wales. This exciting opportunity will contribute to the Helicopter Aircrew Training System (HATS), supporting the training of future pilots on the EC135 T2+ helicopter.
Responsibilities:
As a QFI, the successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Conducting ab-initio flight instruction on the EC-135 T2+ aircraft.
- Delivering comprehensive ground instruction, including briefings and lectures.
- Operating training aircraft and equipment, encompassing both live and synthetic devices.
- Maintaining meticulous trainee records and providing regular updates to the Pilot Training Officer on progress.
- Mentoring trainees to ensure their success and development.
- Reviewing and assessing trainee performance in both ground and flight training events.
- Maintaining aircraft records in accordance with established procedures.
- Ensuring compliance with all relevant Standing Instructions and Special Flying Instructions.
- Supporting secondary missions in support of 723 SQN tasking when required.
- Providing flying supervision to trainees.
- Evaluating and recommending changes to training packages and courseware.
- Supporting JHS Winching and Load lifting Training evolutions.
- Performing other duties as assigned by the Pilot Training Officer.
- Providing written and verbal pre-briefs and debriefs to students.
- Participating in external evaluations including safety-related investigations.
- Assisting the HATS Training Manager with BDA-related activities.
- Adhering to WHS-related JHS OIP to maintain a safe workplace.
- Demonstrating a commitment to equal opportunity in the workplace.
Essential Criteria:
- Current CASA Class 1 Medical and ability to maintain its requirements.
- CASA Commercial Pilot Licence (Helicopter) - CPL(H) (minimum).
- CASA Command Instrument Rating (Helicopter), or military equivalent.
- CASA Night Visual Flight Rules Rating, or military equivalent.
- CASA Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) rating, or military equivalent.
- CASA Sling Load and Winching Operations Endorsement, or military equivalent.
- CASA Flying Instructor (Helicopter) Grade 2 rating, or military equivalent.
- TAE40122 or current TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or ability to obtain.
- Category C rotary wing Qualified Flying Instructor or greater.
- Military flight instruction experience.
- History of helicopter NVD formation experience.
- Minimum 250 hours of NVD flight operations.
- Previous day and night Deck Landing Qualification (DLQ).
- Excellent English written and verbal communication skills in a stressful flying environment.
- Current Competency Standard HLTAID003 - Provide First Aid.
- Proven ability to work effectively within a team environment.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully interact with co-workers, fostering productive working relationships to achieve team, business unit, and organisational goals.
- Working knowledge of Workplace/Occupational Health and Safety procedures.
- Intermediate to advanced level of MS Office skills.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Defence security clearance.
Desirable Criteria:
- Ab-initio flying experience.
- EC135 flying experience.
- Category B rotary wing Qualified Flying Instructor or greater.
- Instructional experience in synthetic devices.
- Experience in a safety management role.
- Experience working in a contractor environment (directly with customer).
Culture:
At Boeing, we are dedicated to innovation and collaboration to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, our employees contribute to work that matters within a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as core values. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment for every teammate, providing opportunities for professional growth.
Benefits:
- Flexible working options
- Study assistance
- Salary packaging
- Employee Incentive Program
- Defence Force Reserve opportunities
- Global opportunities
Physical Requirements:
Boeing Defence Australia specific site positions will have physical requirements which are outlined by the recruitment manager in consultation with the Environment Health & Safety Department. A formal assessment of the physical requirements will need to be completed through the Environment Health & Safety Department for specific roles which would then reflect into the position description.
About Boeing:
Boeing’s presence in Australia is the company’s largest footprint outside the United States, with more than 3,000 employees in 27 locations. Boeing has seven wholly-owned Australian subsidiaries working across a wide range of aerospace, commercial aviation, defence, logistics, training, and navigation businesses.