Job Title: Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI)
Location: Nowra, NSW, Australia
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Reference: BOE/1820865
About Boeing Defence Australia
Boeing Defence Australia is a leading aerospace company, contributing significantly to Australia's national defence programs. With over 3000 employees across multiple locations, BDA is committed to innovation and excellence, fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment that encourages professional growth. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to vital national security initiatives.
The Opportunity
Boeing Defence Australia seeks a highly skilled and experienced Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI) to join its Aircrew Training Capability in 2025. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the Helicopter Aircrew Training System (HATS) at Nowra, NSW, operating the EC135 T2+ helicopter. This position focuses on providing ab-initio helicopter flight instruction.
Responsibilities
- Conduct ab-initio flight instruction using the EC-135 T2+ aircraft.
- Deliver comprehensive ground instruction, including briefings and lectures.
- Operate training aircraft and equipment (live and synthetic devices).
- Maintain accurate trainee records and provide regular progress reports to the Pilot Training Officer.
- Mentor and provide guidance to trainees, reviewing their progress in ground training events and assessments.
- Maintain aircraft records and ensure compliance with all relevant Standing Instructions and Special Flying Instructions.
- Support 723 SQN tasking through secondary missions as required.
- Provide flying supervision to trainees.
- Review and recommend improvements to training packages and courseware.
- Provide support to Joint Helicopter School (JHS) Winching and Load lifting Training evolutions.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Pilot Training Officer.
- Prepare and deliver comprehensive written and verbal pre-briefs and debriefs to students.
- Participate in external evaluations, including safety-related investigations.
- Assist the HATS Training Manager with BDA-related activities.
- Adhere to the Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Joint Helicopter School Operational Instructions Plan (OIP).
- Demonstrate a commitment to equal opportunity principles.
Essential Criteria
- Current CASA Class 1 Medical Certificate (and ability to maintain this certification).
- 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 TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or ability to obtain).
- Category C rotary wing Qualified Flying Instructor or greater.
- Significant military flight instruction experience.
- Demonstrated experience with helicopter Night Vision Device (NVD) formation flying.
- Minimum 250 hours of NVD flight operations.
- Previous Day and Night Deck Landing Qualification (DLQ).
- Excellent English written and verbal communication skills, particularly in high-pressure flying environments.
- Current Competency Standard HLTAID003 – Provide first aid.
- Proven ability to work effectively within a team environment.
- Ability to maintain positive and productive working relationships with colleagues.
- Working knowledge of Workplace/Occupational Health and Safety procedures.
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft 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.
- Experience instructing using synthetic devices.
- Experience in a safety management role.
- Experience working in a contractor environment (directly with the customer).
Benefits
- Flexible working options
- Study assistance
- Salary packaging
- Employee Incentive Program
- Defence Force Reserve opportunities
- Global opportunities
Physical Requirements
Specific physical requirements will be outlined by the recruitment manager in consultation with the Environment Health & Safety Department. A formal assessment will be conducted for this role.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Boeing Defence Australia is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination in all aspects of employment.