Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI) - Helicopter Aircrew Training System (HATS)
Boeing Defence Australia is seeking two highly skilled and experienced Qualified Flying Instructors (QFIs) to join the Aircrew Training Capability within its organization. These positions will support the Helicopter Aircrew Training System (HATS) program, operating the EC135 T2+ helicopter at Nowra, NSW. The QFI is primarily responsible for conducting ab-initio pilot helicopter flying instruction.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct ab-initio flight instruction on the EC-135 T2+ aircraft.
- Conduct ground instruction, briefings, and lectures.
- Operate training aircraft and training equipment (live and synthetic devices).
- Update trainee records and brief the Pilot Training Officer on trainee progress.
- Mentor trainees and review their progress in ground training events and assessments.
- Update aircraft records and maintain aircrew qualifications and currency requirements.
- Conduct secondary missions in support of 723 SQN tasking where requested.
- Provide flying supervision to trainees.
- Review and recommend changes to training packages and courseware.
- Provide support to JHS winching and load lifting training evolutions.
- Perform other duties as required by the Pilot Training Officer.
- Provide written and verbal pre-briefs and debriefs to students.
- Participate in external evaluations, including safety-related investigations.
- Assist the HATS Training Manager as required for BDA-related activities.
- Comply with WHS-related JHS OIP to ensure a safe workplace.
- Demonstrate a commitment to the principles of equal opportunity in the workplace.
Experience/Qualifications:
Essential Criteria:
- Current CASA Class 1 Medical and ability to maintain the requirements of this medical certificate.
- 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.
- A history of helicopter NVD formation experience.
- 250 hours of NVD flight operations.
- Previous day and night Deck Landing Qualification (DLQ).
- Clear and effective English written and verbal communication skills in a stressful flying environment.
- Current Competency Standard HLTAID003 – Provide first aid.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team and interact successfully with co-workers.
- 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:
Boeing fosters an innovative and collaborative environment where employees are empowered to contribute to meaningful work. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values, creating a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive workplace with opportunities for professional growth.
Benefits:
Boeing offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Flexible working options
- Study assistance
- Salary packaging
- Employee Incentive Program
- Defence Force Reserve opportunities
- Global opportunities
Boeing's presence in Australia is the company’s largest footprint outside the United States, with more than 3,000 employees across 27 locations. Boeing has seven wholly-owned Australian subsidiaries working across a wide range of aerospace, commercial aviation, defence, logistics, training and navigation businesses.
Physical Requirements:
Specific site positions with Boeing Defence Australia will have applicable physical requirements. The recruitment manager will outline physical requirements 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.