Position Overview: KC-135 Instructor Pilot
CAE is seeking a dedicated professional to serve as a KC-135 Instructor Pilot. This role involves providing comprehensive aircraft systems and operational procedures instruction across classroom, simulator, and practical environments. The successful candidate will act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), contributing to curriculum development, training policy improvements, and administrative excellence to ensure the highest standards of mission readiness.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide expert instruction on KC-135 pilot procedures, Visual Threat Recognition Avoidance Training (VTRAT), and Crew Resource Management (CRM).
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Serve as a Lesson SME to review, develop, and update training curriculum and materials.
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Conduct ground training, including student diagnosis and remediation.
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Perform administrative duties including scheduling, record keeping, student counseling, quality assurance, and safety audits.
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Maintain proficiency in the operation of KC-135 Aircrew Training Devices, including emergency procedures, take-offs, and landings.
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Participate in periodic aircraft familiarization flights and project development as assigned.
Requirements and Qualifications
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Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
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Experience:
Minimum of eight years of total flying experience, including five years of military experience. Must possess at least two years of KC-135 Pilot flight instructor and training management experience, with recent experience as a KC-135 Instructor or Evaluator Pilot.
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Certification:
Completion of a formal USAF Instructor training course.
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Skills:
Strong facilitation, data analysis, and advanced communication skills. Ability to define problems, interpret complex data, and draw valid conclusions.
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Compliance:
Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible for a DoD Personal Security Clearance. Must comply with all data protection, security, and information handling policies.
Physical and Work Environment Demands
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Must be physically capable of accessing simulators and aircraft cockpits, including climbing stairs/ladders, stooping, and bending.
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Ability to stand and conduct instruction for up to six hours daily.
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Must be able to work overtime, any shift, and any day of the week as required.
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Capacity for domestic and international travel.
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Work environment may include exposure to electrical risks, hydraulic machinery, extreme heat, and loud noises.
Company Values and Benefits
CAE offers a comprehensive benefits package, a flexible work-life balance, and an environment rooted in empowerment, innovation, excellence, and integrity. Employees are provided opportunities for professional development, advancement, and the autonomy to drive initiatives and make critical decisions.
CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process for individuals with disabilities.