KC-135 Aircraft Systems Instructor
CAE is seeking a qualified KC-135 Aircraft Systems Instructor to provide instruction in aircraft systems and operational procedures within aircraft, classroom, simulator, and practical environments. The instructor will also serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the development of curriculum for new type courses, as required. Additional responsibilities may include courseware review and administrative duties such as publications, safety, quality audits, FCIF, and scheduling.
Responsibilities:
- Provides KC-135 Pilot procedures instruction in aircraft, classroom, and simulator environments.
- Delivers training for Visual Threat Recognition Avoidance Training (VTRAT).
- Conducts Crew Resource Management (CRM) training.
- Assists as a Subject Matter Expert in the development and review of curriculum for new and existing courses.
- Provides suggestions to improve and update training policies and procedures.
- Promotes a positive attitude towards learning and embracing new technologies.
- Conducts ground training for other crewmembers, including diagnosis and remediation of student issues.
- Assists in project and development work as assigned.
- Performs administrative duties, including scheduling, record keeping, student progress monitoring, counseling, quality assurance, safety, security, and maintenance of training programs and equipment.
- Maintains proficiency in the operation of essential KC-135 Aircrew Training Devices.
- Maintains instrument, take-off, landing, and emergency procedure proficiency.
- Participates in periodic aircraft familiarization flights.
- Complies with all company Information Systems security policies and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher learning.
- Eight years of total flying experience.
- Five years of military experience.
- At least two years of KC-135 Pilot flight instructor and training management experience.
- Recent experience as a KC-135 Instructor Pilot or Evaluator Pilot is required.
- Completion of a formal USAF Instructor training course is required.
- Strong facilitation and data analysis skills are required.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work overtime and any shift or day of the week as required.
- Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.
- Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
- Must be able to generate effective oral and written presentations.
- Must be able to calculate figures and amounts, prices, commissions, and percentages, and to draw and interpret graphs.
- Must be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Must be able to walk and/or climb stairs and ladder into a simulator or airplane cockpit.
- Must be able to stoop, bend, and crawl on top of or under machinery.
- Must be able to detect odors or hear noises to detect problems or flaws in the functioning of simulators.
- Must be physically able to enter simulator, experience simulator motion and take cognizance of attendees’ safety when on board the simulator.
- Must be able to stand up and conduct academic instruction in simulator and classrooms for up to six hours each day.
- Must acquire and maintain proficiency in emergency procedures.
Work Environment:
The work environment includes a regular office environment, as well as areas with risk of electrical shock and moving mechanical parts. The candidate may be exposed to extreme heat, airborne particles, and loud noises. Domestic and international travel may be required.
Position Type:
On Call (Fixed Term)
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