Simulator Second in Command
About FlightSafety International
FlightSafety International stands as the world's leading professional aviation training company. A global provider of flight simulators, visual systems, and displays, FlightSafety serves commercial, government, and military organizations. The company delivers unparalleled training to pilots, technicians, and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world’s largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and offers award-winning maintenance training at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Canada, France, and the United Kingdom.
Purpose of Position
The Simulator Second in Command plays a critical role in maintaining the highest standards of aviation training. Responsible for maintaining currency in assigned programs, the Simulator Second in Command acts as "Second-In-Command" alongside both internal and external Customer Pilots. This encompasses Recurrent, Initial, and generic training courses delivered within the established training curriculum.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Serve as Second-in-Command (SIC) for clients undergoing multi-crew aircraft training who require a flying partner, providing competent SIC support without instructional duties.
- Maintain SIC pilot qualification in accordance with the requirements of all assigned programs.
- Uphold SIC qualification standards aligned with FlightSafety International’s Quality Management Systems (QMS) processes and procedures.
- Maintain currency in all certificates, ratings, and designations required to perform duties as an SIC.
- Act as SIC in various aircraft types for Part 142, Part 135, and non-FAA clients as required.
Minimum Education
- High school diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency (G.E.D.) with two to three (2-3) years of relevant experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum Experience
- Prior to assuming SIC duties, applicants must possess the following:
- Commercial Pilot Certificate with appropriate category, class, and instrument ratings.
- Minimum of 450 flight hours.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Fluency in English, demonstrated through both verbal and written communications; including the ability to speak, understand, read, and write.
- Excellent cockpit verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to interact with a diverse range of Customers in a professional manner.
- Adaptability to changing schedules and high-pressure situations.
- Proficiency in a second language may be required in some Learning Centers to meet specific needs.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Ability to perform tasks requiring regular use of hands for fine motor skills, reaching, and communication.
- Physical range of motion to operate rudder controls, manipulate simulator controls, and safely enter/exit the simulator device, including during emergency egress.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly, and up to 25 pounds frequently.
- Work environment may include exposure to moving mechanical parts, high places, varying weather conditions, and moderate noise levels.
FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.