Flight Safety International | First Officer

Simulator Second in Command

About FlightSafety International

FlightSafety International stands as the world's leading provider of professional aviation training and a renowned supplier of flight simulators, visual systems, and displays. Catering to commercial, government, and military organizations globally, FlightSafety delivers unparalleled training solutions to pilots, technicians, and aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. With the world's largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and award-winning maintenance training programs, FlightSafety operates Learning Centers and training facilities across the United States, Canada, France, and the United Kingdom.

Purpose of Position

The Simulator Second in Command plays a vital role in maintaining proficiency in assigned training programs. This individual acts as "Second-In-Command" alongside both internal and external customer pilots, participating in Recurrent, Initial, or generic training courses within the established curriculum.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Serve as a competent Second-in-Command (SIC) for clients undergoing multi-crew aircraft training who require a flying partner, without performing instructional duties.
• Maintain SIC pilot qualifications in accordance with the requirements of assigned programs.
• Uphold SIC qualification standards in compliance with FlightSafety International's Quality Management Systems (QMS) processes and procedures.
• Maintain currency on 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 needed.

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 an 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 hours.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Fluency in English, both written and verbal, encompassing the ability to speak, understand, read, and write.
• Exceptional cockpit verbal communication skills.
• Professionalism and strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with diverse customers.
• Adaptability to changing schedules and the ability to perform effectively under pressure.
• Proficiency in a second language may be required at some Learning Centers to meet specific operational needs.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This position requires regular use of hands for fine motor skills, reaching with hands and arms, and clear verbal communication. The role may involve standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and utilizing senses of taste and smell.

Essential physical capabilities include:

• Operating rudder controls and/or anti-torque mechanisms with both feet.
• Reaching and manipulating various controls within the simulator device.
• Entering and exiting the simulator device via a ramp.
• Safely exiting a malfunctioning simulator in a severely pitched attitude.

Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The role necessitates lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 25 pounds frequently.

The work environment may involve exposure to moving mechanical parts, high places, varying weather conditions, wet/humid conditions, fumes, airborne particles, toxic/caustic chemicals, extreme temperatures, electrical hazards, radiation risks, and vibration. The noise level is generally moderate.

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.