Flight Safety International | First Officer

Position Overview: Simulator Second in Command (SIC)

Salary Range: $53,125.00 – $90,625.00 (Compensation is contingent upon qualifications, education, skills, experience, and market demands.)

FlightSafety International, the world’s premier professional aviation training company, is seeking a dedicated Simulator Second in Command (SIC). The SIC is responsible for maintaining currency in assigned programs to act as the Second-in-Command for both internal and external customer pilots during recurrent, initial, or generic training courses.

About FlightSafety International

FlightSafety International is a leading supplier of flight simulators, visual systems, and displays to commercial, government, and military organizations worldwide. The company supports aviation professionals from 167 countries and operates the world’s largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Act as Second-in-Command for clients training in multi-crew aircraft who do not have an assigned flying partner.
• Maintain SIC pilot qualification in alignment with assigned program requirements and FlightSafety International’s Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Ensure all required certificates, ratings, and designations remain current.
• Serve as SIC for Part 142, Part 135, and non-FAA clients as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. with two to three years of related experience/training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certificates: Must possess a Commercial Pilot Certificate with appropriate category, class, and instrument ratings, with a minimum of 450 flight hours prior to the start of the assignment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Fluency in English (verbal and written) is required.
• Strong cockpit verbal communication skills.
• Professionalism when interacting with diverse customers.
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules and high-pressure environments.
• Fluency in a second language may be required at specific Learning Centers.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Candidates must possess the physical range of motion to manipulate rudder controls and simulator devices, including the ability to enter/exit the simulator via a ramp and evacuate the device during a pitched-attitude malfunction. Duties require the ability to lift up to 25 pounds, use fine motor skills, and maintain various physical postures. The work environment occasionally involves exposure to extreme weather, noise, and mechanical equipment.

Total Rewards and Benefits

FlightSafety offers a comprehensive rewards package, including vacation time, sick leave, 401k matching, and healthcare coverage.

Regulatory and Compliance Notice

FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Vet/Disabled). Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background checks, compliance with U.S. economic sanctions, and the ability to comply with ITAR/EAR export-controlled technology regulations. Candidates may be required to qualify as a "U.S. Person" and obtain/maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.