17 May 2026

Flight Safety International | First Officer

Orlando, FL, Canada

About FlightSafety International

FlightSafety International is the world’s premier professional aviation training company, providing high-quality training for pilots, technicians, and aviation professionals from 167 countries. As a leading supplier of flight simulators, visual systems, and displays to commercial, government, and military organizations, the company operates the world’s largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators at Learning Centers across the United States, Canada, France, and the United Kingdom.

Position Overview: Simulator Second in Command (SIC)

The Simulator Second in Command 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. The primary purpose of this role is to facilitate training sessions by acting as a competent flying partner in multi-crew aircraft configurations.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Serve as the Second-in-Command (SIC) for clients training in multi-crew aircraft who do not have a designated flying partner.
  • Maintain SIC pilot qualification in accordance with program requirements and FlightSafety International’s Quality Management Systems (QMS).
  • Keep all required certificates, ratings, and designations current to perform SIC duties effectively.
  • Act as SIC across various aircraft types for Part 142, Part 135, and non-FAA clients as required.
  • Perform duties as an SIC; note that this position does not involve performing instructional duties.

Qualifications

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D., plus two to three (2-3) years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience and Certifications

Candidates 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 an assignment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Fluency in English (verbal and written); ability to speak, read, and write effectively.
  • Exceptional cockpit verbal communication skills.
  • Professionalism in interactions with diverse customers.
  • Ability to adapt to fluctuating schedules and high-pressure environments.
  • Proficiency in a second language may be required at certain Learning Centers to meet specific operational needs.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The role requires the ability to use hands for controls, reach with arms, and maintain body mobility including standing, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, and kneeling. Physical requirements include the ability to reach and manipulate rudder controls/anti-torque pedals, manage numerous simulator controls, and safely enter/exit the simulator device, including during emergency scenarios involving severe pitched attitudes. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment. Candidates must be able to lift or move up to 25 pounds.

Work is performed in an environment near moving mechanical parts, with occasional exposure to outside weather, high/precarious places, and varying environmental conditions. Noise levels are typically moderate.

Equal Opportunity and Compliance

FlightSafety International 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.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of required compliance reviews, including verification of eligibility under U.S. economic sanctions programs. This position may require access to export-controlled technology (ITAR/EAR); therefore, candidates must qualify as a “U.S. Person” or be otherwise eligible for export authorization. Additionally, candidates may be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

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