C-17 Loadmaster Instructor

FlightSafety International, the world’s premier professional aviation training company, is seeking a highly qualified and experienced C-17 Loadmaster Instructor to join our team. As a global leader in aviation training, FlightSafety International provides cutting-edge training solutions to commercial, government, and military organizations, serving pilots, technicians, and aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories.

Position Overview:

The C-17 Loadmaster Instructor plays a critical role in developing and delivering high-quality ground-based training to C-17 Loadmaster students. This role focuses on implementing the established Training System (TS) curriculum, evaluating student progress, and fostering a positive learning environment conducive to achieving proficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct engaging and comprehensive briefings and debriefings tailored to individual student needs and learning styles.
Provide constructive feedback and counsel students on their performance, fostering continuous improvement and addressing learning challenges.
Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of training materials, suggesting courseware corrections, modifications, and updates to training policies and procedures.
Deliver dynamic and interactive Loadmaster training encompassing cargo loading/unloading procedures. This includes utilizing various learning platforms, such as classrooms, training aids, Computer-Based Training (CBT), Loadmaster Trainer (LMT), Cargo Compartment Trainer (CCT), Weapon System Trainer (WST), and the C-17 aircraft.
Perform comprehensive evaluations of student performance, identifying strengths, weaknesses, and learning gaps. Diagnose challenges, prescribe remedial instruction, and meticulously document training progress.
Demonstrate proficiency in utilizing the Training Management System/Graduate Training Information Management System (GTIMS) for tracking student data, analyzing performance results, and preparing for student review sessions.
Serve as a readily available C-17 Loadmaster Subject Matter Expert (SME) for students and fellow personnel, providing guidance, clarification, and support.
Maintain a high level of instructional expertise by actively participating in cargo loading/unloading exercises within the CCT, ensuring practical knowledge remains current.
Participate in observational flights aboard the C-17 aircraft to maintain currency on operational procedures and assess student progress in a real-world setting.

Additional Responsibilities:

In addition to the core responsibilities, the C-17 Loadmaster Instructor will:

Execute administrative duties related to training administration, encompassing record keeping, meticulous monitoring of student progress, student counseling, active participation in training development initiatives, and ongoing maintenance of training programs.
Potentially serve as a Flight Check Airman (FCA) (Lead), Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) Evaluator, Simulator Certification (SIMCERT)/Simulator Evaluation (SIMVAL) specialist, Learning Center monitor, safety representative, physical/cyber security representative, and hazardous materials (HAZMAT) specialist as assigned by the Employer.
Attend relevant meetings, conferences, and reviews, including Operations Group Standardization/Evaluation (Stan/Eval) Boards (SEB), Training Review Panels (TRP), Formal Training Unit (FTU) instructor meetings, Headquarters (HQ) Air Mobility Command (AMC) curriculum reviews, HQ AMC Stan/Eval Conferences, and Flight Manual Review Conferences (FMRC).
Be prepared to travel as required.
Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to undertake other duties as assigned.

Candidate Profile:

Education: Minimum of an Associate’s Degree.
Experience: Minimum of ten (10) years flying experience as a military crewmember. Minimum of two (2) years of flight instructor experience as a C-17 Loadmaster. C-17 instructor experience within five (5) years of hiring date preferred, or ability to obtain an AMC/A3TK waiver.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Exceptional ability to interface with students, providing immediate remediation or developing alternative courses of action to facilitate learning.
- Unwavering commitment to upholding a high standard of instruction and maintaining a deep well of subject knowledge, expertise, and instructional capability.
- Thorough knowledge of C-17 aircraft systems, cargo loading/unloading procedures, and general aircraft operating procedures.
- Strong understanding of instructional principles and theories related to Training Systems (TS).
- Proven ability to successfully complete annual internal standardization evaluations.
- Active SECRET Security Clearance required.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires the ability to:

Communicate effectively (talk, hear).
Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
Use hands with dexterity for fine motor tasks.
Reach with arms.
Stoop and kneel.
Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Possess close and distance vision with the ability to adjust focus.
Work in environments with varying noise levels from quiet to loud.
Safely ingress/egress from simulators and aircraft.
Work in inclement weather and temperature extremes.
Exit WST/CCT/LS using a rope or escape ladder.

FlightSafety International is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.