C-17 Pilot Instructor

FlightSafety International, the world's leading professional aviation training company, seeks a highly qualified and experienced C-17 Pilot Instructor. This individual will be responsible for delivering ground-based training to C-17 pilots, utilizing a variety of tools including simulators and aircraft.

Responsibilities:

Conduct training for C-17 pilots in air drop, aerial refueling, and transport operating procedures, employing the Weapon System Trainer (WST), C-17 aircraft, Computer-Based Trainers (CBT), and other ground training methods.
Evaluate student progress and provide tailored instruction to address individual needs.
Maintain a high level of proficiency in subject matter and instructional techniques.
Conduct pre-flight briefings and post-flight debriefings, offering constructive counsel to enhance pilot proficiency.
Manage administrative tasks related to training, including user organization communication, record keeping, student progress monitoring, and program maintenance.
Contribute to the development and enhancement of training materials and procedures.
Operate the WST to maintain instructional competence.
Observe in-flight operations to maintain currency on procedures and monitor student performance.
Serve as a C-17 Pilot Subject Matter Expert for students, colleagues, and testing events.
Act as a Flight Check Airman (FCA), Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) Evaluator, or perform Simulator Certification/Evaluation duties, when required.
Participate in project work and development activities as needed.
Attend relevant industry meetings, standardization boards, training review panels, and curriculum reviews.
Fulfill Learning Center monitor, safety, physical/cyber security, and hazardous materials duties as assigned.
Undertake travel as required.
Perform additional duties as delegated.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree.
Eight years of flying experience, with five years as a C-17 pilot, including air drop and aerial refueling expertise (or ability to obtain an AMC/A3TK waiver).
Two years or 200 hours of flight instructor experience in air drop, aerial refueling, and tactics.
Recent C-17 flight simulator pilot instructor experience and CATS MECOC certification are highly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Excellent proficiency in English, both written and verbal.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively.
Strong knowledge of instructional principles and theories.
Proficient in the use of personal computers and relevant software applications (word processing, spreadsheets, databases).
Successful completion of annual internal standardization evaluations.
Possession of an active SECRET Security Clearance.

Equipment:

C-17 WST
C-17 Aircraft
CBT Systems
Classroom presentation equipment
Training Management System / Graduate Training Management Information System (GTIMS)
General office equipment
Software applications

Physical Requirements:

This position requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, and use hands and arms. The instructor must be capable of lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 35 pounds occasionally. The work environment may include varying noise levels and temperature extremes and requires the ability to enter and exit the simulator.

FlightSafety International is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.