Flight Safety International | Instructor

C-17 Pilot Instructor

FlightSafety International is the world’s premier professional aviation training company and a leading supplier of flight simulators, visual systems, and displays to commercial, government, and military organizations globally. The company is dedicated to providing advanced training for pilots, technicians, and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world’s largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and delivers award-winning maintenance training through its extensive network of Learning Centers and training locations across the United States, Canada, France, and the United Kingdom.

FlightSafety International is seeking a highly skilled and experienced C-17 Pilot Instructor to join its esteemed team. This pivotal role involves the comprehensive delivery of ground-based training for C-17 pilots, encompassing instruction, mentorship, and precise measurement of crewmember progress within an established Training System (TS) curriculum. The instructor will be instrumental in upholding FlightSafety’s reputation for excellence in aviation education and simulator instruction.

• Conducts advanced ground training for C-17 TS pilots in air drop, aerial refueling/transport operating procedures, utilizing state-of-the-art devices such as the Weapon System Trainer (WST), C-17 aircraft, and Computer-Based Trainers (CBT).
• Diagnoses and remediates student performance issues to ensure optimal training outcomes.
• Maintains an exceptionally high level of subject matter knowledge, instructional capability, and professional expertise.
• Facilitates comprehensive briefings and debriefings, providing critical counseling to pilots and Maintenance Engine Run personnel to foster and sustain high proficiency levels.
• Performs essential administrative duties related to training, including interfacing with user organizations, meticulous record-keeping, monitoring student progress, counseling, developing training materials, and maintaining training programs.
• Contributes actively to courseware development by providing inputs for corrections, modifications, and updates to training policies and procedures.
• Flies the Weapon System Trainer (WST) as required to sustain and enhance instructional expertise.
• Participates in C-17 aircraft flights in an observer capacity, as needed, to maintain currency on operational procedures and assess student progress in a real-world environment.
• Serves as a C-17 Pilot Subject Matter Expert (SME) for students, fellow personnel, and during critical test events.
• Undertakes additional duties as assigned, including but not limited to serving as Flight Check Airman (FCA)(Lead), Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) Evaluator, Simulator Certification (SIMCERT)/Simulator Evaluation (SIMVAL) duties, and assisting in project and development work.
• Attends various operational and standardization meetings, 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/or Flight Manual Review Conferences (FMRC) as required.
• Accomplishes Learning Center monitor duties, safety representative duties, physical/cyber security representative duties, and hazardous materials (HAZMAT) duties as designated.
• Travels as required to support training objectives and organizational needs.

Education

• A Bachelor’s degree is required.

Experience

• A minimum of eight (8) years of flying experience is required, with at least five (5) years as a C-17 pilot. This must include extensive air drop and aerial refueling experience, or the ability to obtain an AMC/A3TK waiver.
• Two (2) years or 200 hours of flight instructor experience specifically in air drop, aerial refueling, and tactical operations.
• Recent C-17 flight simulator pilot instructor experience is highly desired.
• CATS MECOC certification is highly desired.

Skills and Abilities

• Exceptional ability to fluently read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
• Demonstrated capability to clearly and concisely relay information, both verbally and in writing, to diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to effectively present complex information and respond to questions from customers and trainees.
• Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of instructional principles and theories pertinent to Training Systems (TSs).
• Proficiency in personal computer operation and standard software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Successfully accomplishes annual internal standardization evaluations to maintain instructional qualifications.
• Must possess an active SECRET Security Clearance.

Materials and Equipment Utilized

The role requires regular interaction with and instruction on:

• C-17 Weapon System Trainer (WST)
• C-17 Aircraft
• Computer-Based Training (CBT) Systems
• Classroom presentation equipment (e.g., overhead projectors)
• Training Management System / Graduate Training Management Information System (GTIMS)
• Standard office equipment and software (e.g., Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)

This position requires a teammate to meet specific physical demands and adapt to various work environment characteristics inherent to the role. The teammate will regularly engage in talking, hearing, sitting, standing, walking, and utilizing hands for fine motor skills. Occasional reaching, stooping, or kneeling may be necessary. Frequent ingress and egress from simulators and aircraft are required, often involving work in inclement weather and temperature extremes as dictated by Air Force and company guidelines. The role necessitates frequently lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 35 pounds. Work environments can range from quiet to extremely loud. A critical safety requirement includes the ability to exit the WST via an escape ladder to the floor.