FlightSafety International seeks a qualified Second in Command (SIC) for its Lafayette, Louisiana facility. This non-instructional role involves serving as a competent crew partner for pilots undergoing training in multi-crew aircraft simulators, ensuring operational currency and adherence to training curricula.
About the Role
The Second in Command (SIC) position at FlightSafety International supports recurrent, initial, and generic training courses for both internal and external clients. The incumbent will operate simulator flight controls as a functional crew member for multi-crew aircraft when clients arrive without a flying partner. This is a flying role focused on crew coordination and simulator operation, not instruction. The SIC is responsible for maintaining qualification and currency in assigned aircraft programs and adhering to FlightSafety International's Quality Management Systems.
Responsibilities
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Act as Second-in-Command (SIC) for clients training in multi-crew aircraft simulators who are without a flying partner.
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Serve as a competent second crew member, focusing on simulator operation rather than delivering instruction.
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Maintain SIC pilot qualification in accordance with assigned programs and FlightSafety International's Quality Management Systems (QMS).
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Ensure all certificates, ratings, and designations required for SIC duties remain current.
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Perform SIC duties in various aircraft types for Part 142, Part 135, and non-FAA clients as needed.
Requirements
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High school diploma or GED (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
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Two to three years of related experience and/or training.
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Commercial Pilot Certificate with appropriate category, class, and instrument ratings.
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Minimum of 450 flight hours of total flight time.
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Fluency in English (speaking, understanding, reading, and writing) with excellent cockpit verbal communication skills.
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Ability to interact professionally with diverse customers and adapt to changing schedules and high-pressure situations.
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Physical ability to reach and manipulate rudder/anti-torque controls, operate simulator controls, enter and exit the simulator, and exit a malfunctioning simulator.
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Must meet stated vision requirements.
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Ability to lift up to 10 pounds regularly and 25 pounds frequently.
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Eligibility to qualify as a "U.S. Person" under ITAR/EAR (or otherwise eligible for export authorization) and pass OFAC compliance reviews.
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Potential requirement for eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
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Residence in or near the Lafayette, LA area is preferred.