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C-17 Pilot Instructor

An INSTRUCTOR is sought for a Pilot Instructor role at Elmendorf AFB, AK. This position focuses on providing ground-based training for C-17 pilots within the established Training System curriculum.

About the Role

The Pilot Instructor will deliver comprehensive training for C-17 pilots, utilizing the Weapon System Trainer, C-17 aircraft, computer-based trainers, and other ground-training devices. Responsibilities include instruction in air-drop and aerial-refueling/transport procedures, conducting student briefings and debriefings, monitoring student progress, administering training, and performing simulator and standardization duties. The role also encompasses assigned safety, security, HAZMAT, and travel responsibilities.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree is required.
• A minimum of eight years of flying experience is necessary, with at least five of those years as a C-17 pilot. Experience in air drop and aerial refueling is essential, or the candidate must be able to obtain an AMC/A3TK waiver.
• A minimum of two years or 200 hours of flight instructor experience in air drop, aerial refueling, and tactics is required.
• Recent C-17 flight simulator pilot instructor experience and CATS MECOC certification are desired.
• Fluency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English is mandatory.
• The ability to clearly relay information verbally and in writing, and to effectively present information, is essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• A working knowledge of instructional principles, computer applications, and training-system procedures is necessary.
• Successful completion of annual internal standardization evaluations is a requirement.
• An active SECRET Security Clearance must be possessed.
• Physical requirements include regular simulator and aircraft ingress/egress, working in variable conditions, and occasional lifting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Eight years of flying experience
• Five years as a C-17 pilot (or waiver eligibility)
• Air drop and aerial refueling experience
• Two years or 200 hours of flight instructor experience
• Active SECRET Security Clearance
• English fluency
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Knowledge of instructional principles and training systems