Flight Instructor - Global 6000/6500 - El Paso, TX
Leidos is dedicated to safeguarding the world, supporting the critical missions of our customers in the Defense Industry. Our dedicated Defense Group employees solve crucial challenges across the globe, from airborne sensor operations to autonomous maritime platforms. Leidos is a comprehensive provider of airborne intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) solutions, offering full life-cycle support including air and ground ISR processing, ground and flight training, and complete solutions for government agencies.
Opportunity
The Defense Group at Leidos seeks a skilled and experienced Flight Instructor to join our team in El Paso, TX. The successful candidate will train and enhance the proficiency of the next generation of U.S. Army Fixed-Wing Aviators, adhering to our high standards of aviation skill, safety, professionalism, and customer focus.
Responsibilities
The Flight Instructor will be responsible for, but not limited to:
- Providing comprehensive ground and flight training to U.S. Army personnel.
- Conducting and documenting flight evaluations, adhering to the Leidos Global 6000/6500 Program of Instruction and/or US Army Global 6000/6500 Aircrew Training Manual (ATM).
- Managing and monitoring all aircrew Crew Endurance status to ensure compliance with DCMA 8210.1D, AR 95-20, and 14 CFR Part 91.
- Collaborating with the Senior Flight Instructor on the development, review, and implementation of the Program of Instruction / Syllabus in accordance with U.S. Army TRADOC requirements.
- Serving as a point of contact for site interaction with the GFR and other resident USG personnel.
- Acting as a Contractor's Requesting Official (CRO).
- Operating aircraft in accordance with applicable regulations, program/corporate policies, and procedures.
- Managing all aircraft movement requests, including coordination of PPRs, Aircraft Personnel Automated Clearance System (APACS) requests, and ATO compliance.
- Maintaining effective liaison with US Government Flight Operations Personnel and GFR.
- Performing flight operations duties and responsibilities as required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience with 12-15 years of prior relevant experience OR Master's degree with 10-13 years of prior relevant experience.
- U.S. Citizenship with an active DoD SECRET level security clearance.
- Current passport and valid state driver's license.
- Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
- Two (2) or more years of experience supervising or leading teams or projects.
- 1,500 hours PIC total time.
- 500 hours PIC in a Global 6000/6500 aircraft or similar aircraft type.
- Ability to complete a BD-700 Global Vision Type Certification without restrictions.
- Current Commercial Airplane Multiengine, Instructor Pilot (CFI/MEI) and Instrument Airplane Airman Certificate.
- FCC Radio Telephone Operator License.
- US military aviation experience.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a CFI / CFII / MEI certification.
Preferred Qualifications
- BD-700 (6000/6500 series) FAA type rating.
- CFI / CFII / MEI certification.
- International experience operating in the NAT HLA.
- Airline Transport Pilot (ATP).
- 2,000 hours of PIC time.
- 1,500 hours of Multiengine time.
- 300 hours of Instrument (actual) time.
- Rating held for the last three (3) consecutive years.
- Former U.S. Military Instructor Pilot and Instrument Flight Examiner.
- U.S. Army Instructor Pilot, Instrument Flight Examiner.
Compensation
The pay range for this position is $122,200.00 - $220,900.00. This range is a guideline and is subject to change based on factors including, but not limited to, responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Leidos is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws.