Global 6000/6500 Flight Instructor
Leidos, a leading provider of airborne intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) solutions, seeks a highly qualified Global 6000/6500 Flight Instructor to join its Defense Group team in El Paso, TX. This individual will play a vital role in training and developing the next generation of U.S. Army Fixed-Wing Aviators, upholding the highest standards of skill, safety, professionalism, and customer focus.
Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive ground and flight training to U.S. Army personnel.
- Conduct and meticulously document flight evaluations in accordance with the Leidos Global 6000/6500 Program of Instruction and/or U.S. Army Global 6000/6500 Aircrew Training Manual (ATM).
- Manage and monitor aircrew Crew Endurance status to ensure compliance with DCMA 8210.1D, AR 95-20, and 14 CFR Part 91 regulations.
- Assist the Senior Flight Instructor in the development, review, and implementation of the Program of Instruction/Syllabus, adhering to U.S. Army TRADOC requirements.
- Serve as a Point of Contact (POC) for site interaction with the Government Flight Representative (GFR) and other resident U.S. Government personnel.
- Act as a Contractor's Requesting Official (CRO).
- Operate aircraft in strict accordance with applicable regulations, program policies, and corporate procedures.
- Manage all aircraft movement requests, including coordination of Prior Permission Required (PPRs), Aircraft Personnel Automated Clearance System (APACS) requests, and Air Tasking Order (ATO) compliance.
- Liaise effectively with U.S. Government Flight Operations Personnel and the GFR.
- Perform flight operations duties and responsibilities as required.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree (BS) or equivalent experience with 17-22 years of relevant experience, a Master's degree with 15-20 years of experience, or a Doctorate with 13-16 years of experience.
- U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance.
- Current passport and valid state driver's license.
- Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience supervising or leading teams or projects.
- Minimum of 1,500 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) total flight time.
- Minimum of 500 hours PIC in a Global 6000/6500 aircraft or similar aircraft type.
- Ability to successfully complete a BD-700 Global Vision Type Certification without restrictions.
- Hold at least a Commercial Airplane Multiengine, Instructor Pilot (CFI/MEI), and Instrument Airplane Airman Certificate.
- FCC Radio Telephone Operator License.
- U.S. military aviation experience.
- Ability to obtain and maintain CFI/CFII/MEI certification.
Preferred Qualifications:
- BD-700 (6000/6500 series) FAA type rating.
- Active DoD Secret security clearance.
- CFI/CFII/MEI certification.
- International experience operating in the North Atlantic Tracks (NAT) High Level Airspace (HLA).
- Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate.
- 2,000 hours of PIC time.
- 1,500 hours of multiengine time.
- 300 hours of instrument (actual) time.
- Pilot 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.
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.
Pay Range: $148,850.00 – $269,075.00