22 November 2025

Leidos | Captain

Broome, AUS, United States

Aviation Training Captain & Simulator Instructor Opportunities

About Leidos Airborne Solutions Australia

Leidos Airborne Solutions Australia is a vital partner to the Australian Government, conducting critical airborne special missions that safeguard borders and save lives. Operating across Australia and the Indian Ocean Territories, the organization utilizes advanced technology for border surveillance and life-saving search-and-rescue operations. With a 24/7 Operations Centre, Systems Integration Lab, and Mission Equipment Service Centre, Leidos fosters innovation by collaborating with local SMEs and integrating cutting-edge ISR technology. Leidos is committed to a mission-driven culture where employees protect national interests and work with industry-leading expertise.

Do Work That Matters

The organization is actively seeking passionate, highly skilled, and mission-focused individuals to join its diverse team. This role involves commanding and delivering flight crew training on highly modified Dash 8 aircraft, equipped with advanced surveillance technology. As a Training Captain or Simulator Instructor, the successful candidate will provide essential leadership, support, and professional development to Dash 8 pilots. This vital role offers significant job satisfaction and opportunities for career advancement, including training for additional instructor and examiner qualifications.

Role and Responsibilities

Flexible Work Options and Locations

Career Development and Workplace Culture

Leidos offers comprehensive training for additional instructor and examiner qualifications, fostering professional growth. The workplace is certified as 'Family Friendly,' actively supporting team members in balancing their diverse roles within their families. Leidos is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, valued, and respected, with equal access to opportunities.

Key Requirements

Compensation and Benefits

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Leidos Australia is an equal opportunities employer dedicated to fostering a truly inclusive workplace. Applications are welcomed and encouraged from individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, veterans, neurodiverse individuals, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups. Five Advocacy Groups support and celebrate the diverse community.

Recruitment Process

  1. Application submission via the provided links or Careers page.
  2. Behavioural-based interview (online).
  3. Simulator assessment (in person - Melbourne).
  4. Background checks, including a police check and pre-employment medical.
  5. Applicants may also need to meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements.

Leidos is committed to ensuring accessibility throughout the recruitment process and encourages candidates to contact the Careers team for any required support.

Note: Leidos is vigilant against fake employment opportunities. The organization will never request payment or advance money during the application process and will only communicate via official Leidos.com automated systems.

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