Lockheed Martin | Instructor
Senior Ground Flight Instructor - E3
Lockheed Martin is seeking an experienced Senior Ground Flight Instructor to join the AIR 5428 Pilot Training System at RAAF Base East Sale, Australia. This role involves delivering comprehensive classroom and procedural training to Australian Defence Force pilot candidates, focusing on aircraft systems, operational procedures, navigation, and aviation regulations.
About the Role
The Senior Ground Flight Instructor will be responsible for imparting knowledge on a wide array of aviation topics, including aircraft systems, operational procedures, aircraft performance, Air Traffic Control and airspace procedures, emergency protocols, troubleshooting, navigation, aerodynamics, radio operations, civil and military aviation regulations, and ADF policies. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate student training records and reports, conducting training sessions using static airframes and procedural trainers, assessing student proficiency, and developing innovative teaching methods and training aids to enhance instructional quality.
Requirements
- Australian citizenship is mandatory, along with the ability to obtain and maintain the required Australian Government Defence security clearance.
- Candidates should possess qualifications in a relevant aviation discipline or equivalent experience.
- A Certificate IV in Training and Assessment is required.
- Substantial experience within a training environment or in delivering training services is essential.
- Previous Australian Defence Force (ADF) experience is highly desirable.
- Experience as a Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI) or Qualified Helicopter Instructor (QHI), or as a ground training officer, is sought.
- Experience with large aircraft types or fast jets is preferred.
Qualifications
- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
- Relevant aviation discipline qualifications or equivalent experience.