Simulator Instructor

PSA Airlines, a wholly-owned subsidiary of American Airlines, is seeking a dedicated and skilled Simulator Instructor to join its Flight Operations team in Charlotte, North Carolina. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of future pilots within a supportive and safety-focused environment. The position ID is 2025-5403.

About PSA Airlines

PSA Airlines provides unparalleled avenues for career advancement and professional development. The company fosters a culture of teamwork, diversity, and inclusivity, committed to creating a safe, respectful, and positive workplace. Driven by The PSA Way, the airline emphasizes stability, growth, and a forward-thinking approach, while prioritizing safety in all operations. Employees at PSA are reliable, accountable, and caring in their interactions with colleagues and customers. Joining the team provides access to a comprehensive benefits package, including travel privileges on the American Airlines global network.

Benefits

PSA Airlines offers a comprehensive benefits package, demonstrating a commitment to excellence. Eligible team members can expect:

Travel privileges on the American Airlines global network.
A generous vacation plan.
401(k) with company match.
American Airlines Group (AAG) profit-sharing and bonus opportunities.
A choice of three health plan options, all with nationwide coverage through the UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus network.
Premium dental coverage.
Vision plan options covering glasses and contacts annually.
Benefits navigation services, including assistance with finding doctors, scheduling appointments, and understanding medical bills.
Access to 24-hour virtual urgent care services.
Family planning and fertility treatment.
LGBTQ+ friendly services, including gender-affirming care and family planning assistance.
Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability, and supplemental life insurance options.
Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care and Dependent Care services.
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, including free in-person sessions with a healthcare professional.

Responsibilities

The Simulator Instructor will play a crucial role in the development of PSA Airlines pilots. This individual will collaborate with the Check Airman Supervisor and Flight Training Administration, ensuring effective scheduling, progress monitoring, and accurate record-keeping for early-stage pilot training. This role will also support the Director of Training and Manager of Simulator Training and Standards in maintaining up-to-date departmental goals, policies and procedures. This position is not line qualified and is not on the PSA Pilot Seniority list. Specific responsibilities include:

Providing initial flight instruction in a full flight simulator and occasional ground instruction.
Instructing initial, upgrading, and transitioning PSA pilots.
Adhering to Company Standard Operating Procedures.
Completing student training records.
Undertaking developmental duties as assigned.
Maintaining the Company's Security and Safety Management System (SMS) and associated Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance outputs.

Qualifications

Required qualifications for this position are:

Eligibility for a CL-65 PIC Type Rating.
Possession of an Airline Transport Pilot License.
Excellent communication skills.
Recommended experience as a 121 instructor.
Preferred previous experience as a 121 check airman.
Ability to demonstrate authorization to work in the United States.
Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Additional Information

This role operates in a professional office environment, utilizing standard office equipment. The position requires the ability to communicate, stand, walk, climb stairs, lift up to 25 lbs, handle or feel objects, and reach with hands and arms. All employees must pass a fingerprint-based criminal history records check (CHRC) and a pre-employment drug screen.

PSA Airlines is an equal opportunity employer and an affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This job description is not all-inclusive. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.