C-17 Pilot Instructor

Flightsafety International • Altus Air Force Base, OK

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About The Position

The Pilot Instructor is responsible for the accomplishment of ground-based training of C17 pilots, including instructing and measuring training progress of crewmembers who train in the established Training System (TS) curriculum. The position involves conducting training using various devices, maintaining subject knowledge, conducting briefings and debriefings, performing administrative duties, and providing inputs for courseware corrections. The instructor will also fly the WST and the C-17 aircraft as required to maintain instructional expertise and observe student progress.

Requirements

• Ability to fluently read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to clearly relay information, both verbally and written.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of instructional principles and theories.
• Working knowledge of personal computers and software applications.
• Successfully accomplish annual internal standardization evaluations.
• Possess an active SECRET Security Clearance.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Eight years flying experience, five years as a C-17 pilot with air drop and aerial refueling experience.
• Two years or 200 hours of flight instructor experience in air drop, aerial refueling, and tactics.

Nice To Haves

• Recent C-17 flight simulator pilot instructor experience.
• CATS MECOC certification.

Responsibilities

• Conducts training using devices such as the Weapon System Trainer (WST), the C-17 aircraft, and Computer-Based Trainers (CBT).
• Maintains a high level of subject knowledge, instruction capability, and expertise.
• Conducts briefings and debriefings and counsels all pilots and Maintenance Engine Run personnel.
• Performs administrative duties related to training, including record keeping and monitoring student progress.
• Provides inputs for courseware corrections and updates training policies and procedures.
• Flies the WST and the airplane in observer status as required.
• Serves as C-17 Pilot Subject Matter Expert (SME) for students and personnel.
• Accomplishes Simulator Certification (SIMCERT)/Simulator Evaluation (SIMVAL) duties when assigned.
• Assists in project and development work as assigned.
• Attends Operations Group Standardization/Evaluation Boards and Training Review Panels.
• Accomplishes Learning Center monitor duties and safety representative duties as assigned.
• Travels as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees