Boeing Communication System Operator Instructor (C-32A / C-40B)

VetJobs•Andrews AFB, MD

11d•$100,000

About The Position

BlueForce, Inc. is seeking an experienced Boeing Communication System Operator (CSO) Instructor for the C-32A/C-40B to support the 89th Airlift Wing Formal Training Unit (FTU). The instructor delivers academic and practical training to flight attendants and CSOs assigned to the Executive Airlift FTU, emphasizing safety procedures, emergency protocols, customer service standards, aircraft-specific procedures, and compliance with aviation regulations. Qualified instructors may also train students supporting other aircraft types. The role includes teaching in accordance with current training guides, courseware, and syllabi; evaluating student performance and documenting progress; developing and maintaining course materials; and operating the Fuselage Trainer and other EMA Aircrew Training Devices, including Virtual Reality Modules. The instructor also teaches Security+ curriculum and must maintain the required CompTIA certification. The instructor follows written guidance from FTU leadership when instructional materials conflict, keeps records of related guidance, and maintains an orderly workspace and professional business-casual appearance.

Requirements

Active Secret clearance.
At least three years of documented instructor experience on executive military transport (SAM/DV) airframes such as C-32, C-40, C-37, or VC-25; alternatively, at least three years of instructor experience in civilian equivalents such as VVIP Part 135 charter, Fortune 500 corporate flight departments, or head-of-state aircrews.
At least five years of cumulative flight experience and three years of documented flight instructor experience as a CSO Instructor.
Provide previous Form 8s and flight records, or company-certified training records, logbooks, or employment verification letters that explicitly detail CSO instructor duties.
CompTIA Security+ CE (Continuing Education) certification.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of documented experience as a certified Formal Training Unit instructor, such as an Air Force T-prefixed instructor, Navy/Marine Corps NATOPS Instructor, or Army Flight Instructor/Standardization Instructor, on any military aircraft platform/MDS; alternatively, at least three years of documented flight examiner/evaluator or instructional duties in a designated aircrew position or military aircraft platform/MDS.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive training to CSOs assigned to the Executive Airlift Formal Training Unit and, if qualified and required, students supporting other aircraft types.
Deliver academic and practical instruction covering safety procedures, emergency protocols, customer service excellence, regulatory compliance, and aircraft-specific procedures.
Instruct students in accordance with current training guides, courseware, and syllabi; notify FTU leadership of contradictions and follow its written guidance or clarification.
Maintain records of FTU written guidance and clarification specific to the syllabus, aircraft, and crew position.
Evaluate student performance, monitor progress, and provide additional training to correct deficiencies and achieve proficiency.
Document student training progress in training folders weekly and ensure completion of monthly and quarterly reviews.
Inform leadership of student training status, strengths and weaknesses, disciplinary issues, and any need for additional training time.
Develop, maintain, administer, and deliver course materials, including tests, PowerPoints, and ad hoc lesson plans.
Review course materials and syllabi after each class and recommend changes to FTU leadership.
Request power-on trainers in coordination with FTU leadership and provide training recommendations for FTU Flying Trainers.
Attend student-training meetings, including FTU staff meetings, and relay information as requested by FTU leadership.
Operate Fuselage Trainer equipment and other 89 AW Executive Mission Aviator Aircrew Training Devices, including Virtual Reality Modules; serve as the primary instructor for Fuselage Trainer and associated EMA device instructional events.
Conduct and document debriefs on curriculum and instruction after each academic phase or as requested by staff.
Maintain CompTIA Security+ certification in accordance with continuing education requirements and instruct CSO students in the Security+ curriculum using current CompTIA materials.
Keep workspace areas neat and orderly, avoid conditions that may lead to safety violations, and maintain a clean, neat, business-casual appearance and proper personal hygiene.