Instructor/Check Pilot - DHC-8

Berry Aviation, Inc. • San Marcos, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Serves as a ground, flight simulator, and aircraft Instructor Pilot/Check Pilot (IP/CP) to accomplish required training and testing in accordance with 14 CFR Part 135, Operations Specifications, and company training program requirements. The DHC-8 IP/CP conducts required training and testing for pilot, instructor, and check pilot candidates and coordinates with the Chief Pilot and Director of Training on matters relating to DHC-8 operating procedures, training, and testing. The DHC-8 IP/PC will maintain Pilot In Command (PIC), IP, and CP qualification in the DHC-8 and any special mission capabilities associated with DHC-8 flight operations. The incumbent will be available to function as PIC, as needed, in both revenue and non-revenue flight operations, domestically and internationally.

Requirements

• Must be able to obtain a Class I Medical Certificate.
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs).
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, interpersonal skills and professional demeanor.
• Must possess valid Passport.
• Ability to acquire and maintain, or currently hold, an active Secret Clearance or higher.

Nice To Haves

• Possess Airline Transport Certificate; Airplane Multi-engine Land (ATP-AMEL).
• Type rated in the DHC-8.
• Prior experience as a flight or simulator instructor pilot under 14 CFR 121 or 135 or 142, or equivalent military experience.
• Prior experience as a flight or simulator check pilot under 14 CFR 121 or 135 or 142, or equivalent military experience.
• Prior experience in Night Vision Goggle (NVG) operations and aerial delivery.
• Preferred location within driving distance to San Marcos Regional Airport (KHYI) or Concord-Padgett Regional Airport (KJQF).
• Possess a good working knowledge of office suites computer programs.

Responsibilities

• Provides ground and flight training and ongoing mentoring as assigned for IP/CP candidates’ initial qualification, recurrency and requalification curriculums and modules in accordance with the company Pilot Training Program for the DHC-8.
• Provides classroom instruction, flight instruction, and pilot testing in special operations/special missions capabilities (e.g., Radar Approaches, Night Vision Goggles, Aerial Delivery, etc.).
• Provides classroom instruction in both aircraft and non-aircraft-specific subjects including non-aircraft-specific subjects delivered for pilots not assigned to the incumbent’s base aircraft type(s).
• Provides pilot flight instruction in flight training devices, simulators, and aircraft as assigned.
• Administers oral, written, and practical testing of pilots in accordance with applicable CFRs, OpSpecs, the company training program, and appropriate testing standards.
• Completes, with timeliness and accuracy, all required documentation following training and testing activities.
• Assists the Director of Training (DOT) in researching, evaluating, and implementing new or revised training systems, policies, procedures, and techniques.
• Codifies standardization areas and topics as liaison between Chief Pilot and DOT.
• Provides subject matter expertise and liaison between line-of-business and field units and the DOT for validation and verification of training programs and protocols.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Training.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunity in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship.
• All conditions and privileges of employment are administered to all employees without discrimination or harassment because of race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, special disabled veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
• Compliance with all applicable state or local fair employment laws that forbid discrimination or harassment on the basis of other protected characteristics.
• Verification of employment eligibility in accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
• Participation via E-Verify.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed