Simulator Instructor

Tradewind Aviation LLC • Stuart, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Tradewind Aviation is a leading Part 135 commuter and on-demand private charter operator with operational bases in Waterbury/Oxford, Connecticut; Westchester, New York; Stuart, Florida; and San Juan, Puerto Rico. Founded in 2001, the company provides private and scheduled personal air travel throughout North America and the Caribbean.

The PC-12 Simulator Instructor position is based at the RTC simulator facility in Tampa, Florida. The instructor conducts initial, recurrent, and upgrade training and checking in the Pilatus PC-12 simulator, maintains the annual schedule of simulator sessions, and assists the Director of Training with research, evaluation, and implementation of training systems, policies, and procedures. The role requires some travel to other training locations and the ability to work multiple consecutive nights on the night shift.

Requirements

• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Airplane Single-Engine Land (ASEL) and instrument rating.
• Must be able to relocate to within 90 minutes of the Tampa simulator facility.
• Must meet the requirements of 14 CFR § 135.337 and 135.338 for simulator qualification.
• Excellent presentation ability.
• Four-year college degree or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of and ability to teach aircraft systems, operating procedures, and policies.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; team-oriented and self-directed.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to learn new software and systems efficiently.
• Ability to work night shift multiple consecutive nights.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 15 pounds.
• Ability to work in confined spaces as required.
• Ability to sit for extended periods while performing computer-based work.
• Ability to communicate effectively by phone and during in-person and virtual meetings.
• Ability to use a computer keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous Part 135 experience.
• Pilatus PC-12 experience.
• CFII with turbine aircraft experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial, recurrent, and upgrade training and checking in the Pilatus PC-12 simulator.
• Generate and maintain the schedule of simulator sessions in Tampa throughout the year.
• Assist the Director of Training in researching, evaluating, and implementing new or revised training systems, policies, and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Travel to other training locations as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and voluntary insurance plans.
• Retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Standby travel on select Tradewind Aviation scheduled flights.
• Discounted standby travel benefits on numerous major and regional US and international airlines.
• Career path with opportunities for growth and advancement throughout the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time