Simulator Training Instructor

Metrea•Moreno Valley, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Metrea’s Air Mobility Group develops and delivers aerial refueling capabilities and supports the readiness and operational effectiveness of its tanker fleet. The Simulator Training Instructor provides simulator-based instruction for KC-135 crews in aircraft systems, normal and emergency procedures, and mission scenarios. Instruction supports recurrent and recency training, upgrades, and requalification. The instructor conducts training events, briefings, and debriefings; configures training profiles in coordination with simulator operators; evaluates crew performance; and provides feedback or identifies needs for remediation. The role also helps develop and improve training profiles, lesson plans, courseware, and evaluation materials, while completing required documentation and other assigned instructional or administrative duties. This is an as-needed position with no guaranteed hours per month. Work may take place at CAE/DRG KC-135 simulator locations, excluding Altus AFB and Tampa, Florida; locations may change as simulators become available. Approximately 25% travel is required. No lodging or per diem is authorized unless travel to a location outside the employee’s home base is requested. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and have an active Secret clearance at hire, with the ability to maintain it throughout employment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Eight years of total flying experience and five years of military experience.
At least two years of KC-135 Pilot flight instructor and training management experience.
Recent experience within the last two years as a KC-135 Instructor Pilot, Evaluator Pilot, or KC-135 Simulator Instructor.
Completion of a formal USAF Instructor training course.
Strong facilitation and data analysis skills.
Experience with iOS operating systems, including iPad/EFB.
Current U.S. passport with at least one year of validity at the start of the contract.
Valid driver’s license.
Good command of spoken and written English.
Basic skills using Microsoft Office Suite programs.
U.S. citizenship.
Active Secret clearance at the time of hire and ability to maintain it throughout employment.
Flexibility to travel to other CAE/DRG KC-135 simulator locations when needed.

Nice To Haves

CFII certificate.
Living within 50 miles driving distance of a current KC-135 simulator location; preference will be given to candidates who meet this condition.

Responsibilities

Conduct KC-135 simulator training in normal, abnormal, emergency, and mission-specific scenarios while maintaining a safe and effective training environment.
Conduct simulator briefings and debriefings, operate training scenarios, and complete required training documentation accurately and efficiently.
Apply situational awareness and Crew Resource Management principles to develop crew coordination, communication, decision-making, and risk management.
Coordinate with the DRG/CAE Simulator Operator to ensure mission profiles and required syllabi are configured for each training event.
Instruct crews on KC-135 aircraft systems, operational procedures, checklists, emergency procedures, and mission operations in accordance with company procedures, FAA regulations, and applicable training standards.
Evaluate crew performance, provide timely and constructive feedback, and identify deficiencies that require further instruction or remediation.
Maintain current knowledge of KC-135/C-135 aircraft systems, procedures, training requirements, and applicable regulations.
Assist in developing, reviewing, and improving simulator training profiles, lesson plans, courseware, and evaluation materials.
Perform additional instructional, training, and administrative duties as assigned.