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CAE

Instructor Boom Operator

Tampa, FL · On-site

$22.75 - $28.75/hr

Provide KC-135 Boom Operator instruction in aircraft, classroom, and simulator or other platform environments. Also provide training for Visual Threat Recognition Avoidance Training (VTRAT)

Caeus

Instructor Boom Operator

Tampa, FL

$23.50 - $29.75/hr

Provide KC-135 Boom Operator instruction in aircraft, classroom, and simulator or other platform environments. Also provide training for Visual Threat Recognition Avoidance Training (VTRAT)

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Operator Knuckleboom

Sarasota, FL · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Knuckle Boom Truck Operator Location: Depending on Project Location - United States Reports To: Project Manager Compensation Range: $30-$40/hr Other Compensation: Lodging, Per Diem, and Travel ...

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A Boom Operator is responsible for capturing high-quality audio on film and television sets. They operate a boom microphone, positioning it to clearly record dialogue while staying out of the camera frame. Boom Operators also assist the production sound mixer by managing cables and using wireless microphones when needed. Their role is crucial in ensuring crisp, clear sound for a production.

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Instructor Boom Operator

CAE

Tampa, FL • On-site

$22.75 - $28.75/hr

Other

Posted 16 days ago

CAE rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

25th of 71 rated aerospace companies

Job description

Who We Are:
  • CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers' training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness.
  • CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.
  • CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.
What We Have to Offer:
  • Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance
  • A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe
  • Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions
  • Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!
Summary
Provide KC-135 Aircraft Systems/operational procedures instruction in aircraft/ classroom/ simulator
and/or practical environments. Assist as Subject Matter Expert in development of curriculum for new
type courses as required. May provide additional special services such as courseware review and other
additional administrative duties such as publications, safety, quality audits, FCIF, scheduling, and other
duties as maybe assigned etc.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Provide KC-135 Boom Operator instruction in aircraft, classroom, and simulator or other platform environments. Also provide training for Visual Threat Recognition Avoidance Training (VTRAT).
  • Provide Crew Resource Management (CRM) training.
  • Assist as Subject Matter Expert in the development of curriculum for new type courses as required.
  • Act as Lesson Subject Matter Expert to review existing lessons and/or changes to existing lessons.
  • Provides suggestions to improve and update training policies and procedures.
  • Promotes a positive attitude towards learning and embracing new technologies and tasks.
  • Conducts ground training for other crewmembers to include diagnosis and remediation of student issues.
  • Assists in project and development work as assigned.
  • Performs administrative duties such as scheduling, record keeping, monitoring student progress, counseling, quality assurance, safety, security, and maintenance of training programs and equipment.
  • Must maintain proficiency in operation of essential KC-135 Aircrew Training Devices.
  • Must acquire and maintain proficiency in emergency procedures, in making contacts with receivers during air refueling operations, air refueling procedures, cargo load training, aircraft servicing, and operation of aircraft systems and equipment.
  • Must be physically able to enter simulator, experience simulator motion and take cognizance of attendees' safety when on board the simulator.
  • Must be able to stand up and conduct academic instruction in simulator and classrooms for up to six hours each day and operate the BOPTT and BOWST console as required to conduct training.
  • Aviation instruction is a highly specialized function that requires the instructor to have prior aircraft operating experience and the ability to hold creditability and the attention of the customer attendees.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
  • Associate's Degree from an accredited institution of higher learning.
  • Eight years total flying experience, five years military experience, with at least two years KC-135 Boom Operator instructor and training management experience.
  • Must have recent experience as a KC-135 Instructor Boom Operator or Evaluator Boom Operator.
  • Completion of a formal USAF Instructor training course.
  • Ability to participate in periodic aircraft familiarization flights.
  • Must acquire and maintain proficiency in emergency procedures.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Must be able to work overtime as required.
  • Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.
Security Responsibilities
Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.
  • Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.
Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.
Work Environment
  • Work in a regular office environment; communicate via personal computer, telephone and fax.
  • Will be working in areas with risk of electrical shock and from moving mechanical parts driven by hydraulics under high pressure.
  • Will at times be exposed to the following conditions: extreme heat, airborne particles, and loud noises.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • Domestic and international travel as required.
  • Must be able to walk and/or climb stairs and ladder into a simulator or airplane cockpit.
  • Must be able to stoop, bend, and crawl on top of or under machinery.
  • Must be able to detect odors or hear noises, bangs, etc., or other sounds to detect problems or flaws in the functioning of simulators and its surrounding environment.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws.
Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at hrops@caemilusa.com
About CAE
At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we've driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.
Position Type
On Call (Fixed Term)
Equal Opportunity Employer
CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com.
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