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Utilize a flight simulator to evaluate and verify pilot skills and ensure pilots are fully capable of handling known emergency situations. * Perform ?in aircraft? skill verification and provide local ...

Flight Paramedic (3087)

Minot, ND · On-site

$26.42 - $39.63/hr

The Flight Paramedic provides critical clinical services by delivering advanced emergency and ... Participate in training, simulation, and quality improvement activities specific to air medical ...

Flight Paramedic (3087)

Minot, ND · On-site

$26.42 - $39.63/hr

The Flight Paramedic provides critical clinical services by delivering advanced emergency and ... Participate in training, simulation, and quality improvement activities specific to air medical ...

... flight simulation platforms, contributing to assigned tasks and sub-components. -Participate in engagements with wildland firefighters and emergency responders, helping to document operational ...

UH-60 Simulator Instructor Operator Marana, AZ | Army National Guard (ANG) ATSOS Program The ... Deliver high-fidelity simulated flight training with emphasis on aircraft systems, emergency ...

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How much do emergency flight simulator jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for emergency flight simulator in the United States is $121,652.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,000.00 and $175,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Emergency Flight Simulator vs Flight Instructor?

AspectEmergency Flight SimulatorFlight Instructor
Required CredentialsFAA certification, simulator operation trainingFAA certification, pilot license, instructor certification
Work EnvironmentFlight simulation centers, training facilitiesFlight schools, aircraft, training aircraft
Industry UsageAirlines, pilot training programsFlight training schools, private aviation

Emergency Flight Simulators are specialized training devices used to prepare pilots for in-flight emergencies, often operated in simulation centers. Flight Instructors teach pilots and students in actual aircraft or simulators, focusing on flight skills and safety. While both roles require FAA certifications, Emergency Flight Simulators focus on emergency scenarios in simulated environments, whereas Flight Instructors provide comprehensive flight training. Both are essential in pilot education but serve different training purposes.

How much does a flight simulator engineer make?

A flight simulator engineer typically earns between $70,000 and $120,000 annually, depending on experience, certifications, and location. The role requires technical skills in software and hardware systems, often involving work with simulation tools and aviation standards.
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Infographic showing various Emergency Flight Simulator job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 9% Full Time, 70% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 18% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $121,652 per year, or $58.5 per hour.
Simulator Console Operator Whiteman AFB (Contingent Upon Award)

Simulator Console Operator Whiteman AFB (Contingent Upon Award)

B3H Corporation

Whiteman Air Force Base, MO • On-site

Other

Posted 27 days ago


Job description

Overview

B3H Corporation is seeking qualified Simulator Console Operators to support the 25th Attack Group at Whiteman AFB.  This position is contingent upon award fall 2025

B3H is a leader in building winning DoD and corporate teams. B3H provides the full spectrum of strategic planning, program management, acquisitions management, systems engineering & integration, cost analysis, training, systems requirements analysis, and instructional system design for the DoD. B3H delivers quality performance with complete government visibility and control. Corporate headquarters are in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.

Responsibilities
  • Provide real-time MQ-9 Simulator (including Desktop Trainer [DTT] and Distributed Mission Operations [DMO], if applicable) mission support to on-going simulator missions, including Emergency Procedures, Launch and Recovery, Mission Control Element, Weapons School Spin-up, CT, regular syllabus missions, and VIP and/or guest demonstrations.
  • Responsible for loading the appropriately scheduled missions ahead of the arrival of the instructor and student crew scheduled for the simulator, DMO or DTT, as applicable.
  • Maintain an immediate presence during the conduct of the mission to provide real-time tactical adjustments as directed by the instructor or CT crew.
  • Provide troubleshooting assistance for maintenance or programming issues that may occur with the simulator, DMO or DTT.
  • Maintain the time-use log for the MQ-9 Simulator and maintain a daily log of simulator discrepancies for coordination with MQ-9 Simulator manufacturer's representatives on site.
  • When MQ-9 Simulators are not fully in use, SCOs will work with Weapons (DOW), Training (DOT), and Current Ops to refine training event dance cards, Zeus, CAVOK (or follow-on tactical situation display [TACSIT]) profiles, and program MQ-9 Simulator training event profiles via the MQ-9 Simulator and Modern Air Combat
  • Environment (MACE) or follow-on software.
  • Coordinate with instructor aircrew prior to scheduled MQ-9 Simulator DMO or DTT training events to identify any required voice or mIRC injects for the scenario. As relayed by the Instructor, the SCO may then be required to provide white cell support as one or more of the other players listed in the dance card during the execution of the training event. These roles may include outside agencies, other aircraft, enemy forces, ground forces, or others as deemed necessary by the script or Instructor.
  • Support mission debrief by providing event feedback to instructors, students, and other crew members as required.
  • Make real-time adjustments to the tactical scenario based on crew actions.Link MQ-9 Simulators together for multi-ship operations.
  • MQ-9 SCOs will also operate MQ-9 Simulators on a non-instructional basis to support CT requirements or instruction provided by another instructor. In this capacity they will provide real-time adjustments based on IP or crew inputs to satisfy mission objectives and replicate external agencies as requested by the IP or crew to create a realistic training environment. Examples include support to continuation training, safety investigation boards, accident investigation boards, Air Force test programs, and distinguished visitors or other guests.
Qualifications
  • Demonstrated experience with flight training simulators. Candidates must possess at least one (1) of the following:One (1) year of MQ-1 or MQ-9 simulator (PMATS) experience; or Two (2) years of experience executing military flight simulator training; or Two (2) years of Close Air Support (CAS) operational experience as a qualified aircrew member, intel support, or JTAC (Joint Terminal Air Controller).Ideal candidates will have MQ-1/9 experience.
  • Current DoD Security Clearance

B3H Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status

Employment Type: OTHER

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About B3h

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Industry

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Shalimar, FL, US

Year founded

1990