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Leidos

UH-60 Blackhawk Instructor Pilot

Marana, AZ · On-site

... Instructor Pilot supporting the Army National Guard (ARNG) Aviation Training Services and ... As the prime contractor for ATSOS, Leidos delivers comprehensive flight and simulation training ...

Leidos

UH-60 Blackhawk Instructor Pilot

Marana, AZ · On-site

... Instructor Pilot supporting the Army National Guard (ARNG) Aviation Training Services and ... As the prime contractor for ATSOS, Leidos delivers comprehensive flight and simulation training ...

Leidos

LUH-72A Lakota Instructor Pilot

Marana, AZ · On-site

$87K - $157K/yr

Instructor Pilots also perform Instructor Operator duties and deliver platform academic instruction ... Lead premission planning and afteraction reviews for all flight and simulation events. * Fulfill ...

Leidos

LUH-72A Lakota Instructor Pilot

Marana, AZ · On-site

$87K - $157K/yr

Instructor Pilots also perform Instructor Operator duties and deliver platform academic instruction ... Lead pre-mission planning and after-action reviews for all flight and simulation events. * Fulfill ...

Cirrus Aircraft

Flight Simulator Technician 1

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$37.02 - $55.54/hr

Overview The Flight Simulator Technician performs complex maintenance, repair, testing, calibration ... Interfaces directly with Cirrus customers and instructors to resolve maintenance and equipment ...

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Caeus

Deputy Chief Flight Instructor

Mesa, AZ · On-site

As an Instructor Pilot at CAE, your role soars beyond training. You build confidence and skill ... pilots are prepared for the moments that matter. Whether leading simulator sessions or pre-flight ...

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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for flight simulator pilot instructor in Arizona is $96,020.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,300.00 and $117,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Flight Simulator Pilot Instructor is responsible for training pilots using flight simulators to enhance their skills and ensure they meet aviation standards. They provide instruction on aircraft operation, emergency procedures, and advanced flight techniques in a controlled environment. This role requires extensive flying experience, strong knowledge of aviation regulations, and excellent communication skills. Instructors work with aspiring and experienced pilots to improve their proficiency and prepare them for real-world flying scenarios.

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Flight Simulator Pilot Instructors are responsible for guiding trainees through realistic flight scenarios, providing both instruction and real-time feedback on their performance. They monitor simulator operations, recreate in-flight emergencies, and evaluate student reactions to ensure proficiency in standard and unusual situations. Instructors also document trainee progress, customize lesson plans based on skill level, and occasionally collaborate with other instructors or line pilots to maintain consistent training standards. This role requires a proactive approach to safety and continuous learning, making it both challenging and highly rewarding for those passionate about aviation.

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Infographic showing various Flight Simulator Pilot Instructor job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, and 8% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $96,020 per year, or $46.2 per hour.

UH-60 Blackhawk Instructor Pilot

Marana, AZ • On-site

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The Intelligence and Operations Solutions Division within the Airborne & Mission Solutions Business Area of Leidos is seeking a UH-60 Blackhawk Instructor Pilot supporting the Army National Guard (ARNG) Aviation Training Services and Operational Support (ATSOS) program in Marana, AZ. This role offers a unique opportunity to apply your aviation expertise in direct support of the Western Army Aviation Training Site (WAATS) - one of the most respected training environments in the world.
As the prime contractor for ATSOS, Leidos delivers comprehensive flight and simulation training, classroom instruction, and schoolhouse support, including One Army School System (OASS) integration and Aviation Life Support Equipment (ALSE) maintenance. In this position, you will play a critical role in preparing Army National Guard maintainers for the demanding operational environments they face.
Leidos is hiring in-flight instruction of AATS assigned UH-60 A/L aircraft and instructor qualification courses, readiness level progressions, regional and foreign military training. The selected Instructor Pilots will conduct associated Instructor Operator tasks and platform academic instruction in support of the AATS student training mission. Candidates will accomplish all training in accordance with AR 95-1, TRADOC Programs of Instruction (POI), UH-60 dATM and local AATS SOPs. All contractor Instructor Pilots will adhere to prescribed requirements IAW DCMA INST 8210-1D. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience supporting the ATSOS program.
Primary Responsibilities
  • Maintain training records on formal course students and in ATP records as required for unit, readiness level (RL) progression trainees.
  • Provide instruction and evaluation to student pilots IAW Training Support Packages for AATS approved courses of instruction.
  • Conduct daily academic instruction of approved POI (Aircraft Qualification Course, Instructor Pilot Course, Aircraft Standardization Course, Maintenance Test Pilot Course).
  • Facilitate pre-mission planning and after-action reviews for all flights and simulation periods conducted.
  • Complete all aircrew training program (ATP) requirements IAW DCMA INST 8210-1D, AR 95-1, and the applicable dATM. Contract pilot shall participate in No-notice evaluation program.
  • Coordinate daily tasks and requirements (examples are work schedules, leaves, etc.) of contract employees to meet AATS missioned training requirements and schoolhouse accreditation as directed by AATS chains of command.
  • Responsible for compliance with appropriate Army, National Guard and AATS policies, procedures and regulations.
  • Coordinate with the GFR to ensure all contractors are qualified to perform aviation-training tasks IAW DCMA INST 8210.1D
  • Report Instructor Flight and Operation data in the Task Order Monthly Report.

Basic Qualifications
  • High School Diploma with 8 years' of applicable experience or Bachelors' Degree with 4 years' of experience.
  • Instructor Pilot experience with minimum of 250 military IP Flight Hours and/or 2 yrs IP experience at any USAACE approved or OASS accredited program. Flight time and operational experience, will be considered to meet experience stated above based on a records review by the GFR IAW DCMA INST 8210-1D.
  • USAACE/AATS (or equivalent Army approved NET) qualified IP in type aircraft for which duties will be performed.
  • Instructor Training Course (ITC) or ABIC qualified; or successfully graduate from a AATS provided ABIC course within 12 months of contractor employee start date.
  • FAA Commercial Pilot or Airline Transport Pilot Certificate.
  • FAA Second Class flight physical required. Army Contractor pilots have the option of maintaining either an annual FAA Second Class Medical Certificate or an Army Class 2 FDME (DCMA 8210.1D, para 4.3.5.1.2).
  • Experience as an SP, IE and/or IP in a OASS school, MTOE or TDA organization at the company and/or battalion level.
    • Instrument Flight Examiners (IE), Standardization Instructor Pilots (SP), Instructor Pilots (IP), and Maintenance Evaluators (ME) designations apply only to contractor pilots (Army) contracted for the sole purpose of conducting aircraft qualification training and administration of the Aircrew Training Program (ATP). Contractor pilots in these designated positions shall meet all Army initial aircraft qualifications and recurrent training requirements per AR 95-1 and the applicable aircraft Digital Aircrew Training Module (dATM) (DCMA 8210.1D, para 4.3.4.3).
  • Must meet instructor qualification requirements IAW TR 350-10, TR 350-70.
  • Contractors performing flight operations in the role of Rated Crewmember (Instructor Pilot, Instrument Flight Examiner, Standardization Instructor Pilot, Maintenance Test Pilot, Functional Check Pilot) or Non-Rated Crewmember (Flight Engineer Instructor, Flight Instructor, Crew Chief) shall adhere to minimum qualifications as prescribed by DCMA INST 8210.1D.
  • All contractor Rated Crewmembers and Non-Rated Crewmembers will receive ACT-E qualification and sustainment training IAW TC 3-04.11.
  • The contractor shall ensure that their employees have a favorable background investigation or hold a security clearance and access approvals commensurate with the level of information processed or available to them.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Products.
  • IP experience at EAATS, HAATS, WAATS or U.S. Army Aviation Training Center.
  • Desired USAACE qualified Instrument Flight Examiner (IFE).

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Original Posting:
August 3, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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