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... flight simulator instrument, or weather pilot time, and 75 hours of night flying time. * Must have 500 hours of Flight Instructor time and have taught as a Helicopter Instructor Pilot with experience ...

... flight simulator instrument, or weather pilot time, and 75 hours of night flying time. * Must have 500 hours of Flight Instructor time and have taught as a Helicopter Instructor Pilot with experience ...

Provides simulator/flight or classroom instruction on one or more aircraft types as assigned for the issue of licenses, type ratings, internal training, certificates, and pilot qualifications.

Provides simulator/flight or classroom instruction on one or more aircraft types as assigned for the issue of licenses, type ratings, internal training, certificates, and pilot qualifications.

Must certify having a combination of 100 hours of hooded instrument, flight simulator instrument, or weather pilot time. * Must have instructed students in instrument flight training. * Night Flying ...

Must certify having a combination of 100 hours of hooded instrument, flight simulator instrument, or weather pilot time. * Must have instructed students in instrument flight training. * Night Flying ...

Must certify having a combination of 100 hours of hooded instrument, flight simulator instrument, or weather pilot time. * Must have instructed students in instrument flight training. * Night Flying ...

Must certify having a combination of 100 hours of hooded instrument, flight simulator instrument, or weather pilot time. * Must have instructed students in instrument flight training. * Night Flying ...

Train and standardize instructor pilots through a structuredtrain-the-trainermodel across academic, simulator, andaircraftenvironments. * Deliver flight, simulator, and classroom instruction to ...

Daily work blends flight operations, simulator events, mission planning, debriefs, and maintenance ... Pilot and Naval Flight Officer candidates complete aviation indoctrination in Pensacola, followed ...

Daily work blends flight operations, simulator events, mission planning, debriefs, and maintenance ... Pilot and Naval Flight Officer candidates complete aviation indoctrination in Pensacola, followed ...

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Flight Simulator Pilot information

What are some common challenges faced by flight simulator pilots during training sessions?

Flight Simulator Pilots often encounter challenges such as adapting to rapidly changing simulated scenarios, managing complex cockpit systems, and maintaining clear communication with instructors and other crew members. These sessions are designed to replicate real-life emergencies and technical malfunctions, which can be both mentally and physically demanding. However, overcoming these challenges helps pilots build confidence, improve their decision-making skills, and prepare more effectively for real-world flight situations.

What is a flight simulator pilot?

Flight Simulator Pilots are professionals who operate advanced flight simulators to train, evaluate, or maintain the proficiency of pilots and flight crews. They may simulate a variety of flight scenarios, emergency situations, and procedures to ensure pilots are prepared for real-world flying. Flight Simulator Pilots often work for airlines, flight schools, or the military, and may also assist in developing and testing new simulator programs. Their role is crucial for improving aviation safety and pilot competence.

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

AspectFlight Simulator PilotFlight Instructor
Required CredentialsPilot certifications, simulator operation trainingPilot certifications, teaching credentials
Work EnvironmentFlight simulators, training centersAircraft, flight schools, training aircraft
Employer & IndustryAirlines, training centers, militaryFlight schools, airlines, private training

While both roles involve aviation training, a Flight Simulator Pilot specializes in operating flight simulators for training and assessment, whereas a Flight Instructor teaches pilots in actual aircraft. The roles share certifications and industry environments but differ in practical versus simulated flight training.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a flight simulator pilot?

To thrive as a Flight Simulator Pilot, you need a solid understanding of aviation principles, flight operations, and typically hold a commercial or military pilot license. Familiarity with advanced flight simulator systems, scenario programming software, and regulatory compliance tools is essential. Strong communication, attention to detail, and instructional skills help in effectively guiding trainees and responding to in-simulator scenarios. These skills ensure accurate simulation, effective pilot training, and adherence to safety standards in a controlled environment.
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Helicopter Instructor Pilot

Caeus

Dothan, AL

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago


Job description

About This Role

Who We Are:

  • CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, civil aviation, and healthcare 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 One CAE 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

CAE is accepting resumes for rotary wing instructor pilots to train new student pilots enrolled in the United States Air Force Air Education and Training Commands, Introductory Flight Training - Rotary (IFT-R) program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

  • The employee will conduct contact flight training and instrument familiarization in support of the USAF IFT-R program.

  • In coordination with the CAE IFT-R Chief Pilot, Director of Quality Assurance, Standardization, and the USAF, CAE Instructor Pilots will be part of a full standardization and training program for the USAF program at the CAE Dothan Training Center.

  • Assures compliance with applicable standards (i.e., USAF, FAR, etc.).

  • Participates in the Quality Management System, quality procedures, and safety programs with those respective leads in the same organization.

  • Keeps current with changes and modifications to external standards.

  • Participates in identifying and implementing strategies for compliance.

  • Manages the standardization, evaluation, and examiner plan to include scheduling of internal and external audits, maintenance of the tracking database, follow-up on deficiencies, and reporting.

  • Coordinates examiner activities across the program to ensure that adequate support is provided.

  • Interfaces with appropriate members of the program, customer, and CAE USA staff to proactively identify and address quality assurance issues and ensure that all quality requirements are met.

  • Interfaces with various departments, management, and staff to identify and execute process improvement opportunities.

  • Conducts business in strict compliance with all corporate policies and procedures and applicable state and federal regulations.

  • Presents metrics to measure process performance levels and the impact of process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

  • FAA FAA-certified commercial pilot, Helicopter with an Instrument helicopter rating.

  • FAA Certificated Flight Instructor Helicopter, with Instrument Helicopter Instructor rating required (current). Graduate of a US DOD formal Rotary Wing Instructor Pilot training program (preferred).

  • Prior experience as a US Air Force Helicopter instructor pilot preferred.

  • Total Flight Time - 1,000 hrs. Flight time as pilot-in-command or second in command (per FAR 61.51); as Pilot in Command (PC) or Pilot (PI) (Per AR 95-1) in aircraft of any weight or category is creditable for this requirement, 500 hours of turbine helicopter time, 100 hours of hooded instrument, flight simulator instrument, or weather pilot time, and 75 hours of night flying time.

  • Must have 500 hours of Flight Instructor time and have taught as a Helicopter Instructor Pilot with experience in primary flight training and in a military initial flight training course or FAA 14CFR Part 61 and / or Part 141 environments.

  • Must have instructed students in instrument flight training.

  • Must possess and maintain an FAA Class 2 medical certificate (current Class 2 Medical required).

  • Must be able to work overtime as required.

  • Must be willing to work any shift or day of the week as required.

  • Highly motivated and self-directed.

  • Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Preferred Skills

  • Associate of Science degree.

  • Graduate of DoD helicopter instructor pilot course.

  • Total Flight Time - 2,500 hrs.; 1,000 hrs. helicopter instructor (any weight, category); and 1,500 hrs. helicopter turbine.

Security Responsibilities

Must complywith 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.

This job operates in a professional classroom/office environment and will require exposure to extreme Summer and Winter temperatures. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

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.

  • Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds overhead.

  • 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 the device.

  • 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 their 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

Position Type

Regular

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

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.