... DoD military Instructor Pilot qualification Mission Commander qualification Military or Civilian Flight Examiner qualification Functional Check Flight Pilot qualification NVG Instructor, CRM ...
... DoD military Instructor Pilot qualification Mission Commander qualification Military or Civilian Flight Examiner qualification Functional Check Flight Pilot qualification NVG Instructor, CRM ...
DoD military Instructor Pilot qualification * Mission Commander qualification * Military or Civilian Flight Examiner qualification * Functional Check Flight Pilot qualification * NVG Instructor, CRM ...
DoD military Instructor Pilot qualification * Mission Commander qualification * Military or Civilian Flight Examiner qualification * Functional Check Flight Pilot qualification * NVG Instructor, CRM ...
DoD military Instructor Pilot qualification * Mission Commander qualification * Military or Civilian Flight Examiner qualification * Functional Check Flight Pilot qualification * NVG Instructor, CRM ...
DoD military Instructor Pilot qualification * Mission Commander qualification * Military or Civilian Flight Examiner qualification * Functional Check Flight Pilot qualification * NVG Instructor, CRM ...
PILOT
Aberdeen, MD · On-site +1
$142K - $185K/yr
Serves as rotary and/or fixed wing instructor pilot and instructs and evaluates rated pilots in basic and advanced flight procedures and maneuvers. * Serve as Government Flight Representative ...
PILOT
Aberdeen, MD · On-site +1
$142K - $185K/yr
Serves as rotary and/or fixed wing instructor pilot and instructs and evaluates rated pilots in basic and advanced flight procedures and maneuvers. * Serve as Government Flight Representative ...
Senior E-130J Pilot
Lexington Park, MD · On-site
$171K - $240K/yr
Instructor Pilot, Check Pilot, or Type/Model/Series Instructor designation in C/KC-130 aircraft Compensation: $171,400 - $240,000. The salary range posted is based on the national average. The ...
Senior E-130J Pilot
Lexington Park, MD · On-site
$171K - $240K/yr
Instructor Pilot, Check Pilot, or Type/Model/Series Instructor designation in C/KC-130 aircraft Compensation: $171,400 - $240,000. The salary range posted is based on the national average. The ...
Senior E-130J Pilot
Lexington Park, MD · On-site
$171K - $240K/yr
Instructor Pilot, Check Pilot, or Type/Model/Series Instructor designation in C/KC-130 aircraft Compensation: $171,400 - $240,000. The salary range posted is based on the national average. The ...
Senior E-130J Pilot
Lexington Park, MD · On-site
$171K - $240K/yr
Instructor Pilot, Check Pilot, or Type/Model/Series Instructor designation in C/KC-130 aircraft Compensation: $171,400 - $240,000. The salary range posted is based on the national average. The ...
Test Pilot Flight Instructor
Patuxent River, MD · On-site +1
$143K - $197K/yr
Perform duties as an experimental test pilot flight instructor (TPFI) at the United States Naval Test Pilot School (USNTPS) at Patuxent River Naval Air Station, Patuxent River, Maryland. * Provide ...
Test Pilot Flight Instructor
Patuxent River, MD · On-site +1
$143K - $197K/yr
Perform duties as an experimental test pilot flight instructor (TPFI) at the United States Naval Test Pilot School (USNTPS) at Patuxent River Naval Air Station, Patuxent River, Maryland. * Provide ...
Serves as rotary and/or fixed wing instructor pilot and instructs and evaluates rated pilots in basic and advanced flight procedures and maneuvers. * Serve as Government Flight Representative ...
Serves as rotary and/or fixed wing instructor pilot and instructs and evaluates rated pilots in basic and advanced flight procedures and maneuvers. * Serve as Government Flight Representative ...
Serves as rotary and/or fixed wing instructor pilot and instructs and evaluates rated pilots in basic and advanced flight procedures and maneuvers. * Serve as Government Flight Representative ...
Serves as rotary and/or fixed wing instructor pilot and instructs and evaluates rated pilots in basic and advanced flight procedures and maneuvers. * Serve as Government Flight Representative ...
Perform duties as an experimental test pilot flight instructor (TPFI) at the United States Naval Test Pilot School (USNTPS) at Patuxent River Naval Air Station, Patuxent River, Maryland. * Provide ...
Perform duties as an experimental test pilot flight instructor (TPFI) at the United States Naval Test Pilot School (USNTPS) at Patuxent River Naval Air Station, Patuxent River, Maryland. * Provide ...
Perform duties as an experimental test pilot flight instructor (TPFI) at the United States Naval Test Pilot School (USNTPS) at Patuxent River Naval Air Station, Patuxent River, Maryland. * Provide ...
Perform duties as an experimental test pilot flight instructor (TPFI) at the United States Naval Test Pilot School (USNTPS) at Patuxent River Naval Air Station, Patuxent River, Maryland. * Provide ...
Test Pilot Flight Instructor
Patuxent River, MD · On-site
$143K/yr
For flight instructor positions, the FAA Flight Instructor Certificate or the military equivalent rating is also required. The pilot certificate must include the rating(s) appropriate to the work of ...
Test Pilot Flight Instructor
Patuxent River, MD · On-site
$143K/yr
For flight instructor positions, the FAA Flight Instructor Certificate or the military equivalent rating is also required. The pilot certificate must include the rating(s) appropriate to the work of ...
For flight instructor positions, the FAA Flight Instructor Certificate or the military equivalent rating is also required. The pilot certificate must include the rating(s) appropriate to the work of ...
For flight instructor positions, the FAA Flight Instructor Certificate or the military equivalent rating is also required. The pilot certificate must include the rating(s) appropriate to the work of ...
5th Gen Subject Matter Expert
Patuxent River, MD · On-site
$14.50 - $18.75/hr
Plan, execute and debrief mission based test missions in support of pilot device Validation test * Support verification and validation missions as instructor operating station instructors * Provide ...
5th Gen Subject Matter Expert
Patuxent River, MD · On-site
$14.50 - $18.75/hr
Plan, execute and debrief mission based test missions in support of pilot device Validation test * Support verification and validation missions as instructor operating station instructors * Provide ...
Senior E-130J Pilot with Security Clearance
Lexington Park, MD · On-site
$171K - $240K/yr
Instructor Pilot, Check Pilot, or Type/Model/Series Instructor designation in C/KC-130 aircraft Compensation: $171,400 - $240,000. The salary range posted is based on the national average. The ...
Senior E-130J Pilot with Security Clearance
Lexington Park, MD · On-site
$171K - $240K/yr
Instructor Pilot, Check Pilot, or Type/Model/Series Instructor designation in C/KC-130 aircraft Compensation: $171,400 - $240,000. The salary range posted is based on the national average. The ...
GS-2181-12 (Airplane Pilot/Helicopter Pilot): Applicant must possess a USAF Pilot rating, hold a ... GS-2181-13 (Flight Instructor): Applicant must possess two years of progressively responsible ...
GS-2181-12 (Airplane Pilot/Helicopter Pilot): Applicant must possess a USAF Pilot rating, hold a ... GS-2181-13 (Flight Instructor): Applicant must possess two years of progressively responsible ...
Airplane Pilot/Helicopter Pilot
Andrews Air Force Base, MD · On-site
$76K/yr
GS-2181-12 (Airplane Pilot/Helicopter Pilot): Applicant must possess a USAF Pilot rating, hold a ... GS-2181-13 (Flight Instructor): Applicant must possess two years of progressively responsible ...
Airplane Pilot/Helicopter Pilot
Andrews Air Force Base, MD · On-site
$76K/yr
GS-2181-12 (Airplane Pilot/Helicopter Pilot): Applicant must possess a USAF Pilot rating, hold a ... GS-2181-13 (Flight Instructor): Applicant must possess two years of progressively responsible ...
C-130 Pilot
California, MD · On-site
$155K - $225K/yr
Instructor experience or designation as a flight crew check pilot and a Type/Model/Series Instructor in C/KC-130J and/or Legacy C-130 aircraft platforms. Must be able to maintain an FAA Class II ...
C-130 Pilot
California, MD · On-site
$155K - $225K/yr
Instructor experience or designation as a flight crew check pilot and a Type/Model/Series Instructor in C/KC-130J and/or Legacy C-130 aircraft platforms. Must be able to maintain an FAA Class II ...
PILOT
$142K/yr
Candidates establishing eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms, or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot, flight instructor, or flight ...
PILOT
$142K/yr
Candidates establishing eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms, or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot, flight instructor, or flight ...
PILOT
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD · On-site
$142K/yr
Candidates establishing eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms, or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot, flight instructor, or flight ...
PILOT
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD · On-site
$142K/yr
Candidates establishing eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms, or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot, flight instructor, or flight ...
Instructor Pilot information
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$38.3K - $50K
2% of jobs
$50K - $61.6K
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$61.6K - $73.3K
3% of jobs
$78.2K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$73.3K - $84.9K
42% of jobs
The median wage is $86.1K / yr.
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| Aspect | Instructor Pilot | Flight Instructor |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | Commercial Pilot Certificate, Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) often required | Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) required |
| Work Environment | Military, corporate, or government aircraft training | Flight schools, general aviation |
| Employer & Industry | Airlines, military, government agencies | Flight training schools, private aviation |
Instructor Pilot and Flight Instructor both require CFI certification, but Instructor Pilots often operate in military or corporate settings, focusing on advanced training. Flight Instructors typically work in civilian flight schools, training new pilots. While their roles overlap in training and certification, Instructor Pilots usually handle more complex aircraft and scenarios, whereas Flight Instructors focus on foundational pilot training.
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8.5
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Job description
Who We Are
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A SKILLBRIDGE OPPORTUNITY AND ONLY TRANSITIONING MILITARY MEMBERS WHO ARE WITHIN 180 DAYS OF SEPERATING FROM THE MILITARY ARE ELIGIBLE.
Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.
This role is in Textron System’s Airborne Tactical Advantage Company (ATAC) business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
About ATAC
Textron Systems - ATAC provides tactical flight training and Adversary, Red Air and Aggressor services to the U.S. Navy, Marines and the US Air Force. ATAC operates simultaneously across eight permanent sites spanning the CONUS, Hawaii and the Pacific. ATAC proudly provides the highest quality live training to 4th and 5th Generation aircrew in Squadrons, Air Wings, and Battle Groups conducting unit level continuation training, pre-deployment spin-up training, large force employment training, or aircrew conversion training. ATAC was the first civilian organization to support the USAF’s F-22 Raptors as well as the USN’s and USMC’s F-35 Lightning IIs.
Job Summary
Fly the Dassault Mirage F-1, the IAI F-21 Kfir, the MK-58 Hawker Hunter, or the AERO Vodochody L-39 Albatros, in regular support of US Navy, Marine Corps, and US Air Force training and readiness missions. Fly in support of 4th and 5th Generation Fighter operational and conversion syllabus and continuation training missions. Support surface fleet pre-deployment training and large force employment missions.
Navy Contracts: Conduct flight operations from any of ATAC’s four permanent facilities (Newport News Virginia, Pt Mugu NAS California, Fallon NAS California, Kaneohe Bay MCAS Hawaii), or deployed locations. Deploy as required to locations including but not limited to Key West NAS, Fallon NAS, Beaufort MCAS, Jacksonville NAS, Lemoore NAS, Eglin AFB, Charleston Intl Airport, Jacksonville Intl Airport, Cherry Point MCAS, and various USAF, USN, USMC bases throughout Alaska, Guam, Japan, Korea, and the Philippines.
Air Force Contracts: Conduct flight operations from any of ATAC’s permanent facilities (Eglin AFB, Luke AFB, Alliance FTW) or deployed locations. Deploy as required to various locations.
Job Responsibilities
• Employ the ATAC fighter aircraft throughout their flight envelope as a surrogate Adversary, Red Air, Aggressor or Close Air Support pilot for US Navy, Marine Corps and USAF aircrew, JTAC, surface fleet, large force employment exercise, or intercept controller training.
• Maintain FAA instrument currency, Second Class medical certification, adversary mission qualifications and associated mission currencies, to include low level, dynamic mission, and unlimited air combat tactics maneuvering in the high-G environment.
• Attend mass briefings, adversary coordination briefings and other pre-flight briefings. Plan and fly adversary missions. Accomplish flight debriefings and attend mass debriefings.
• Adhere to all training rules and pre-briefed maneuvering restrictions.
• Collect and disseminate lessons learned.
• Accomplish necessary ground training prior to flights.
• Deploy as required to support mission requirements.
• Additional Duties: Act as, or support the individual responsible for, pilot Scheduling, Training, NATOPS/Standards & Evaluation, Safety, or other Program Management duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Previously DoD Tactically Trained Fighter Pilot
Previously qualified 4-Ship/Division Flight Lead
700 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) of any fixed wing DOD-owned/operated fighter aircraft
100 hours PIC at night
Logged 100 hours PIC time in the past 12 months
Current FAA Second Class Medical Certificate
FAA Commercial, Airplane Single Engine Land Privileges
Secret Security Clearance, US Citizen
Specific Navy Contract Qualifications
1000 hours PIC of a military tactical aircraft
500 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) of any fixed wing DOD-owned/operated fighter aircraft
Specific Air Force Contract Qualifications
1200 hours total PIC of a tactical military aircraft
Current in a tactical fighter aircraft within the last 5 years
Desired Qualifications
USAF WIC graduate, USAF adversary qualification
USNFWS/NAWDC/TOPGUN graduate
TPS graduate
DoD military Instructor Pilot qualification
Mission Commander qualification
Military or Civilian Flight Examiner qualification
Functional Check Flight Pilot qualification
NVG Instructor, CRM Instructor
FAA CFI(I) Certificate
Familiarization with DoD Commercial Air Services industry
FAA Authorized Experimental Aircraft (AEA) privileges (list types)
DoD Safety School or Board President Course graduate
Squadron Command experience
Active fighter flying (for each fighter type, provide total hours, date of last sortie)
Actively flying (provide 1-year look-back per active aircraft type)
How We Care
At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Education Assistance
- Career Development & Training Opportunities
- Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
- Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
- Paid Parental Leave
Are you a Military Veteran?
Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.
About Textron
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Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.
Industry
Aerospace product and parts manufacturing
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Providence, RI, US
Year founded
1923