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Direct, coordinate and lead all activity for the aircrew during simulator training sessions ... Instructor * Minimum of 2000 hours of flight time as a C-130/L-382 Flight Engineer * Previous ...

C-130 L-382 Instructor Flight Engineer

Tampa, FL Ā· On-site

$59K - $67K/yr

Direct, coordinate and lead all activity for the aircrew during simulator training sessions ... Instructor * Minimum of 2000 hours of flight time as a C-130/L-382 Flight Engineer * Previous ...

... Flight Instructor Course or equivalent Experience supporting operational planning, training, or mission execution within a bomber platform Experience working within squadron, group, or wing-level ...

The Bomber Operational Lead supports the integration of B-21 Raider operations between the host ... Graduate of a USAF Flight Instructor Course or equivalent * Experience supporting operational ...

Lead Training Captain

Temecula, CA Ā· On-site

$195K - $215K/yr

This role ensures compliance with aviation regulations, oversees simulator and flight training, and mentors instructor pilots to maintain the highest standards of safety and proficiency. In addition ...

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What is the difference between Internship Lead Flight Instructor vs Flight Instructor?

AspectInternship Lead Flight InstructorFlight Instructor
CertificationsCommercial Pilot Certificate, Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)Commercial Pilot Certificate, Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Work EnvironmentLeading training sessions, mentoring interns, overseeing flight training programsConducting flight lessons, instructing students, ensuring safety
Employer & Industry UsageFlight schools, aviation academies, flight training programsFlight schools, private aviation companies, flight training providers

The main difference is that the Internship Lead Flight Instructor focuses on mentoring and overseeing interns and training programs, while the Flight Instructor primarily conducts flight lessons and instructs students. The Lead role involves leadership responsibilities, whereas the Flight Instructor role is more hands-on with student instruction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Internship Lead Flight Instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Internship Lead Flight Instructor, you need advanced piloting skills, a commercial pilot license with an instructor certification (CFI), and a solid understanding of aviation regulations. Familiarity with flight simulators, electronic logbooks, and aviation management software is typically required. Strong leadership, clear communication, and mentorship abilities are essential soft skills for guiding student pilots effectively. These skills ensure safe training operations, regulatory compliance, and the successful development of new pilots.

What are Internship Lead Flight Instructors?

Internship Lead Flight Instructors are experienced pilots who oversee and mentor interns or student pilots, typically within a flight school or aviation training program. They are responsible for providing instruction, ensuring flight safety, and evaluating the progress of interns. In addition to teaching flight maneuvers and aviation theory, they often coordinate training schedules and serve as a liaison between students and senior staff. This role requires strong communication skills, leadership abilities, and the appropriate flight instructor certifications.

How does an Internship Lead Flight Instructor typically collaborate with student pilots and other instructors during training sessions?

As an Internship Lead Flight Instructor, you'll work closely with both student pilots and fellow instructors to ensure a cohesive and effective training environment. You'll often lead ground briefings, oversee flight training sessions, and provide mentorship, helping to coordinate lesson plans and maintain safety protocols. Collaboration is key, as you'll regularly communicate with other instructors to assess student progress, share feedback, and troubleshoot any training challenges. This cooperative approach helps foster a supportive learning culture and ensures that all students receive consistent, high-quality instruction.
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Contract Pilot Instructor

FlightSafety International

Altus Air Force Base, OK

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


FlightSafety International rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 193 rated education and training


Job description

About FlightSafety International

FlightSafety International is the world’s premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world’s largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and award-winning maintenance training at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Canada, France and the United Kingdom.

Position Purpose:

The Pilot Instructor is responsible for the accomplishment of ground-based training of C‑17 pilots, including instructing and measuring training progress of crewmembers who train in the established Training System (TS) curriculum.

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Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

  • Conducts training using devices, such as the Weapon System Trainer (WST), the C-17 aircraft, Computer-Based Trainers (CBT), and other ground training for all C-17 TS pilots in air drop, aerial refueling/transport operating procedures, including diagnosis and remediation of student problems.
  • Maintains a high level of subject knowledge, instruction capability, and expertise.
  • Conducts briefings and debriefings and counsels all pilots and Maintenance Engine Run personnel for the purpose of developing and maintaining a high level of proficiency.
  • Performs administrative duties relative to training, such as interfacing with the user organization, record keeping, monitoring student progress, counseling, training development, and maintenance of training programs.
  • Provides inputs for courseware corrections and modifications and updates training policies and procedures.
  • Flies the WST (as required) to maintain instructional expertise.
  • Flies on the airplane (as required) in observer status to maintain currency on operational procedures and to observe student progress.

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Other Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Serves as C-17 Pilot Subject Matter Expert (SME) for students, other personnel, and test events, as required.
  • Serves as Flight Check Airman (FCA)(Lead), when assigned by the Employer.
  • Serves as Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) Evaluator, when assigned by the Employer.
  • Accomplishes Simulator Certification (SIMCERT)/Simulator Evaluation (SIMVAL) duties when assigned by the Employer.
  • Assists in project and development work, as assigned.
  • Periodically attends Operations Group Standardization/Evaluation (Stan/Eval) Boards (SEB) and Training Review Panels (TRP), as well as Formal Training Unit (FTU) instructor meetings (when FCA is unavailable).
  • Attends Headquarters (HQ) Air Mobility Command (AMC) curriculum reviews, HQ AMC Stan/Eval Conferences, and/or Flight Manual Review Conferences (FMRC), as required (when FCA is unavailable).
  • Accomplishes Learning Center monitor duties, as assigned.
  • Accomplishes safety representative duties, as designated/assigned.
  • Accomplishes physical/cyber security representative duties, as assigned.
  • Accomplishes hazardous materials (HAZMAT) duties, as designated/assigned.
  • Travels, as required.
  • Performs other duties, as assigned.

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Teammates are held accountable for all duties of this job.

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Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and responsibility satisfactorily. The following requirements are representative of the necessary qualifications.

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Knowledge, Skills and Ability:

  • Ability to fluently read, write, speak, and understand English.
  • Ability to clearly relay information, both verbally and written, to others.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from customers.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Working knowledge of instructional principles and theories pertaining to TSs.
  • Working knowledge of personal computers and software applications, such as, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
  • Successfully accomplish annual internal standardization evaluations.
  • Possess an active SECRET Security Clearance.

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Education and Formal Training:

Bachelor’s degree required.

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Experience:

Eight (8) years flying experience, five (5) years of which as a C-17 pilot with air drop and aerial refueling experience, or able to obtain an AMC/A3TK waiver.Ā  Two (2) years or 200 hours of flight instructor experience in air drop, aerial refueling, and tactics.Ā  Recent C-17 flight simulator pilot instructor experience and CATS MECOC certification desired.

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Materials and Equipment Directly Used:

  • C-17 WST
  • C-17 Aircraft
  • CBT Systems
  • Overhead projectors, classroom presentation equipment
  • Training Management System / Graduate Training Management Information System (GTIMS)
  • Copy Machine
  • Computer
  • Software applications, such as, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint

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Working Environment/Physical Situation:Ā  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Ā  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a teammate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

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While performing the duties of this job, the teammate is regularly required to talk or hear; to sit, stand or walk; and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls. The teammate is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; and stoop or kneel. The teammate is frequently required to ingress/egress from the simulator and aircraft, work in inclement weather and temperature extremes as set forth in the Air Force and company guidelines. The teammate must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 35 pounds. Noise levels range from quiet to extremely loud. The teammate must be able to exit the WST by way of escape ladder down to the floor.

FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

This position may require access to information that is subject to compliance with the U.S. export regulations including but not limited to the Arms Export Control Act (AECA), the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) regulations. For roles subject to these regulations, applicants must qualify as a U.S. Person, or FlightSafety must be granted the appropriate authorization from the governing agencies whose technology and information comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires the approval of an export license will be conditional on FlightSafety International’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a timeframe consistent with our business requirements. A ā€œU.S. Personā€ according to the applicable definitions is a U.S. Citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. Ā 
Some positions will require the successful applicant be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance, which may require U.S. Citizenship.Ā 

Cybersecurity Notice: All official recruiting communication from FlightSafety International will come from an @flightsafety.com email address.Ā  FlightSafety International will never ask for personal or financial information through social media or third-party email providers.