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Senior Flight Simulator Instructor (MH-139A) Company: Boeing Aerospace Operations Boeing Global ... hours as a USAF Helicopter Pilot, other US military equivalent, or AW139 Pilot * 100+ hours ...

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Senior Flight Simulator Instructor (MH-139A) Company: Boeing Aerospace Operations Boeing Global ... hours as a USAF Helicopter Pilot, other US military equivalent, or AW139 Pilot * 100+ hours ...

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$80K - $110K/yr

Recent experience as a T-6A Simulator Instructor may be considered when combined with previous T-6A ... USAF flying regulations * USAF procedures and standards * Aviation instruction and evaluation ...

Military simulator instructor experience * 1000 hours Flight time in USAF/USN/USMC Strike Fighter aircraft (e.g., F-15E, F-18/D/F/G) * Weapons school graduate * Proven successful experience with ...

Apply expertise in knowledge of USAF operations, systems, and doctrine. * Validating, updating, and ... Experience within the last two years as a T-6 simulator instructor may be substituted for T-6A UPT ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for usaf simulator instructor in the United States is $103,038.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $126,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a USAF Simulator Instructor?

USAF Simulator Instructors are professionals who train United States Air Force personnel using advanced flight simulators. Their main role is to teach pilots and aircrew how to operate aircraft systems, respond to emergencies, and execute mission scenarios in a realistic, controlled environment. By simulating various flight conditions and challenges, they help students gain hands-on experience without the risks and costs associated with real flight. These instructors play a crucial part in ensuring readiness, safety, and proficiency for Air Force operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a USAF Simulator Instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a USAF Simulator Instructor, you need in-depth knowledge of military aviation procedures, instructional experience, and often a background as a rated pilot or aircrew member. Familiarity with advanced flight simulator systems, training software, and sometimes certifications like FAA licenses or specialized military instructor courses is typically required. Strong communication, patience, and adaptability are essential soft skills for effectively training and evaluating diverse trainees. These skills ensure effective knowledge transfer, operational readiness, and the safe, efficient development of aircrew in mission-critical environments.

What are some common challenges faced by USAF Simulator Instructors, and how can they be addressed?

USAF Simulator Instructors often face challenges such as adapting training scenarios to match real-world mission requirements, keeping pace with evolving technology, and ensuring each trainee receives individualized instruction. Additionally, managing a diverse group of trainees with varying experience levels can require flexibility and strong communication skills. To address these challenges, instructors benefit from ongoing professional development, collaboration with other instructors, and actively seeking feedback from trainees to continuously improve the training experience.

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Infographic showing various Usaf Simulator Instructor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 30% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,038 per year, or $49.5 per hour.

Senior Flight Simulator Instructor (MH-139A)

On-site

Boeing
Aviation • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 2 days ago

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8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

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Job description

Senior Flight Simulator Instructor (MH-139A)

Company:

Boeing Aerospace Operations

Boeing Global Services (BGS) is currently hiring for a broad range of senior level experience for Flight Simulator Instructor Pilots who will perform as the site leader, and be very involved with support of MH-139A simulator requirements and testing, courseware development, classroom instruction, proposal development, liaison with flight test, sustainment, and production at the Formal Training Unit (FTU) located in Maxwell AFB, AL.

The job requires appropriate regulatory and/or customer certification and/or licensing with appropriate endorsements, compliant with aviation regulatory requirements.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Provides technical oversight for all training and assessment of Chief Flying Instructor (CFI) activities
  • Leads the design and development of aircrew training material to meet company, customer and regulatory requirements
  • Oversees latest developments in training and technical ideas relevant to product platform(s) types
  • Collaborates to improve and streamline processes and harmonize training methods and philosophies
  • Determines requirements of aircrew competence evaluation criteria
  • Oversee training plans to ensure company, customer and regulatory requirements for skill, knowledge, training and authorizations are maintained.
  • Conducts training for customer pilots and ground-based simulator flight instructors
  • Mentor trainees as necessary
  • Reviews all technical training matters relevant to assigned product platform(s)
  • Develop strategies and approaches to deliver trainee performance assessment
  • Leads the design, development, and delivery of technical learning solutions for aircrews
  • Assesses complex aircrew learning objectives and provides recommendations on course structure, content, and methodologies
  • Develops and maintains learning solutions to accomplish aircrew training requirements
  • Leads and instructs complex training courses using a variety of modalities, media, and training devices
  • Plans, develops, and completes complex testing of training devices to validate functionality against expected operational and training outcomes
  • Evaluates aircrew training effectiveness and customer feedback
  • This position is for shifts as assigned
  • Ability to work on-site 5 days per week
  • May be asked to support other programs or perform other duties as needed

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • 800+ hours as a USAF Helicopter Pilot, other US military equivalent, or AW139 Pilot
  • 100+ hours' experience with training systems as an aircrew instructor
  • Must be able to attain Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) certification within 1 year of hire date
  • Experience and ability to operate independently with senior levels of customer
  • Ability to travel internationally 10% of the time

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 10+ years of higher education and/or related work experience (Higher education includes college, university, technical school, licensing/certification programs, etc.) (Level 5)
  • Experience instructing with military training systems, simulators and in-depth military aviation ethos
  • Bachelor's degree or higher OR equivalent work experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience, or 13 years' related work experience, etc.
  • 2000+ hours as a USAF helicopter pilot or other US military equivalent
  • 400+ hours experience with Department of Defense training systems as helicopter aircrew instructor
  • Experience as an instructor pilot supporting the AFGSC mission
  • Previous T- Coded Instructor
  • Experience as a flight instructor, academic instructor and courseware development and maintenance

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) process.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range (Level 4): $124,950- $169,050

Summary Pay Range (Level 5): $149,600- $202,400

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

The position is contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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