Weekend Multi Engine Instructor Jobs in El Paso, TX

If you're ready for a new and rewarding challenge and for the ability to make a difference every day, we have a great opportunity for you! As a Principal Jet Pilot, you will be responsible for overseeing the most critical and complex missions, providing expert guidance, and setting strategic operational directions. In this role, you will provide leadership of pilot cadre in an SNC program, and will ensure mission success through advanced piloting skills, exceptional leadership, and a comprehensive understanding of strategic objectives. Your role will include significant input into program development, operational strategy, and the mentorship of senior and junior pilots.The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains - air, land, sea, space and cyber.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the execution of high-stakes and complex missions.
• Develop and implement strategic operational plans to support organizational objectives.
• Provide expert piloting skills for the most challenging and critical missions.
• Mentor and guide senior and junior pilots, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Oversee safety, regulatory compliance, and risk management for all missions.
• Serve as a key advisor to leadership on aviation and operational matters.
• Lead the analysis and review of mission outcomes to drive improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering and technical teams to enhance aircraft performance and safety.
• Represent the organization in high-level meetings and briefings.
• Drive innovation and excellence in all aspects of flight operations and mission execution.
• Ensure full compliance with FAA regulation, ICAO standards, and applicable customer/contract Flight and Ground Operating Procedures (FGOPs).

Qualifications You Must Have:

• 8+ years of experience.

• Minimum of 3,500 hours of total flight time.
• Includes 2,500 multi-engine hours for such aircraft
• At least 2,500 hours as PIC, including 1,500 hours as PIC in type or similar aircraft
• Identified as Lead Pilot or primary assistant to Lead Pilot for SNC program including qualifications as
• Instructor pilot
• Evaluator pilot in type aircraft
• FAA 2nd Class Medical
• Commercial Pilot License (CPL) with instrument and multi-engine ratings, and/or Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certification.
• Proven leadership experience in high-stakes operational environments.
• In-depth knowledge of strategic planning and aviation management.
• Ability to pass a FAA/Military Pilot Background Check and mandatory drug and alcohol screen.
• Note: PIC for this purpose is defined as Captain/Aircraft Commander of record, not simply the sole manipulator of the controls. SNC considers only pilot time in fixed wing aircraft toward minimum qualifications. This does not include simulator, helicopter, flight engineer, bombardier, navigator, RIO, EWO, WSO, NFO, or Special Crew.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Military flight training background.
• Experience in executive leadership roles within combat or operational missions.
• Advanced degrees in aviation, aerospace, or related fields.
• Experience with cutting-edge aviation technology and systems.
• Recent mission completion and/or prior service.
• US Military survival and/or physiological training (<5 years).
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.

Essential Functions:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Ability to remain seated and operate flight controls for extended periods.
• Frequent travel required; ability to be on-call for missions.
• Ability to work in potentially hazardous or high-stress environments.
• Must possess fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination for operating aircraft controls.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to hear and respond to audio cues in loud environments.
• Capacity to work in an office or hybrid environment when not on missions.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

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SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.