What are the responsibilities and job description for the Simulator/Academic Pilot Instructor position at Air Force Civilian Service?
Train the Air Force’s next-generation aviators across T‑6, T‑1, T‑38, IFF, and T‑7 platforms—sharpening their skills in advanced flight, formation, aerobatics, and mission-ready execution
The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is currently looking for a civilian full-time Simulator Pilot Instructor, GS-2181-12, located at the 12th Training Squadron, Randolph AFB, San Antonio, TX.
Retention Incentive – 10% of yearly salary based on eligibility
In this position, you will serve as an aircraft simulator and academic instructor across T‑6, T-1, T‑38, IFF, and T‑7 training platforms within the U.S. Air Force Undergraduate Flying Training and fighter/bomber training programs. Provide instruction in core and advanced flight skills, including aircraft handling, instrument and night operations, formation flying, aerobatic and evasive maneuvers, cross‑country navigation, and low‑level mission execution.
Minimum Flight Hour Requirements (Flight Logs Are Mandatory)
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U.S. citizenship required. AFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Must be of legal working age.
The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is currently looking for a civilian full-time Simulator Pilot Instructor, GS-2181-12, located at the 12th Training Squadron, Randolph AFB, San Antonio, TX.
Retention Incentive – 10% of yearly salary based on eligibility
In this position, you will serve as an aircraft simulator and academic instructor across T‑6, T-1, T‑38, IFF, and T‑7 training platforms within the U.S. Air Force Undergraduate Flying Training and fighter/bomber training programs. Provide instruction in core and advanced flight skills, including aircraft handling, instrument and night operations, formation flying, aerobatic and evasive maneuvers, cross‑country navigation, and low‑level mission execution.
Minimum Flight Hour Requirements (Flight Logs Are Mandatory)
- 1500 Total Flight Hours
- 250 Pilot-In-Command Hours
- 75 Night Flying Hours
- 75 Flight Hours of Instrument Time (at least 10 hours must be in actual instrument conditions)
- 500 Instructor Time Flight Hours (Fixed Wing)
- Flight Logs (military and civilian)
- FAA Certificates: CFI and CFII (or military equivalent)
- DD 214 or In Lieu of DD 214 Letter (if applicable)
- SF 50 (if applicable)
- Must be a US Civilian
- Must possess an FAA Commercial or Military equivalent rating and be able to offer instruction, flight evaluation, and training to rated USAF pilots
- Knowledge of aircraft systems and operating procedures, advanced instrument techniques, aerobatic maneuvers, close formation flying, high-speed low-level flight, aerial refueling, aggressor and defensive combat, and range missions
- Knowledge of instructional methods, practices, and principles
- Knowledge of requirements for fighter and bomber pilot training and the pilot training syllabus
- Skill in using computer applications and simulator systems to meet learning objectives and demonstrate flying procedures and maneuvers
- Experience in 4th and/or 5th generation fighter-type aircraft is highly desired
- Graduation from a USAF Weapons School or USN Weapons School (Top Gun) is highly desired
- Previous experience as an instructor in the T-7A, T-38C, or equivalent sister service fighter-type training aircraft is highly desired
To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please subscribe at www.Afciviliancareers.com and sign up to “Get Career Updates.”
U.S. citizenship required. AFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Must be of legal working age.