What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pilot Instructor Lead/Test position at Aviation Training Consulting, LLC?
Description
Description
JOB TITLE: Pilot Instructor Lead/Test
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Regular
WORK STATUS: Full-Time
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
OCCUPATIONAL GROUP: Professional
REPORTS TO: Site Manager
DIRECTLY SUPERVISES: None Position
The Pilot Instructor Lead/Test provides advanced pilot instruction, supports instructor standardization, and performs simulator test-crew duties to verify training device fidelity and accuracy, in accordance with the C-5 Training System Performance Work Statement (PWS) and applicable Air Force standards. Training includes aircraft systems, normal and emergency procedures, and mission-specific operations.
Essential Functions of the Position: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required for a C-5 Pilot Instructor Lead/Test. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Conduct academic and simulator instruction for pilot initial, transition, requalification, and continuation training.
• Operate simulator instructor stations, introduce malfunctions, and manage training profiles and scenarios.
• Evaluate student performance, provide detailed debriefs, and complete required training records and documentation.
• Support flight evaluations, remedial training, and instructor standardization activities.
• Assist with courseware review, safety initiatives, and updates to training materials and procedures.
• Lead or support the coordination of pilot training programs and monitor instructor performance and adherence to standards
• Conduct simulator test events to compare device performance to aircraft behavior and support SIMCERT and post-modification testing.
• Support Instructor Evaluator responsibilities in accordance with PWS 3.14.2.2.
• Assist with courseware review, safety and quality audits, FCIF updates, and other administrative duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Education and/or Experience:
The following are the requisite education and/or experience required to qualify for the position as a C-5 Pilot Instructor Lead/Test.
- Previously qualified as a C-5 AMP/C-5M Aircraft Commander
- Flight experience:
- o 1,000 C-5 flight hours, or
- o 500 C-5 flight hours and 1,200 total flight hours (TFT) in mobility aircraft.
- Graduate of a formal instructor pilot course.
- Minimum of 200 C-5 Instructor Pilot hours.
- Associates degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution.
- Fluent in spoken and written English.
- Ability to obtain and maintain required Secret security clearance.
- Knowledge of C-5 operations, systems, instruction, or maintenance as applicable.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- Meets all Pilot Instructor requirements in PWS 3.14.3.1, including aircraft commander, flight hour, instructor course, and instructor hour standards
- Prior experience as a lead, standards, or evaluator pilot instructor strongly preferred
- In accordance with PWS 3.14.3.4, typically dedicates at least 40 percent of available time to test aircrew duties, with remaining time allocated to instruction or other duties