Fighter Instructor Pilot

Provides F-16CM Aircraft Systems/operational procedures instruction in classroom, simulator, and/or practical environments at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany. Assist as Subject Matter Expert in development of curriculum for new type courses as required. May provide additional special services such as courseware review, scenario development as well as other additional administrative duties such as publications, safety, quality audits, scheduling, security, and other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Instruct simulator RAP, DMO, LSB and Distributed Live Control tactical and basic mission events.
• Instruct aircrew upgrade training and academic support simulator training.
• Develop and manage realistic scenarios in support of RAP/DMO/LSB tactical mission events training, Distributed Live Control events and aircrew basic skills mission training.
• Maintain daily utilization logs and provide status on each aircrew member’s simulator mission and academic training completion to the local training officer unit representatives.
• Operate the Mission Training Center (MTC)/Unit Training Device (UTD)/Weapons and tactics Advanced Sustainment Program (WASP)/Weapons and Tactics Trainer (WTT) consoles in support of Air Force and Joint RAP/DMO/LSB battlefield tactical event exercises, Distributed Live Control events and basic mission skills training.
• Perform as event manager in support of Air Force and Joint RAP/DMO/LSB battlefield tactical exercise and Distributed Live Control events.
• Performs administrative duties such as scheduling, record keeping, monitoring student progress, quality assurance, safety, security, and maintenance of training programs and equipment.
• Must maintain proficiency in operation of essential F-16 Aircrew Training Devices.
• Must have prior aircraft operating experience and the ability to establish and maintain creditability and the attention of the customer trainees.
• Must meet minimum AFI 11-2F MDS specific requirements, be able to use current tactics and employment standards, and be physically qualified to fly the simulator as Flight Member.
• Prepares reports as required by management.
• Other duties as identified and assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• Minimum of 5-years’ experience in one or any combination of A-10, F-4, F 15, F-16, F-22, F-35, F-117, or HH-60 aircraft.
• Minimum of 500-hours in one or any combination of A-10, F-4, F-15, F-16, F-22, F-35, F-117, or HH-60 aircraft.
• Instructor experience in one or any combination of A-10, F-4, F- 15, F-16, F 22, F-35, F-117, or HH-60 aircraft.
• Contractor personnel must be able to fly the simulator in the capacity of a 2 or 4-ship flight lead using current tactics and employment standards. These instructors shall maintain ground training currency (IRC, CRM, etc.) and be physically qualified to perform these duties.
• Weapon School Graduate: Must be a graduate of a recognized Weapons School program with experience in at least one of the following fighter classifications:

Air-to-Air Combat: F-15C or F-22

Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses (SEAD): F-16C/J or F-35

Single- or Multi-Role Fighter: A-10, F-15E, or F-16

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Forklift certification (as required).

Supervisory Responsibilities

As Required.

Security Responsibilities

• Must be eligible for Secret Security Clearance and be SCI eligible per the Special Access Program Nomination Process (SAPNP)
• Must comply with all company Information Systems security policies and procedures.
• May be responsible for proper classification and marking of all information and materials. Employee shall not divulge any information, or afford access to other employees not having a need-to-know authorization. Shall not divulge information outside the company without management approval. Will be required to execute company non-disclosure agreement prior to access to any controlled information.

Language Skills

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex words and technical documents/diagrams.

Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing and work effectively as part of a team.

Reasoning Ability and Mathematical Skills

Must be able to analyze problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.? An ability to interpret complex customer requirements and attitudes from verbal, non-verbal, and written communication is desirable. Must be able to calculate figures and numbers, and percentages and be able to draw and interpret graphs. Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and drawings.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Work in a regular office environment; communicate via computer, telephone and meetings.
• Work in regular office environment; communicate via computer, telephone and meetings with customer