Simulator Pilot Instructor

About the role

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking a civilian Simulator Pilot Instructor, GS-2181-12 at the 47th Student Squadron at Laughlin AFB, Del Rio, TX. Recruitment and Retention Incentives may be available based on base eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a current and qualified, instrument-rated, multi or single-engine advanced military flight simulator and academic instructor for students enrolled in the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training (ENJJPT) Undergraduate Pilot Training (UPT) program and for rated upgrade pilots enrolled in the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training (ENJJPT) Pilot Instructor Training (PIT) program.
• Maintain a minimum of 1500 total flight hours, 250 PIC hours, 75 night flying hours, 75 instrument hours (including 10 hours in actual instrument conditions), and 500 instructor flight hours (fixed wing).

Qualifications

• Must be a US Civilian.
• Experience as a rated military aviator (pilot) is critical.
• Previous experience as an instructor in a military aircraft is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of aircraft systems and operating procedures, aerodynamics, flying fundamentals, aircraft instrumentation, ground and flight emergency procedures, and instrument and visual flight rules.
• Knowledge of the methods, principles, practices, and programs related to curriculum development, instructional techniques, and training resources.
• Skills in the use of a variety of computer applications and software, to include simulator systems.
• Skills in demonstrating flying procedures and maneuvers in an aircraft simulator.

Benefits

• Special Salary Rate: View here
• No 180-day waiver required for retired military members.

Pay

Details are available on the special salary rate page.

Schedule

N/A

Skills

• Knowledge of aircraft systems and operating procedures.
• Aerodynamics.
• Flying fundamentals.
• Aircraft instrumentation.
• Ground and flight emergency procedures.
• Instrument and visual flight rules.
• Methods, principles, practices, and programs related to curriculum development, instructional techniques, and training resources.
• Use of a variety of computer applications and software, to include simulator systems.
• Demonstration of flying procedures and maneuvers in an aircraft simulator.

Benefits

• Recruitment and Retention Incentives may be available based on base eligibility.

Application

To apply, click the apply button to complete an application and upload your resume (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50).

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AFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.