The posting
POSITION IS PENDING CONTRACT AWARD
POSITION LOCATION: Southeast Asia/Middle East
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Senior C-17 Globemaster III Instructor Pilot / Evaluator
Position Title: Senior C-17 Instructor Pilot / Evaluator Aircraft: Boeing C-17 Globemaster III Employment Type: Full-Time, Civilian Contractor Program: Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Reports To: Chief Pilot / Site Manager
- POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior C-17 Instructor Pilot / Evaluator is responsible for providing comprehensive academic, simulator, and aircraft flight instruction to military aircrew assigned to the C-17 Globemaster III program.
The individual will develop, deliver, and evaluate initial qualification, recurrent, upgrade, mission qualification, and continuation training for C-17 pilots in accordance with applicable aircraft operating procedures, established training programs, customer requirements, and approved aviation standards.
The position requires an experienced former military C-17 pilot with demonstrated Aircraft Commander, Instructor Pilot, and pilot evaluation experience.
The individual will serve as a senior aviation training professional responsible for maintaining the highest standards of flight safety, operational proficiency, crew coordination, and training effectiveness.
- PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Aircraft Flight Instruction
- Conduct initial, recurrent, upgrade, and continuation flight training in the C-17 Globemaster III.
- Provide instruction in aircraft systems, flight characteristics, normal and emergency procedures, and operational limitations.
- Instruct pilots in aircraft handling, takeoff and landing procedures, instrument flight operations, tactical maneuvering, and mission-specific procedures.
- Provide instruction in crew resource management (CRM), flight deck coordination, and operational decision-making.
- Conduct supervised training flights to develop and maintain pilot proficiency.
- Demonstrate and reinforce adherence to aircraft flight manuals, technical orders, checklists, and approved operating procedures.
- Identify deficiencies in student performance and implement appropriate corrective training.
- Maintain accurate records of all flight instruction and student progress.
- Simulator Instruction
- Conduct initial, recurrent, upgrade, and mission-specific training using approved C-17 full-flight simulators or Weapons Systems Trainers (WST).
- Instruct pilots in normal, abnormal, and emergency aircraft operating procedures.
- Conduct simulator training scenarios involving instrument flight, adverse weather, aircraft system malfunctions, and emergency situations.
- Provide instruction in tactical airlift operations, mission planning, crew coordination, and operational risk management.
- Develop and execute simulator training scenarios designed to evaluate individual and crew performance.
- Conduct simulator briefings and debriefings, identifying deficiencies and recommending corrective actions.
- Maintain simulator training documentation and student proficiency records.
- Pilot Evaluations and Qualifications
- Conduct pilot proficiency evaluations and qualification assessments when authorized by the customer and applicable aviation authority.
- Evaluate pilot performance during simulator and aircraft training events.
- Assess compliance with established flight procedures, aircraft operating limitations, emergency procedures, and applicable aviation standards.
- Conduct initial qualification, recurrent proficiency, upgrade, and continuation training evaluations.
- Document evaluation results, identify performance deficiencies, and recommend additional training when necessary.
- Provide formal recommendations concerning pilot readiness and qualification status to designated program leadership.
- Maintain evaluation records and supporting documentation in accordance with program requirements.
- Training Program Support
- Assist in developing and maintaining C-17 pilot training programs and instructional materials.
- Support the development of standardized training syllabi, lesson plans, and evaluation criteria.
- Coordinate training schedules and instructional requirements with program management and customer representatives.
- Provide technical guidance regarding C-17 flight operations and training standards.
- Mentor and develop customer-nation instructor pilots, where applicable.
- Participate in training program reviews and recommend improvements to training effectiveness and operational safety.
- MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements:
Military Aviation Experience
- Former commissioned or warrant military aviator with experience in military fixed-wing transport or airlift operations.
- Minimum of five (5) years of military aviation experience.
- Minimum of 2,000 total military flight hours.
- Minimum of 500 hours in the C-17 Globemaster III.
- Previously qualified as a C-17 Aircraft Commander.
- Previously qualified as a C-17 Instructor Pilot.
- Minimum of 200 hours of documented C-17 instructor flight experience OR at least two (2) years of documented C-17 instructor experience.
- Instructor Pilot qualification or experience within the preceding five (5) years.
Instructor and Evaluation Experience
- Successful completion of a formal military Instructor Pilot qualification course.
- Previous experience conducting initial, recurrent, and upgrade pilot training.
- Previous military pilot evaluation or examiner experience, preferably in the C-17 aircraft.
- Demonstrated experience conducting simulator-based flight instruction and proficiency evaluations.
- Experience developing and maintaining pilot training documentation.
- ADDITIONAL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Comprehensive knowledge of C-17 aircraft systems, operating procedures, and flight characteristics.
- Working knowledge of military airlift operations and applicable aviation regulations.
- Demonstrated ability to instruct and evaluate pilots from different military and cultural backgrounds.
- Professional-level English communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to prepare training reports, student evaluations, and technical documentation.
- Ability to obtain and maintain required medical qualifications, security clearances, and applicable customer-country access authorizations.
- DESIRED / PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) aviation training programs.
- Previous experience training international military aircrews.
- Experience supporting C-17 aircraft introduction, transition, or operational readiness programs.
- Experience in military aircrew standardization and evaluation programs.
- Previous experience serving as a Squadron Instructor Pilot, Standardization/Evaluation Pilot, or equivalent senior aviation training position.
- Experience in operational mission planning, tactical airlift, and aircrew resource management.
- Previous experience supporting military aviation training programs outside the United States.
- KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The successful candidate must demonstrate:
- Advanced knowledge of C-17 aircraft operations and systems.
- Exceptional instructional and communication abilities.
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
- Ability to evaluate pilot performance objectively and consistently.
- Ability to identify and correct deficiencies in pilot performance.
- Strong understanding of aviation safety and operational risk management.
- Ability to work independently while coordinating with military customer representatives and program management.
- Ability to adapt training methodologies to the experience and proficiency levels of international military aircrews.
- PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
The Senior C-17 Instructor Pilot / Evaluator is expected to:
- Deliver safe, effective, and standardized aircraft and simulator instruction.
- Maintain accurate and complete training and evaluation records.
- Ensure training is conducted in accordance with approved training programs and applicable operational procedures.
- Support customer-nation pilot qualification and operational readiness objectives.
- Identify training deficiencies and recommend appropriate corrective measures.
- Maintain professional relationships with customer-nation military personnel and program leadership.
- Promote a culture of aviation safety, discipline, and operational excellence.
- WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The position requires the ability to conduct instruction in both simulator and operational aircraft environments.
The individual must be available to support scheduled training activities, including aircraft flight operations, simulator training, academic instruction, briefings, debriefings, and pilot evaluations.
International travel and extended assignments may be required depending on program location and customer training requirements.
Candidate must be able to obtain a work visa, depending on requirements of the country.
Candidate must be able to meet the cultural requirements of the country, as applicable.
Employment is contingent on the candidate’s ability to satisfy all labor and immigration formalities of the country.
Candidate must be able to obtain a secret U.S. Security Clearance
