Pilot Instructor Lead/Test
12/17/2025
The Pilot Instructor Lead/Test conducts academic and simulator instruction for pilot training and evaluates student performance. They also support instructor standardization and conduct simulator test events to ensure training device fidelity.
Working Hours
40 hours/week
Company Size
51-200 employees
Language
English
Visa Sponsorship
No
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
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