Description

SAIC is seeking a qualified and experienced Black Hawk Instructor Pilot - Latvia to provide flight instruction and simulation training for the Black Hawk Aircrew Trainer ( BAT ) in Lielvārde, Latvia.

NOTE: This position is an Instructor Operator role for UH-60M Simulator

Responsibilities:

• Conduct flight and simulator instruction in accordance with approved syllabi, Army regulations (AR 95-1, TC 3-04.11), and FAA/DoD guidelines.
• Deliver classroom and mission planning instruction in topics such as systems, emergency procedures, NVG operations, tactical flight, and mission execution.
• Evaluate pilot proficiency and provide performance assessments and remediation as needed.
• Evaluate pilot proficiency in instrument flight and be able to conduct Instrument Flight Evaluations.
• Maintain training records, lesson plans, and instructional materials in compliance with company and government standards.
• Support development and updating of standard operating procedures (SOPs), risk assessments, and safety briefings.
• Provide input on curriculum development and instructional improvements.
• Participate in flight evaluations and readiness-level (RL) progression training.

Qualifications

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree and nine (9) years of experience; four (4) years of experience in lieu of degree.

Required Clearance:

• Must possess and be able to maintain an active secret clearance ( US Citizenship).

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Army-qualified UH-60M Instructor Pilot (IP) with documented completion of an approved Instructor Pilot Course as well as Instrument Evaluators Course.
• Extensive flight experience, strong instructional skills, and a deep understanding of aircrew training standards as prescribed by U.S. Army Aviation doctrine.
• Minimum of 1,000 flight hours in rotary-wing aircraft, including at least 300 hours in the UH-60M, 100 hours as an Instructor Pilot as well as 100 NVG hours.
• Knowledge of current U.S. Army aviation training doctrine and procedures.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and aviation-related digital systems.

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a contractor or government civilian IP.
• Experience with aircrew training programs such as ARMS, DTMS, or TAMIS.
• Combat experience desired but not required. (Use of ASE and understanding combat maneuvers and operations would be beneficial).
• Familiar with flight operations in Europe ex. Jeppesen Charts.
• NVG Instructor Pilot (NVG IP) or Maintenance Test Pilot (MTP) rating.
• Experience operating the AVCATT, Non-Rated Crew Member Trainer (NCMRT), or other training systems.

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

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