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SAIC Virtual Reality Flight Simulator Instructor in COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado
Description
SAIC is hiring a Virtual Reality (VR) Flight Simulator Instructor to provide podium and simulator-only flight instruction in the Cirrus SR-20, Cessna 172, and T-6 Texan at the U.S. Air Force Academy. The Instructor will train and educate cadets thru the Airmanship Next Program.
Overall, your role as a VR Flight Simulator Instructor will require a combination of technical expertise, teaching skills, and attention to detail. You will play a critical role in helping students learn how to operate the VR flight simulator safely and effectively, and in preparing them for real-world flight scenarios.
This position is 100% on site in Colorado Springs, CO.
Job Responsibilities:
Demonstrate a high degree of proficiency when flying simulated maneuvers.
Present and facilitate completion of courseware; including reading materials, video, practice problems, quizzes, and surveys, the content of which is developed by the government and made accessible via a Learning Record System.
Be proficient in the use and basic troubleshooting of a government provided VR Immersive Training Device (ITD). (Note: The government will provide training and timely access to IT support personnel for advanced troubleshooting issues).
Assist the Course Director with student enrollment, survey/critique completion, and end of course closeout requirements.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience; Master's degree and three (3) years of experience.
Additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
Required Qualifications:
US citizenship.
3+ years of experience as a pilot or flight instructor.
Flight simulator operation and training experience.
Flight simulator computer-based training experience.
Technical proficiency in operating and troubleshooting flight simulators.
Familiarity with aviation regulation, safety procedures and emergency protocols.
Excellent communication and teaching skills plus exceptional attitude, energy level and desire to instruct.
Strong attention to detail.
Desired Experience:
Flight simulator software: Prepare3d.
Prior military flight instructor experience in the TG-16, T-53, DA-20/DA-40, T-6, T-1 or T-38.
Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site. REQNUMBER: 2504253
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