An opportunity for a Fighter Pilot Instructor Lead & Subject Matter Expert has arisen within Airbus Defence and Space, Getafe (Madrid).
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead and coordinate the pilot instructor team while overseeing project scope, planning, supplier management, and progress reporting.
- Perform ground-based aircrew training, including theoretical instruction and flight simulator training sessions.
- Design and develop comprehensive training plans, course content, and technical documentation tailored to operational requirements.
- Conduct Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and evaluate technical documentation to establish core aircrew training objectives.
- Manage subcontracted work packages, supervising supplier performance, technical quality, and approval of training deliverables.
- Support multimedia product creation (CBTs, digital courseware) by preparing detailed training data packages and technical support documentation.
SKILLS
- Education: Aeronautical Engineering degree, University Degree, or equivalent Military Flight Academy qualification.
- Experience:
More than 10 years of experience as a Combat Fighter Pilot, with flight experience on Eurofighter (EF) or F-18, and proven Flight Instructor experience.
- Soft skills: Strong public speaking and audience management skills, high team and customer orientation, and adaptability.
- Languages: Native Spanish and Advanced level English (both written & spoken).
- Technical knowledge: Project management and supplier management experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, and familiarity with multimedia training applications.
- Valuable / Nice to have: Direct experience in Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and Computer-Based Training (CBT) development.
At Airbus we are focused on our employees and their welfare. Take a look at some of our social benefits:
BENEFITS
- Vacation days plus additional days-off along the year.
- Attractive salary.
- Hybrid model of working when possible, promoting the work-life balance.
📌 Fighter Pilot Instructor Lead (Getafe)
🏢 Airbus
📍 Getafe