Flight Instructor Simulator - Type II

Job Overview

Airbus is an international pioneer in the aerospace industry and a leader in the design, manufacture and delivery of aerospace products, services and solutions. At Airbus Canada, our people work together to make mobility evolve around the world. The Flight Instructor Simulator – Type II Instructor belongs to the Airbus Canada Training Centre and will conduct flight crew training for various international and internal customers.

The instructor represents Airbus Canada in front of customers, operators and authorities and works with teams across the world, with opportunities to develop expertise in various fields including management and project roles.

• Conduct best possible training & checking to ensure safe and efficient operation of the Airbus A220 (BD‑500) aircraft.
• Instruct airline crews converting to the Airbus A220 on all operational and technical aspects using fixed‑base simulators, classroom/virtual classroom, aircraft pilot training devices, FSTDs, OTDs, full‑flight simulators and other training equipment.
• Work on projects within the Training and Flight Operations organization.
• Represent Airbus Canada Training and the manufacturer to customers, identifying potential problems and finding solutions.
• Maintain and upgrade competencies according to qualification requirements.
• Give stand‑up lectures to ensure crews can safely and correctly carry out all normal and emergency procedures required by airworthiness authorities.
• Adhere to Airbus standard policy and standardization requirements.
• Instruct crews within defined time limits, evaluate progression, and decide on extra sessions if needed to reach required proficiency.
• Participate in course development and in standardization instruction on demand.

• Hold or have held a Commercial Pilot License (CPL) and a frozen ATPL or an ATPL (ICAO); fluent in English.
• Complete Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT) as a pilot.
• Minimum flight hours: 3,000 as a pilot; 1,500 hours on multi‑pilot aircraft (MPA).
• Minimum three years of commercial aviation experience on FAR 25 / CS 25 or FAR 23 / CS 23 aircraft in multi‑pilot operation, preferably on Airbus aircraft.
• Highly recommended:
  Qualified (current) and experienced as Captain and Flight Instructor on BD‑500;
  Synthetic Flight Instructor Authorization or experience as an instructor; examiner experience; evidence‑based/competency‑based training assessment expertise; project management mindset and managerial experience; experience in flight safety.
• Recognised for pedagogy, perseverance, flexibility, curiosity and adaptability.
• Available for worldwide business trips.

Mirabel, Quebec.

Airbus Canada subscribes to the principle of employment equity and encourages women, aboriginals, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities to apply. This role requires attention to potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, which is the foundation of the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.