Simulator Check Airman / Instructor (ERJ 135/145) - Part 135

Simulator Check Airman / Instructor (ERJ 135/145) - Part 135

Contour IAH - Houston, TX 77032

Overview

Position Type Full Time Job Shift Any Education Level High School Travel Percentage Negligible Category Training

Description

Contour is a long-established aviation services company with a diverse range of capabilities. At Contour, our core values guide every action and decision. We are unwavering in our commitment to integrity and safety, which remains at the heart of all our business lines. Our team members exemplify an attitude of excellence, consistently striving to think like a customer. We believe there is strength in unity, and we work together as a team to achieve ambitious goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct simulator-based training and checking events in accordance with the approved Part 135 Pilot Training Program (PTP), Company SOPs, and completion standards
• Ensure crewmembers meet competency standards prior to being released from training and maintain standards while in line service
• Evaluate performance objectively, document results accurately, and ensure corrective action and retraining are accomplished when required
• Drive standardization through consistent procedures, techniques, and completion standards
• Maintain working knowledge of applicable Part 135 requirements and FAA guidance relevant to training, testing, and checking
• Model professionalism, SOP discipline, CRM, and safety culture in all training and checking events
• Coordinate with Training, Flight Standards, Safety, and Scheduling to support program execution and standardization initiatives
• Support continuous improvement of lesson objectives, grading sheets, scenario design (including LOFT validation as assigned), and courseware alignment
• Maintain required instructor/check airman authorizations and currency in accordance with Company program requirements

Qualifications

• Be at least 23 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Be authorized to work in the United States and able to travel in and out of the United States.
• Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Must understand, read, and write English.
• Possess polished and professional interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and a customer-oriented mindset.
• Possess strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Must have well-developed people skills and ability to work with a variety of personalities.
• Able to coordinate multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Able to handle interruptions and a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain strong attention to detail.
• Be self-motivated and able to motivate others.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal delivered with tact and professionalism.
• Must pass a DOT required pre-employment drug screen and willing to submit to and pass FAA and Company mandated random drug and alcohol tests.
• Able to pass a required 10-year work history review and submit to criminal background and fingerprint checks.
• Able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and varying schedules.
• Must have experience and be highly proficient in Microsoft Office 365, Excel, Word, Outlook, and related software. Rockwell Collins FOS or similar crew scheduling software familiarity preferred.
• Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including OSHA, EPA, state, and federal regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

• ERJ-145/135 type-rated PIC with significant Part 135 experience
• ATP certificate
• Demonstrated ability to teach, coach, and evaluate pilot performance to a consistent standard
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior simulator instructor and/or check airman experience
• Line check experience
• Leadership/mentorship and/or training program development experience

Employment Type

Full-time, part-time, or contract options may be considered based on program needs.

Location

Houston, Texas

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature and level of work required for the referenced position; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in the position. Please be advised that the duties and expectations of this position may be subject to change.

Corporate Flight Management Inc