Fighter Pilot Instructor Lead & Subject Matter Expert
- Job type
- Full Time
- Category
- International, Instructor
- Position
- Instructor
- Posted
- September 15, 2026
Position Summary
The Fighter Pilot Instructor Lead & Subject Matter Expert leads military pilot training activities within an Instruction operation, coordinating instructor teams and developing and delivering ground-based theoretical and simulator training for military aircrews. The role combines fighter pilot subject-matter expertise with training development and project leadership.
Schedule
- Full-time, permanent position.
- Hybrid working may be available when operationally possible.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate the pilot instructor team.
- Deliver theoretical and flight simulator training to military aircrews.
- Develop training plans, course content, and technical documentation based on operational requirements.
- Conduct Training Needs Analysis and evaluate technical documentation to establish aircrew training objectives.
- Manage project scope, planning, supplier activities, deliverables, and progress reporting.
- Supervise subcontracted training work packages and assess technical quality.
- Support development of computer-based and multimedia training materials.
- Apply operational fighter pilot experience to support safe and effective aircrew training.
Requirements
- Aeronautical Engineering degree, university degree, or equivalent Military Flight Academy qualification.
- More than 10 years of experience as a Combat Fighter Pilot.
- Flight experience on Eurofighter or F-18 aircraft.
- Proven Flight Instructor experience.
- Native-level Spanish.
- Advanced written and spoken English.
- Project management and supplier management experience.
- Microsoft Office proficiency.
- Familiarity with multimedia training applications.
- Strong public-speaking and audience-management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Training Needs Analysis (TNA) experience.
- Computer-Based Training (CBT) development experience.
Benefits
- Vacation and additional days off.
- Health insurance.
- Employee stock options.
- Retirement plan.
- Study grants.
- Hybrid working when possible.
- Transportation services at applicable sites.
- On-site employee facilities.
- Professional development and upskilling opportunities.
- Employee product and benefit discounts.
Compensation
- Attractive salary; specific amount Not Specified.
How to Apply
- Apply through the employer's online application portal.