Sperl0863

Anyone have experience working at either FSI or Simuflite? I hear its a great place to network and not to mention, get yourself a free type. Any feedback would be awsome.

UCLAbruins

Great places to network, yes absolutely, but actual flying is better.

If you do end up going to one of these places, don't go for the porsche or Ferrari ( G-V, Global Exp.), companies that operate heavy, long-range biz jets want A LOT of int'l experience, and minimum of 300 hrs. in type, plus those jobs are extremely hard to get. Get something practical, something you can actually use, an Xcel, or Hawker would be best.

just my 2 cents.....

gtippin

I have trained at FSI (MCO, ILG) and at Simcom (MCO) everyone I have met at these locations really seemed to enjoy their jobs. I also believe that these companies offer their instructors for contract pilots when companies need fill in crew. So it is kind of the best of both worlds. One thing to remember the type ratings are not completely free. You will have to agree to work for a specified period of time for each type.

gtippin

Ps: Go Bulls !!!!!!!!!!!!!

NowCorporate

We have hired directly out of CAE into our Global Express, no time in type required.

Sim centers can work you very hard and have insane hours. My last instructor for an intial (yes we hired him) had 100+hr work weeks. No kidding I saw his schedule....I didn't think there was 100hrs in a week! - the money some of them make is OK - 120K range, but you can make more in the airplanes....and have a life.

We try and track sim job openings, here is one posted yesterday on our WEBSITE for Falcon Instructors. They have been looking for awhile. This one may be for Mechanics, but the contact is likely the same and I know they need pilot instructors also.

GOOD LUCK!


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FALCON TECHNICAL INSTRUCTOR

Summary

Jet Professionals is seeking an individual for a Falcon 900EX EASy/Falcon 2000EX EASy Technical Instructor located in Morristown, NJ.

Contact Information:
Human Resources
CAE SimuFlite
hr@caesimuflite.com
No phone calls please.

Description
Technical Instructors will be responsible for conducting training of clients for the description, operation, maintenance procedures and troubleshooting as listed in all required publications. They will act as a subject matter expert for Dassault and assist in the development of technical programs using the client's standards.

Notes
All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements:

Possess a valid A&P License
10 Years of aircraft maintenance experience
Have experience with the DA-900 and/or DA-2000 Series experience
High School degree or equivalent
Be able to read and interpret schematics and wiring diagrams
Possess functional computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite, including
Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
Be able to work a flexable schedule to include evenings, weekends or holidays.
Some travel is required.
The following skills are preferred:

Strong electrical systems background
Avionics systems knowledge
Previous instructional experience
Above average verbal and written communication skills
College Degree
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KITT

I would go FSI. They have great finacial backing and treat their employees great. A lot of my friends have worked there for a long time and really enjoy it.

UCLAbruins

I'm talking about the odds, you'll always see exceptions like the one you described. Every G-V or Global express pilot had 0 hrs in type once. When you have a ticket with 0 hours in type, the odds of landing a job in a Hawker or Xcel are much, much higher. my opinion anyway

NowCorporate

whys that?

many places hire the person, not the ratings..

either way, Id try and instruct in the higher dollar airframes if I was going to go that route.

and YES, Id look in to FSI before CAE. I attend both annually and the FSI people are treated FAR better.

Fred Flintstone

Can't say anything about Simuflite as I've never been to one, but I am a refugee from FSI SAV. Great people, great facility, long hours & low pay.

You may get a free type rating, but you will pay in the long run with the hours. Oh, and they pay salary so there is no incentive to work harder. I wish they paid better and by the hour, I might have stayed.

I got a "free" type in the GV I will never get to use except for bragging rights around my airline crew room.

mojo6911

I just applied for an SIC position for FSI through their website. Anyone know what they pay for this?