Originally Posted by
freightpilotguy
Touching on this topic, I’m currently an FO at an ULCC, looking to go to a legacy in the long term. I have the hours and currently working on the degree but I’m looking at becoming a sim instructor, part time for CAE. I understand that being a sim instructor at your specific airline looks better but, would there be any incentive (regarding applying to a legacy) to being a part time sim instructor at a training center?
For those wondering, I’m too junior and don’t have enough time to become a sim instructor at my current carrier.
Shows that you're a go-getter, and like to teach. A little icing on the cake but probably won't substitute for flight experience.
Be prepared to answer the question "did you call in sick much from the airline to go to your other job?"