Simulator Instructor
10-03-2021, 01:34 AM
#1
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Simulator Instructor
Can recent hires share their experiences as it relates to:
Job satisfaction; Accommodations and pay during training; Training footprint; Schedule… assigned versus bid; Salary / Overtime; Benefits; Jump seat privilege; Family travel,
Thanks in advance.
Job satisfaction; Accommodations and pay during training; Training footprint; Schedule… assigned versus bid; Salary / Overtime; Benefits; Jump seat privilege; Family travel,
Thanks in advance.
10-07-2021, 04:19 PM
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Similar questions as well.
How does seniority work as a Flight Crew Training Instructor at SWA? Also, Is there a pay scale for instructors? What exactly are they looking? Level D sim instruction, classroom instruction? How many instructors are they looking to hire?
Thanks in advance,
Air Over The Log
How does seniority work as a Flight Crew Training Instructor at SWA? Also, Is there a pay scale for instructors? What exactly are they looking? Level D sim instruction, classroom instruction? How many instructors are they looking to hire?
Thanks in advance,
Air Over The Log
10-07-2021, 05:17 PM
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I recall that a recent contract with all the work rules was posted on an APC thread very recently. If I recall pays around 80-90K to start and tops at 130K, not counting any extra stuff thrown in there. It's DAL based with all most regular employee benefits. I think they were looking to hire quite a few (100 plus) new IP's.
Southwest will provide a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.
Provide Flight Operations training in accordance with FAR, Flight Operations Training Manual (FOTM), and Company requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare and conduct classroom training in accordance with FAR, Flight Operations Training Manual (FOTM), and Company requirements
Facilitate pilot learning
Develop and create instructional and evaluation media/materials for support of training programs
Maintain course material and procedural integrity through self-study, skills practice, critique review, and instructor meetings
Accomplish special projects and assignments as directed
Must be able to meet any physical ability requirements listed on this description
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Must have a good working knowledge and experience in the operation of training equipment that includes computer based training workstations
Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
Must have the ability to read technical aircraft documents, follow technical instructions, learn and understand new technical concepts and prepare written technical documents that will convey information or guidance to others in an understandable manner
Must possess extensive knowledge of flight training instructional duties along with a good working knowledge of FAR training requirements
Must possess excellent English verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Must possess the ability to accomplish accurate work under tight time constraints while maintaining a high degree of flexibility
Must be able to work various assigned hours as necessary, which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, with a rotating assigned work schedule to cover the operational hours (which includes 365 day a year up to 24 hours a day)
EDUCATION
Required: High School Diploma or GED
Preferred: Bachelor's Degree
EXPERIENCE
Required: Minimum of 1 year of experience of previous flying experience in aircraft above 12,500 pounds
Preferred: Minimum of 2 years of experience as Classroom or Simulator Instructor or equivalent
Preferred: 2 years of experience of previous FAR Part 121 operations
LICENSING/CERTIFICATION
Required: Valid motor vehicle license
Required: Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) rating
Preferred: B-737 type rating
PHYSICAL ABILITIES
Must have vision ability to view and read computer/video displays on a frequent basis
Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds in order to move training support equipment from one location to another
Must be able to participate in the FAR directed Line Observation Program and be able to enter and exit the aircraft under normal and emergency conditions
Must be able to enter and exit the flight simulator, cabin simulator or mock-up, briefing rooms under normal and emergency conditions
Must be able to sit in the simulator uninterrupted for up to 4 hours
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
Must be at least 23 years of age
Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future
Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by start date to comply with Executive Order 14042, which requires employees of federal contractors to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Southwest will provide a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.
Provide Flight Operations training in accordance with FAR, Flight Operations Training Manual (FOTM), and Company requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare and conduct classroom training in accordance with FAR, Flight Operations Training Manual (FOTM), and Company requirements
Facilitate pilot learning
Develop and create instructional and evaluation media/materials for support of training programs
Maintain course material and procedural integrity through self-study, skills practice, critique review, and instructor meetings
Accomplish special projects and assignments as directed
Must be able to meet any physical ability requirements listed on this description
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Must have a good working knowledge and experience in the operation of training equipment that includes computer based training workstations
Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
Must have the ability to read technical aircraft documents, follow technical instructions, learn and understand new technical concepts and prepare written technical documents that will convey information or guidance to others in an understandable manner
Must possess extensive knowledge of flight training instructional duties along with a good working knowledge of FAR training requirements
Must possess excellent English verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Must possess the ability to accomplish accurate work under tight time constraints while maintaining a high degree of flexibility
Must be able to work various assigned hours as necessary, which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, with a rotating assigned work schedule to cover the operational hours (which includes 365 day a year up to 24 hours a day)
EDUCATION
Required: High School Diploma or GED
Preferred: Bachelor's Degree
EXPERIENCE
Required: Minimum of 1 year of experience of previous flying experience in aircraft above 12,500 pounds
Preferred: Minimum of 2 years of experience as Classroom or Simulator Instructor or equivalent
Preferred: 2 years of experience of previous FAR Part 121 operations
LICENSING/CERTIFICATION
Required: Valid motor vehicle license
Required: Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) rating
Preferred: B-737 type rating
PHYSICAL ABILITIES
Must have vision ability to view and read computer/video displays on a frequent basis
Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds in order to move training support equipment from one location to another
Must be able to participate in the FAR directed Line Observation Program and be able to enter and exit the aircraft under normal and emergency conditions
Must be able to enter and exit the flight simulator, cabin simulator or mock-up, briefing rooms under normal and emergency conditions
Must be able to sit in the simulator uninterrupted for up to 4 hours
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
Must be at least 23 years of age
Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future
Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by start date to comply with Executive Order 14042, which requires employees of federal contractors to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
10-08-2021, 06:26 AM
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10-28-2021, 10:51 PM
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So it looks like you start at as little as around $40,00 a year (Step 1) by the contract, assuming you are not a Captain Qualified Instructor, whatever that is. Dallas aint cheap, and they need to do better than that. Can you commute on the job or is it a live in base requirement?
10-29-2021, 02:17 AM
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Originally Posted by tm602
So it looks like you start at as little as around $40,00 a year (Step 1) by the contract, assuming you are not a Captain Qualified Instructor, whatever that is. Dallas aint cheap, and they need to do better than that. Can you commute on the job or is it a live in base requirement?
Still doesn’t pay enough, but it’s not absurdly low.
10-29-2021, 06:20 AM
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Position: Boeing 737
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Originally Posted by CaptYoda
I think they pretty much expect you to be a DAL or nearby guy. Commuting would be a bit difficult on a space A basis. I doubt anyone would take the job for 40K. I think they would start at 80K+
I know an instructor who commutes from Virginia but he keeps an apartment in Dallas to use while he is working. His apartment is on the DART line so he doesn't need a car.
10-29-2021, 10:42 AM
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It's not a bad gig for someone past 65 or someone without a medical for sure. Also, an opportunity for others to get their foot in the door perhaps. I just feel living in the base would make it an even better deal. I do believe SIM IP's can J/S on SWA as well.
