Montana State University - Office of Student Engagement · 13 hours ago
Simulation Training Manager - Non-Tenure Track Faculty
Bozeman, MT
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$44K/yr - $44K/yrMontana State University’s Gallatin College Aviation Program is hiring a dedicated flight simulation training manager and FAA-certified Flight Instructor. This position will oversee the use, maintenance, and upgrade of program flight simulation capabilities, teach aviation courses, and ensure students are trained in accordance with FAA requirements.
Events Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Teach up to two courses, four sections, per semester, including summer session
Update existing course curriculum as needed / when directed by the Program Director
Create new course curriculum when directed by the Program Director
Manage current Aviation Program Simulator Lab
Ensure existing Redbird simulators are operational and have up-to-date software
Ensure existing PC-based desktop simulator stations are functional on a daily basis
This includes maintaining the stations on the university network
Updating XPlane flight simulator software as required to maintain full functionality
Ensure accessories are fully functional and in working order: yokes, throttle quadrants, and rudder pedals
Coordinate with AVFT 141, Advanced Navigation NTT to have all simulators fully functional during required class periods
Instruct students on how to use simulators in alignment with FAA requirements
Assist Program Director in the procurement, shipping, and installation of a new, full-motion, FAA-approved flight simulation training device
Once installed, oversee daily use of the above full-motion simulator. Tasks will include:
Ensuring functionality on a daily basis
Coordinating with manufacturer for any required maintenance, software updates, etc
Providing Certified Flight Instructor oversight to students utilizing the simulator in order to allow students to log training time in completion of FAA certificates and ratings
Assist students in using the simulator for professional development as needed
Coordinate acquisition and use of Virtual Reality training systems necessary for increasing student proficiency and capability
Liaises with contracted flight provider to ensure students are adequately and appropriately scheduled for their flying training events
Coordinates with MSU registrar, Gallatin College staff and prospective students to arrange in-person visits and on-line orientations
Prepare reports as necessary for internal and external review (FAA)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or greater in an aviation-related field
FAA-Certified Flight Instructor
Experience instructing Garmin G-1000 and similar aviation avionics systems
Preferred
FAA Certified Advanced Ground (AGI) and/or Instrument Instructor (IGI)
Prior post-secondary instructor experience
Experience mentoring and counseling high school-age students in aviation and other STEM topics
Experience instructing in two- or four-year Part 141 Pilot Schools
Benefits
Benefits Eligible
Company
Montana State University - Office of Student Engagement
The Office of Student Engagement (OSE) provides and facilitates student engagement opportunities for MSU students through a variety of programs, events, services, and activities on the Bozeman campus.
Founded in 2015
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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