AH-64E Instructor Pilot
CAE
AH-64E Instructor Pilot
CAE
Provides high-fidelity flight simulators and training
Who We Are:
CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, civil aviation, and healthcare by revolutionizing our customers’ training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency, and readiness.
CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.
CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity, and “One CAE” make us who we are, and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.
What We Have to Offer:
Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance
A work environment where all employees are valued, respected, and safe
Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives, and make decisions
Recognition, professional development, advancement, and having fun!
Summary
Rated Crew Member (AH64E Instructor Pilot) is responsible for monitoring the aircraft systems, diagnosing and eliminating any problems that may arise, and ensuring that all maintenance faults have been recorded and properly corrected. These duties will be performed day and night as well as under VMC and IMC.
This position supports the Army Advanced Helicopter Flight Training program conducted at Fort Rucker, Alabama, and includes both US Army students as well as a contingent of multinational students
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Responsible for monitoring the aircraft systems, diagnosing and eliminating any problems that may arise, and ensuring that all maintenance faults have been recorded and properly corrected.
Conducts pre-flight and in-flight briefings, and post-flight After Action Reviews
Conducts logbook write-ups and maintenance as required
Qualifications and Education Requirements
Previous designation as an AH64E Instructor Pilot
Crew Member must have 5+ years
Operational military experience in the AH64E aircraft
Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required
Must be able to work overtime as required
Must be willing to work any shift or day of the week as required
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Able to maintain the current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) third-class Medical Certificate or, if a member of the National Guard or Reserves, an Army 2992 FFD.
Language Skills
Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex aviation words and technical documents/diagrams.
Mathematical Skills
Must be able to calculate figures and amounts, percentages, and draw and interpret graphs.
Reasoning Ability
Must be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. An ability to interpret students’ requirements and attitudes from verbal, non-verbal, and written communication is essential.
Security Responsibilities
Must comply with all company security and data protection/usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for the proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside the company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.
Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.
Work Environment
Work in a regular office environment; communicate via personal computer, telephone, and fax
Will be working in areas with risk of electrical shock from moving mechanical parts driven by hydraulics under high pressure
Will at times be exposed to the following conditions: extreme heat, airborne particles, and loud noises consistent with an aviation facility, to include flight line operations
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Domestic travel as required
Must be able to walk and/or climb stairs and ladder into a simulator or airplane cockpit
Must be able to stoop, bend, and crawl on top of or under training devices.
Must be able to detect odors or hear noises, bangs, etc., or other sounds to detect problems or flaws in the surrounding environment
Must be able to distinguish colors
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws.
Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected]
At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.
CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected].
As part of our process, we may use AI‑supported tools to help review applications, with human decision‑making at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.
CAE provides training, simulation, and critical operations solutions for aviation and defense, creating high-fidelity flight simulators and comprehensive training programs for pilots, cabin crew, maintenance technicians, airlines, business aviation operators, and security personnel. Its products work by combining realistic simulators, advanced software, and hands-on instruction to reproduce real-world flight and operational scenarios in a safe, controlled environment, plus ongoing support for mission readiness. Compared with competitors, CAE operates at a global scale with about 13,000 employees across roughly 240 training locations in over 40 countries, a long history of experience, and a focus on embedding sustainability while delivering reliable, standards-aligned training. Its goal is to make the world safer by helping professionals perform at their best when the stakes are highest and to be a trusted partner for safety and mission readiness today and tomorrow.
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