GCC OPPORTUNITY – MPA INSTRUCTOR / AIRCREW TRAINING SPECIALIST

GCC OPPORTUNITY – MPA INSTRUCTOR / AIRCREW TRAINING SPECIALIST Location: GCC Sector: Defence Aviation Employment Type: Full-Time Security Requirements: Eligible to work on sensitive defence programmes VETWORK is supporting a GCC-based aviation organisation in the search for an experienced Aircrew Instructor to support the delivery, development and continuous improvement of specialist military aviation training programmes. This position is suited to a former military Flight Engineer, Aircrew Instructor, Air Refuelling Operator Instructor or equivalent aviation training specialist with extensive experience delivering both classroom and operational training. Key Responsibilities • Deliver initial qualification, continuation and proficiency training programmes for aircrew personnel. • Develop and maintain training curricula, lesson plans and assessment materials. • Conduct both theoretical and practical training activities in accordance with operational and regulatory requirements. • Design and administer examinations, question banks and student assessments. • Provide coaching, mentoring and on-the-job training support. • Review, update and improve training materials to ensure operational relevance and effectiveness. • Maintain accurate training records and reporting through Learning Management Systems. • Work closely with subject matter experts, training management and compliance teams to achieve programme objectives. • Support training analysis, course development and instructional design activities. Essential Requirements • Diploma or equivalent qualification in an aviation-related discipline. • Recognised aviation instructional qualification. • Previous military aviation instructional experience. • Minimum 3–5 years' experience delivering aviation training programmes. • Experience in course design, training development and instructional delivery. • Strong understanding of Systems Approach to Training (SAT) methodologies. • Experience developing examinations, assessments and training documentation. • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Learning Management Systems. Highly Desirable • Flight Engineer instructional experience. • Air Refuelling Operator instructional experience. • Examiner or evaluator qualifications. • Experience supporting military aviation training programmes within a defence environment. • Previous exposure to simulator instruction and synthetic training systems. • Experience working within quality management and compliance frameworks. Personal Attributes • Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills. • Able to mentor and develop personnel from varied backgrounds. • Professional, adaptable and capable of operating within a dynamic military environment. • Strong organisational and programme management capabilities. • Team-focused with the ability to lead by example.