F 15E Instructor Pilot

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

. Deliver high-fidelity simulator instruction for F-15E training events supporting USAF Weapons School and Operational Test missions .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeNellis AFB • Nevada • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $128,993 - $208,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in delivering high-fidelity simulator instruction and developing training curriculum for F-15E operations. Possesses strong capabilities in mission planning, evaluation of trainee performance, and collaboration with military stakeholders.

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F-15E Simulator InstructionMission Planning SoftwareTop Secret Security ClearanceFighter Aircraft Pilot ExperienceUSAF Fighter Weapons School Graduate

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Hard Skills

Simulator OperationsTraining Curriculum DevelopmentProficiency ChecksData AnalysisInstructional Sessions

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationFlexibility

Tools & Technologies

F-15E Instructor Operating SystemMission Planning Products

Certifications & Qualifications

Top Secret ClearanceTS/SCI Clearance

Industry Keywords

USAF Weapons SchoolOperational Test MissionsCrew Resource ManagementF-15E TacticsTraining Evaluation

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver high-fidelity simulator instruction for F-15E training events supporting USAF Weapons School and Operational Test missions
Develop and update training curriculum, study materials, and orientation content
Conduct briefings, instructional sessions, proficiency checks, and follow-up evaluations
Operate the F-15E Instructor Operating System and serve as the Strike Eagle subject-matter expert
Maintain ground training currency for Instrument Refresher Course and Crew Resource Management
Utilize mission planning software and load mission data into simulators and associated devices
Participate in mission planning and produce mission planning products
Support post-mission data analysis
Support VTTC Battlespace Environment operations as required
Collaborate with government stakeholders and MTC vendors to enhance F-15E MTC capabilities
Coordinate training schedules and ensure effective use of simulator resources
Evaluate trainee performance and recommend qualification or additional training
Serve as liaison to the USAF Weapons School, 53d Test & Evaluation Group, and other organizations supporting the USAF Warfare Center mission

Requirements

What you’ll need

15+ years relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or 13+ years relevant experience with a Master’s degree in a related field, or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19+ years relevant experience
Experience as a fighter aircraft Pilot or Weapon Systems Officer Instructor
Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet customer training requirements
Familiarity with F-15E tactics, mission planning, and simulator operations
Experience supporting USAF training, test, or operational mission sets
U.S. citizenship
Must have had an active Top Secret security clearance within the last 24 months
Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance and relevant SAP/SAR clearances
Recent F-15E instructor experience within the last 5 years (preferred)
Previous simulator instructor experience (preferred)
USAF Fighter Weapons School graduate (preferred)
Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
Wellness resources
Employee assistance programs
Savings Plan Options (401(k))
Financial planning tools
Life insurance
Employee discounts
Paid holidays and paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation occasionally offered for qualified positions
Valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth