F-16 Instructor Pilot

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

. Deliver realistic adversary air tactics training for Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve Command aircrews .

Posted 10/10/2026part-timeHomestead • Florida • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $183,040 - $198,869 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in delivering adversary air tactics training, mission planning, and scenario development, with a strong emphasis on effective communication and team supervision. Holds a current or active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, ensuring compliance with security requirements.

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F-16 Pilot ExperienceInstructor Pilot ExperienceMission Planning ExpertiseDoD Top Secret ClearanceAir Tactics Training

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Hard Skills

Adversary Air Tactics TrainingSimulator OperationMission PlanningThreat System EmulationDebrief ExecutionScenario DevelopmentBasic TroubleshootingEvent OrchestrationDigital Cockpit ControlsRed-Air Tactics Simulation

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTeam SupervisionFlexibility

Tools & Technologies

F-16 Mission and Tactics TrainerSimulation Software

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD Top Secret ClearanceSCI Eligibility

Industry Keywords

Air National GuardAir Force Reserve CommandU.S. Air Force Weapons SchoolFlight Evaluator

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver realistic adversary air tactics training for Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve Command aircrews
Simulate red-air tactics using the F-16 Mission and Tactics Trainer, including digital cockpit controls and threat system emulation
Operate simulator consoles and execute debriefs during and after missions
Serve as Mission Director or Red Czar depending on scenario requirements
Provide subject matter expertise on air tactics, mission planning, and training objectives
Coordinate with Weapons Officers and Instructor Pilots to craft accurate, effective, and threat-representative scenarios
Develop and refine mission-planning materials, simulator academics, and training products
Support scenario execution, event orchestration, and constructive inputs to maximize training value
Report and support basic troubleshooting of simulation software issues
Supervise small teams during AFRC operational events as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and 15+ years of relevant experience, OR Master’s degree and 13+ years of relevant experience, OR Associate’s degree and 17+ years of relevant experience, OR high school diploma/equivalent and 19+ years of relevant experience
Current or former F-16 pilot
Ability to average 20 hours per week in a part-time capacity
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work on-site with flexibility for morning and evening training shifts
Must be a U.S. citizen
Must have a current or active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, or the ability to obtain and maintain one
Experience as an Instructor Pilot (IP) or Flight Evaluator preferred
Graduate of the U.S. Air Force Weapons School preferred
Active DoD TS clearance with SCI eligibility preferred
Job performance normally requires only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment

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
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Early childhood education scholarships
Post-secondary education scholarships
Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation may occasionally be offered for qualified positions