CH-47F Standardization Instructor Pilot (SIP) – TAFT Advisor

Location: Worldwide
Employment Type: Full-Time
Status: Subject to Contract(s) Award

About Resicum International LLC

Resicum International LLC is a leading provider of aviation training, logistics, maintenance, and technical advisory services supporting U.S. Government Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs worldwide. Our team consists of highly experienced military and civilian aviation professionals dedicated to enhancing partner-nation operational readiness through world-class training, technical expertise, and mentorship.

We are currently seeking highly qualified CH-47F Standardization Instructor Pilots (SIPs) to support current and future Training Assistance Field Team (TAFT) programs worldwide. This position is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced U.S. Army Chinook aviator to continue serving the aviation community by providing advanced flight instruction, standardization, evaluation, and mentorship to international CH-47F aircrews.

Position Summary

The CH-47F Standardization Instructor Pilot (SIP) serves as a senior aviation training and standardization advisor responsible for maintaining and improving flight training, standardization, evaluation, and operational proficiency among CH-47F aircrews.

Working directly alongside international partner-nation aviation personnel, the SIP will provide subject matter expertise, flight instruction, mentorship, evaluation, and technical guidance in accordance with applicable U.S. Army aviation doctrine, regulations, technical publications, and established training standards.

The successful candidate will assist in developing and sustaining CH-47F pilot proficiency, instructor and evaluator capabilities, crew coordination, aviation safety, and operational readiness while promoting sound U.S. Army aviation standards and best practices.

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior CH-47F Standardization Instructor Pilot Advisor to FMS partner nations. 
• Provide advanced CH-47F flight instruction to pilots and aircrew in both classroom and aircraft environments. 
• Mentor and develop international CH-47F Instructor Pilots (IPs) and Standardization Instructor Pilots (SIPs), as applicable to the assigned program. 
• Conduct and support standardization and evaluation activities to assess pilot and aircrew proficiency. 
• Advise partner-nation aviation leadership on flight training programs, qualification requirements, continuation training, and aircrew standardization. 
• Provide instruction and evaluation on aircraft systems, emergency procedures, flight maneuvers, crew coordination, and operational procedures. 
• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining standardized CH-47F flight training programs. 
• Assist with the development and maintenance of training programs, lesson plans, syllabi, academic materials, and evaluation standards. 
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to international instructor and evaluator pilots. 
• Assist partner-nation aviation organizations in establishing effective standardization and evaluation programs. 
• Evaluate pilot and aircrew performance and provide constructive feedback and corrective instruction. 
• Identify training deficiencies and develop appropriate corrective training and remediation plans. 
• Advise aviation leadership on training effectiveness, aircrew proficiency, standardization, safety, and operational readiness. 
• Support aviation safety programs, risk management, accident prevention, and mishap-reduction initiatives. 
• Provide instruction on crew coordination, cockpit procedures, risk management, and aviation decision-making. 
• Assist partner-nation personnel in developing sustainable instructor pilot, evaluator pilot, and standardization programs. 
• Support pilot qualification, progression, continuation, and mission-oriented training requirements. 
• Assist with developing and implementing aircrew training and evaluation policies and procedures. 
• Provide guidance on the proper interpretation and application of applicable technical manuals, regulations, aviation publications, and training requirements. 
• Assist with identifying recurring training deficiencies and developing corrective actions to improve aircrew proficiency and safety. 
• Advise aviation leadership on the effectiveness of training and evaluation programs and recommend improvements. 
• Assist with the development of academic presentations, practical exercises, flight training materials, and evaluation tools. 
• Promote aviation safety, standardization, training discipline, and technical compliance throughout all advisory activities. 
• Support aircraft fielding, acceptance, modernization, modification, and operational sustainment activities as required. 
• Conduct training and advisory activities in accordance with applicable U.S. Army regulations, technical manuals, aviation publications, safety requirements, and program directives. 
• Foster strong professional relationships while supporting the objectives of U.S. Government Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs. 

Why Join Resicum International?

• Support strategic international aviation modernization programs. 
• Continue serving the aviation community by mentoring allied military personnel and aviation professionals. 
• Apply your CH-47F flight instruction, standardization, and evaluation expertise in a professional international advisory environment. 
• Help develop partner-nation instructor pilots, evaluator pilots, and standardized CH-47F training programs. 
• Work alongside highly experienced aviation professionals. 
• Competitive compensation and benefits package. 
• Opportunity to experience the culture and history of international locations while supporting important U.S. Government partnerships. 
• Make a lasting impact on the development of international CH-47F aviation training, standardization, and operational capability. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Resicum International LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Apply Today

If you are a highly experienced CH-47F Standardization Instructor Pilot (SIP) looking to continue your career in an international aviation training, standardization, evaluation, advisory, and mentorship role, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Resicum International team.

This position is contingent upon contract(s) award and program requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Former U.S. Army CH-47F Standardization Instructor Pilot (SIP) with documented experience serving in the role. 
• Current or previously qualified U.S. Army CH-47F Instructor Pilot (IP) and/or Standardization Instructor Pilot (SIP). 
• Qualified in the CH-47F Block I aircraft; Block II experience preferred. 
• Minimum 1,500 hours of total rotary-wing flight time. 
• Significant experience conducting CH-47F instructor, standardization, and evaluation duties. 
• Demonstrated experience evaluating pilot and aircrew performance and providing corrective instruction. 
• Thorough knowledge of CH-47F aircraft systems, flight characteristics, operational procedures, limitations, and applicable aviation publications. 
• Strong understanding of U.S. Army aviation training, standardization, and evaluation practices. 
• Experience developing, implementing, or supporting aviation training and standardization programs. 
• Experience providing flight and academic instruction to military aviation personnel. 
• Strong communication, instructional, leadership, and mentorship abilities. 
• Ability to identify pilot and aircrew training deficiencies and develop effective corrective training. 
• Ability to work independently while serving as a trusted aviation training and standardization advisor. 
• Ability to work effectively in international and cross-cultural environments. 
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances, passport, and visa requirements, as applicable to the assigned program. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting Security Assistance Training Management Organization (SATMO) or Training Assistance Field Team (TAFT) programs. 
• Previous Foreign Military Sales (FMS) aviation advisory experience. 
• Previous experience supporting international military aviation organizations. 
• Previous experience serving as a U.S. Army CH-47F SIP or IP. 
• Experience training and evaluating Instructor Pilots, Standardization Instructor Pilots, or evaluator pilots. 
• Experience developing or managing aviation standardization and evaluation programs. 
• Experience developing CH-47F aircrew training programs, syllabi, lesson plans, or evaluation standards. 
• Experience supporting CH-47F international training or aviation modernization programs. 
• Previous experience mentoring international military pilots or aviation instructors. 
• Experience with aviation safety programs, risk management, and mishap prevention. 
• Experience with crew coordination and Crew Resource Management (CRM). 
• Graduate of applicable U.S. Army Instructor Pilot, Standardization Instructor Pilot, evaluator, or aviation training courses. 

Desired Skills

• CH-47F flight instruction. 
• CH-47F standardization and evaluation. 
• Instructor and evaluator pilot development. 
• Aircrew training and proficiency management. 
• Aviation leadership and mentorship. 
• Training program development. 
• Standardization program management. 
• Aviation safety and risk management. 
• Crew coordination and CRM. 
• Aircraft systems knowledge. 
• Flight planning and operational decision-making. 
• Pilot performance evaluation. 
• Corrective training and remediation. 
• Technical manual and aviation publication research. 
• Aircraft readiness and operational sustainment. 
• Problem solving and analytical skills. 
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Cross-cultural communication. 
• Ability to work effectively in dynamic international operational environments. 

This position is contingent upon contract(s) award and program requirements.