Type Rating Instructor (TRI)

Overview

The Type Rating Instructor (TRI) or Examiner (TRE) at Airbus is responsible for providing comprehensive instruction and evaluation for airline crews transitioning to Airbus aircraft types. This role, based in Singapore, involves delivering flight and simulator training for international clients, ensuring operational, technical, and performance competencies in accordance with airworthiness standards. The instructor also supports the Head of Training (HOT) with additional training duties as needed.

Key Duties

• Deliver training on all operational and technical aspects for specific Airbus aircraft types using flight training devices, simulators, actual aircraft, and classroom sessions.
• Conduct theoretical instruction covering type-rating courses, flight operations, and aircraft performance.
• Follow Airbus policies and standardization procedures mandated by Flight Development and Flight Standardization & Policy departments.
• Assess crew progress and determine if supplemental training is necessary to meet proficiency targets within defined timelines.
• Provide base training and line training (Initial Operating Experiences) on Airbus aircraft for airline crews.
• Administer type rating skill tests, license proficiency checks, and operator proficiency evaluations on relevant Airbus types.
• Participate in training program reviews or developments as assigned by HOT.
• Assess fellow instructors’ performance and undertake standardization duties when appointed as Airbus Standardizer.
• Maintain high airmanship standards suitable for multicultural training environments.
• Support flight training audits and simulator device qualifications including fly-outs.
• Perform other training-related tasks as designated by the Head of Training.

Qualifications & Experience

• Must hold an EASA Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL).
• Possess a valid EASA Class 1 Medical Certificate.
• Hold current EASA type rating and instructor certificates on the pertinent Airbus aircraft type, unrestricted including LIFUS or landing training.
• Possession of a valid EASA examiner certificate on Airbus type is advantageous.
• Experience with low visibility operations and ETOPS qualifications is required (such as having completed at least one auto land on Airbus fly-by-wire aircraft as Captain).
• Minimum overall 8000 flight hours, including 5000 hours on jet large aircraft and at least 2500 hours as Captain on Airbus aircraft.
• Minimum 1500 hours on Airbus fly-by-wire aircraft types and 500 hours as Captain or instructor conducting LIFUS/IOE.
• Experience or expertise in evidence-based or competence-based training assessments is a plus.
• Completion of the Airbus Pilot Instructor Course (APIC) is preferred.
• Proficiency in English with a minimum English Language Proficiency Rating of 5 is mandatory for clear communication with trainees.

Additional Information

Candidates must submit a CV, medical certificate, and license copies when applying. This role demands awareness of compliance risks and a strong commitment to integrity to uphold the company’s reputation and growth. Airbus values diversity and inclusiveness, encouraging applications regardless of background or personal characteristics. The company strictly prohibits any monetary exchanges in recruitment processes and supports flexible working arrangements to foster innovation.