Flight Simulator Instructor

Flight Simulator Instructor

Flight Simulator Instructor

Faculty/Directorate Faculty of Engineering, Computing & the Environment School/Function School of Engineering Contract type Fixed Term Contract Location of vacancy Roehampton Vale Actual hours 22.2 Salary from 60,996.00 Salary to 70,239.00 Posted Date 02/10/2026 Closing Date 18/10/2026 Ref No 4976 Documents

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The Role

We are looking for a Flight Simulator Instructor to lead the delivery of flight simulator instruction within the Faculty's Aviation Operations provision and to act as the Faculty's specialist authority on flight simulation and aviation training.

The role is accountable for the standard, quality and regulatory readiness of the Faculty's simulator training and leads its progression towards Civil Aviation Authority approval and Approved Training Organisation status. Also, the role is the sole specialist in this field within the Faculty, and the postholder will lead simulator-based training designed, delivery and development as the provision grows.

The Person

You will lead the delivery of flight simulator instruction across Aviation Operations programmes, ensuring that all simulator sessions, briefings and debriefings achieve high professional standards. You will oversee the development and continuous improvement of the simulator training curriculum, exercises and scenarios, maintaining alignment with programme requirements, industry practice, and regulatory standards. As the Faculty's specialist in flight simulation and aviation training, you will provide expert guidance on instructional standards and the future development of simulator-based provision.

You will lead preparations for Civil Aviation Authority approval and Approved Training Organisation status, acting as the principal contact for regulatory matters. You will make independent judgements on student competence and progression, ensure the safe and effective operation of simulator facilities, and oversee maintenance and calibration priorities. You will also support the growth of Aviation Operations through new teaching, training and partnership opportunities, while representing the Faculty at recruitment, outreach and engagement events.

The Faculty

There are few faculties across the UK university landscape as varied in their scope as the Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment (ECE). We teach and research across a wide range of subjects, allowing for real cross-discipline innovation and creativity.  Our lecturers are experts – working at the forefront of their fields and actively engaged in research so they can bring advanced knowledge to their teaching. Our state-of-the-art facilities relevant to Aerospace and Aircraft Engineering include specialist engineering laboratories; advanced flight simulators (including a new state-of-the-art Airbus A320 advanced flight simulator as well as other flight simulators); two wind tunnels for aerodynamic experiments; fabrication (including 5-axis CNC machine) and composite materials facility; metrology laboratory; rapid prototyping and 3d-printing facility; and new labs related to electrical, electronic and robotics engineering; as well as an advanced design studio. For future engineers, this combines to create the ultimate real-life space for practical learning. For academic professionals, this all adds up to a truly vibrant, exciting environment in one of the largest and most diverse STEM faculties in the sector.

Further information

This is a part time, fixed term position until 31 October 2027 working 22.2 hours per week.

The starting salary is £36,598 er annum (60% pro rata to £60,996 per annum).

Interviews are expected to be held at the end of October 2026.

For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Simon Philbin, Head of School of Engineering.

Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.

We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme. 

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