F-16 Advanced Systems Instructor - Block 50+

Role Overview

F-16 Advanced Systems Instructor (Block 50+) at Amentum, supporting the Royal Air Force of Oman (RAFO) at Thumrait, Dhofar Governate, Oman. Full-time, on-site position. Pending contract award and funding CY2026.

Role Purpose

Deliver theoretical classroom and practical on-aircraft instruction to RAFO technicians on F-16 Block 50+ advanced systems. Develop and deliver specialized courses in systems theory, troubleshooting, fault isolation and aircraft return to service, targeting the most experienced technical personnel.

Key Responsibilities

Instruction & Training Delivery

• Provide theoretical classroom and practical on-aircraft instruction in F-16 advanced systems.
• Deliver comprehensive advanced F-16 Electronics training in an understandable and relatable format.
• Train, lead and mentor RAFO technicians.
• Teach F-16 familiarization courses for On-the-Job Trainees (OJTs).
• Conduct flightline and aircraft safety courses.
• Teach maintenance officer courses.
• Deliver Technical Order (TO) and aircraft forms documentation courses.
• Teach other RAFO instructional courses as directed.

Course Development & Assessment

• Develop and create maintenance instruction courses targeting the most experienced RAFO technicians.
• Write syllabi, course overviews and objectives.
• Define student prerequisites, target audiences, number of students per course.
• Establish course credit and hours.
• Design formative and summative assessments.
• Conduct student evaluations and provide feedback.
• Create and distribute computer-based training (CBTs) or PDF-based testing.
• Build and display PowerPoint presentations using classroom technology.

Systems Knowledge & Troubleshooting

• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of all F-16 systems including pneumatic/hydraulic, engines, airframe, environmental, fuels, weapons and egress systems.
• Possess highly advanced knowledge and experience with the F-16 MIDAS Technical Order (TO) system.
• Read schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Perform fault reporting and isolation.
• Apply knowledge of Avionics and related test equipment including ohm meters, wire integrity testers and memory load verifiers (MLVs).
• Supervise loading of operational flight programs (OFPs).
• Perform harness repair and removal/installation.
• Conduct matrix and system troubleshooting.
• Execute alignment, calibration and boresight procedures.

Technology & Documentation

• Demonstrate working knowledge of classroom technology.
• Load courses onto tablets and electronic whiteboards.
• Manage student documentation and records.

Liaison & Coordination

• Perform all related instructor duties.
• Liaise with Officer in Charge, Technical Training School (TTS) as directed by RAFO and/or Program Manager.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 10+ years of F-16 Block 50 experience.
• Minimum 5 years as a Maintenance Instructor, A&P Instructor, Field Training Detachment (FTD) instructor, or equivalent.
• Verifiable formal instructional experience including certificates of completion from military courses, Basic Instructor Courses (BIC), Maintenance Instructor Courses (MIC), or equivalent.
• Verified and confirmed instructional training and experience in classroom and practical environments.
• AFSC 2A374, 2A3X4 F-16 Block 50 Integrated Avionics, Electrician, Tactical Aircraft Maintenance Tradesman, or equivalent, with highly experienced 7 skill level.
• Working knowledge of all F-16 aircraft systems with emphasis on Avionics/Electronics.
• Aviation-related degree from credible university (preferred but may be waived in lieu of experience level).
• Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification (preferred or equivalent; not required and may be waived depending on experience).
• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Preference for Avionics or Electronics-related background.

Skills & Competencies

• Highly advanced knowledge of F-16 systems theory and operation.
• Expert-level troubleshooting and fault isolation capability.
• Extensive Avionics and Electronics training and experience.
• Knowledge of how aircraft systems are integrated.
• Proficiency with test equipment, harness repair and wiring diagram analysis.
• Course development, assessment and formal evaluation expertise.
• Self-motivated and highly skilled.
• Strong integrity and self-discipline.
• Ability to provide in-depth training.
• Working knowledge of classroom technology, tablets, electronic whiteboards and presentation software.
• Ability to create computer-based training (CBTs).

Additional Information

Clearance & Citizenship

• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials and authorization.
• US Citizenship is required for facility credentials and authorization to work at this facility.

Physical Requirements & Working Environment

• Frequently lifts parts and equipment up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally lifts objects up to 50 pounds.
• Most heavy lifting accomplished through mechanical devices.
• Work performed in shop environment that is moderately lighted, heated and ventilated.
• Exposure to disagreeable fumes and hazards of cuts and bruises from tool use in close spaces.
• Exposure to hazards of moving vehicles such as forklifts in shop area.
• Regularly required to stand, use hands to finger/handle/feel, talk or hear.
• Frequently required to walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Occasionally required to sit, climb or balance.