Flight Instructor I
About The Position
We are seeking a dedicated and safety-focused Flight Instructor to deliver high-quality aviation training to university students. This role is responsible for administering FAA-approved flight and ground instruction in accordance with established syllabi, while ensuring students meet all regulatory and performance standards. The Flight Instructor will conduct stage checks and check rides in compliance with FAA guidelines, as well as administer required ground tests and provide ground school instruction as needed. In addition to instructional duties, the Flight Instructor plays a key role in coordinating and scheduling training activities, supporting daily flight operations through dispatch functions, and operating faculty/staff transportation flights (FAST flights). This position also contributes to the advancement of the aviation program by assisting with recruitment and promotional efforts, developing new courses and training materials, and supporting basic preventive maintenance of the university’s aircraft fleet.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED OR an equivalent combination of education/job related experience.
- FAA Certified Flight Instructor License
- Must have and maintain FAA Class II medical
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to work with flight students one-on-one and in a classroom setting.
Responsibilities
- Administer FAA-approved flight and ground instruction in accordance with established syllabi.
- Ensure students meet all regulatory and performance standards.
- Conduct stage checks and check rides in compliance with FAA guidelines.
- Administer required ground tests and provide ground school instruction as needed.
- Coordinate and schedule training activities.
- Support daily flight operations through dispatch functions.
- Operate faculty/staff transportation flights (FAST flights).
- Assist with recruitment and promotional efforts.
- Develop new courses and training materials.
- Support basic preventive maintenance of the university’s aircraft fleet.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
