Flight Instructor II

Cirrus Design Corporation • Scottsdale, AZ

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About The Position

The Flight Instructor provides industry-leading, learner-centric flight training to Cirrus customers. The training follows a structured syllabus with proprietary course material for streamlined training to support the learning process. Ancillary duties include identifying and communicating pilot progression and opportunities, record keeping, safety management, flight planning and preparation, lesson planning and preparation, complex problem solving, mastery of subject matter material, and recommending process improvements. Duties include acting as pilot in command of Cirrus aircraft while performing 14 CFR part 91 corporate flight operations (demonstration, repositioning, and post-maintenance flights) when needed, flight reviews, proficiency checks, and other similar pilot and flight instructor duties. Shift: Tuesday - Saturday 730am-430pm.

Requirements

• Current FAA Flight Instructor Certificate
• Airplane Single engine Instrument Airplane
• Hold FAA Pilot Certificate Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land Instrument Airplane
• Current Second-class Airman Medical Certificate or higher
• IFR in congested airspace, mountain flying, extensive IMC, international flight, and night experience preferred
• 350 total instruction hours or 250 Cirrus instruction hours required

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to manage complexity and solve problems
• Experience in collaboration and building partnerships
• Strong decision-making skills
• Situational adaptability
• Ability to ensure accountability and develop talent

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all industry and Cirrus established safety procedures and policies when performing job duties
• Provide excellent and professional customer service
• Make timely and accurate decisions regarding safety of flight
• Conduct training events following program guidance and requirements
• Provide flight and ground instruction per standards defined in Cirrus policy and procedure documents
• Meticulously record all training event activities and results in pilot training records
• Recommend students for FAA written and practical tests
• Assess pilot performance in the psychomotor, cognitive, and affective domains for each training event
• Discover opportunities to customize training events to fit individual student needs
• Act as pilot in command of Cirrus aircraft while performing corporate flight missions, ferry flights, internal training flights, and demonstration flights
• Perform normal pre-flight and post-flight inspections, clean, fuel, add oil and de-ice fluid, update chart subscriptions, etc.
• Continuous learning of the latest developments in the Cirrus Aircraft line of aircraft products
• Process and maintain a deep level of aircraft knowledge and be a model aviator, flight instructor, and Cirrus representative
• Maintain communication with students as required pre- and post-training
• Enhance flight safety by providing excellent, high quality, and standardized flight and ground instruction
• All other duties as assigned

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting
• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options
• Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals
• Generous PTO: 120 hours accrued within the first year
• Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities
• Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts
• Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers
• Education Level: No Education Listed