Flight Instructor - Long Beach

FlightSafety•Long Beach, CA

About The Position

The Flight Instructor delivers ground and simulator flight instruction in accordance with aviation regulations and FlightSafety Training principles. The instructor conducts pilot training for clients in core, specialty, or enrichment courses; develops materials that support the applicable curriculum and client needs; evaluates trainee progress and recommends qualification or additional training; and completes accurate client training records. The instructor identifies client training issues and seeks assistance before instruction, and maintains instructor qualifications in accordance with regulatory requirements. The position requires an unrestricted ATP certificate or an ICAO member-state Airline Transport Pilot License. Candidates without an ATP must meet the requirements of 14 CFR parts 61.153 and 61.64 without a Supervised Operating Experience limitation, and have at least one unrestricted PIC type rating. Preferred qualifications include FAR Part 135, FAR Part 121, or military training experience, and 2,500 hours of total flight time. The role requires participation in FlightSafety's DOT Drug and Alcohol testing program. Work involves instruction in classrooms and simulators, and the physical demands include operating simulator controls, entering and exiting the simulator, moving around the classroom, and potentially exiting a malfunctioned simulator in a severely pitched attitude. The role also involves regularly lifting or moving up to 10 pounds and frequently lifting or moving up to 25 pounds, along with potential exposure to moving mechanical parts and other conditions described in the posting. Compensation is listed at $100,625 to $171,250. FlightSafety offers vacation, sick leave, a 401k match, healthcare coverage, and other benefits. Employment is contingent on required compliance reviews, including applicable sanctions and export-control requirements; the position may also require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Requirements

Must be able and willing to participate in FlightSafety's DOT Drug and Alcohol testing program.
An unrestricted ATP certificate or an ICAO member-state Airline Transport Pilot License.
If the candidate does not have an ATP, must meet 14 CFR part 61.153 and 14 CFR part 61.64 requirements without a Supervised Operating Experience (SOE) limitation.
A minimum of one unrestricted PIC type rating.
Knowledge of aviation safety standards and practices.
Knowledge of common aviation regulations.
Ability to manage classes and teach effectively.
First-level facilitation skills.
First-level customer service skills.
Ability to be coachable and receive feedback to support development.
Ability to meet the listed physical demands, including manipulating simulator controls, entering and exiting the simulator, and lifting or moving up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

FAR Part 135, FAR Part 121, or military training experience.
2,500 hours of total flight time.

Responsibilities

Conduct pilot ground and simulator training for clients receiving core, specialty, or enrichment training courses.
Develop and prepare training materials to support delivery in accordance with the applicable curriculum and client needs.
Evaluate and measure trainee progress and recommend qualification or additional training.
Complete accurate training records for each client to support achievement of the requested objectives.
Identify client training issues and seek assistance before execution.
Maintain instructor qualifications in accordance with regulatory requirements.