Helicopter Flight Instructor - Lafayette

FlightSafety • Lafayette, LA

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About The Position

The Flight Instructor delivers ground and simulator flight instruction in accordance with aviation regulations and FlightSafety Training principles. The instructor trains clients in core, specialty, and enrichment courses; develops and prepares curriculum-aligned materials; evaluates trainee progress and recommends qualification or additional training; maintains accurate client training records; identifies training issues and seeks assistance when needed; and maintains instructor qualifications in accordance with regulatory requirements.

The role requires an unrestricted Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate or an ICAO member state Airline Transport Pilot License. Applicants without an ATP must meet the specified requirements of 14 CFR part 61.153 and 14 CFR part 61.64 without a Supervised Operating Experience (SOE) limitation. The instructor must be able and willing to participate in FlightSafety’s DOT Drug and Alcohol testing program.

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 applicant does not have an ATP, must meet the requirements of 14 CFR part 61.153 and 14 CFR part 61.64 without a Supervised Operating Experience (SOE) limitation.
• 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 perform the described physical activities, including operating simulator controls, entering and exiting the simulator, and lifting or moving up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Unrestricted Rotorcraft ATP certificate.
• 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 courses.
• Develop and prepare training materials that support client needs and comply with the applicable curriculum.
• Evaluate and measure trainee progress and recommend qualification or additional training.
• Complete accurate, client-specific training records to support trainees in achieving their objectives.
• Identify client training issues and seek assistance before execution.
• Maintain instructor qualifications in accordance with regulatory requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed