2027 Internship - Flight Ops (Flight Instructor)

Textron•Wichita, KS

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Inspire the journey of flight in general aviation’s most iconic aircraft by sharing experiences and expert product knowledge. Work as a flight instructor to design and create the best aviation experiences for our team and club members. Grow and develop professional and technical skills to utilize in your aviation career.

Requirements

Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management or related field with sophomore status or higher.
FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument rating and Single
FAA Second Class medical or better, with ability to obtain an FAA First Class medical
FAA Flight Instructor Certificate (CFI) and FAA Flight Instructor Instrument Certificate (CFII) required
200 hours PIC
50 hours PIC in previous 12 months
50 hours dual given
25 hours night
25 hours IMC
Multi-Engine Land
FAA Complex and High-performance endorsements
Previous classroom experience as a ground instructor
Familiarity with digital/glass flight decks
Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the U.S. for Textron Aviation at the time of making application, and visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors who will need employment sponsorship.
Candidates must be able to work onsite for the entirety of the internship program unless approved otherwise by the hiring manager.
Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S. export control laws. If a position requires access to information controlled under U.S. regulations applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.

Responsibilities

Embody Textron Aviation’s values to complete our collective mission and achieve our vision.
Act as a flight and ground school instructor for club members and interns.
Conduct classroom instruction.
Operate company and club aircraft within all applicable FAA and ICAO regulations. Complies with all regulations and local operating procedures.
Maintain a thorough knowledge of appropriate aircraft models, systems, avionics, and equipment.
Attends training as required.
Performs office tasks such as but not limited to answering phones, processing member paperwork, and answering club members’ questions.
Adhere to and support club’s policies, procedures, guidelines, and responsibilities.
Communicate with and ensure club personnel are aware of noteworthy issues.
Always maintains safety as the prime consideration for all operations.