Part Time Fixed Wing Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)

BETA Technologies • South Burlington, VT

13d • Onsite

About The Position

At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.
Certified Flight Instructors (CFIs) at BETA are foundational to our aviation culture and operational readiness. CFIs provide high-quality flight and ground instruction to BETA team members across a diverse fleet, while upholding rigorous safety, professionalism, and standardization expectations. This role blends instruction, mentorship, operational discipline, and cultural leadership within a fast-evolving aviation environment. CFIs operate primarily from BETA’s Burlington, VT headquarters and fly year-round in fixed-wing aircraft including electric trainers, conventional piston aircraft, tailwheel aircraft, floatplanes, and multi-engine airplanes.

Requirements

• Commercial Pilot Certificate – Airplane Single Engine Land (ASEL)
• Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
• Instrument Instructor (CFII)
• Minimum 500 hrs Total Time
• Minimum 150 hrs Dual Given
• High Performance and Complex endorsements
• Valid 2nd class medical
• Valid U.S. driver’s license
• Ability to operate professionally in a structured, safety-focused environment
• Strong communication, judgment, and instructional skills

Nice To Haves

• Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) - Airplane
• 1000+ hrs Total Time
• 500+ Dual Given
• Seaplane Rating and instructional experience
• Tailwheel experience
• Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI)
• Experience instructing in technically advanced aircraft (TAA) or electric aircraft
• Prior experience in corporate, test, or high-accountability flight operations

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional flight instruction under Part 61, aligned with BETA training standards
• Conduct dual instruction, proficiency flights, and evaluation flights for pilots with a wide range of experience levels and goals
• Conduct discovery flights and non-instructional flight experiences to team members
• Deliver ground instruction, briefings, and debriefings using standardized curricula and training materials
• Support onboarding and internal engagement events by educating team members on BETA’s flight training programs and safety culture
• Participate in aircraft care, cleanliness, and basic operational readiness activities
• Maintain accurate and timely training records in Flight Schedule Pro and other company systems
• Manage scheduling issues directly with students via Slack, text, or phone call
• Contribute to continuous improvement of training materials, SOPs, and operational documentation
• Uphold BETA’s safety, professionalism, and risk-management expectations at all times

Benefits

• BETA offers a competitive Total Compensation package designed to support you now and as you grow with us.
• This role includes both Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units for all full-time team members, so everyone shares in our success.
• You’ll have access to onsite healthcare in Vermont, comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid parental leave.
• We also take care of the everyday details with daily lunch provided, and yes—flight lessons are part of the experience, along with a range of additional perks that make work here genuinely rewarding.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees