Ascent Flight Training | Instructor

Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI)

Ascent Flight Training

Ascent Flight Training is actively seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI) to join its esteemed team. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to deliver exceptional flight instruction within a dynamic military aviation training environment, fostering the next generation of aviators. Successful candidates will demonstrate a profound passion for instruction, outstanding communication skills, and an unwavering commitment to safety and excellence in all aspects of flight training.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide world-class flight instruction, expertly guiding students to achieve their full potential and develop into proficient aviators.
• Cultivate a positive and engaging learning environment, leveraging strong leadership and airmanship skills across multi-faceted flying disciplines.
• Demonstrate exceptional communication abilities, effectively adapting instructional methods to support students of varying aptitudes and experience levels.
• Ensure the consistent delivery of a first-class, customer-focused service to all stakeholders.
• Collaborate proactively and effectively with cross-functional teams to optimize training outcomes and achieve operational objectives.
• Deliver compelling and informative presentations to diverse audiences, demonstrating strong presentational skills.
• Contribute to the development and continuous updating of courseware, incorporating emerging best practices and operational updates as required.
• Fully engage with and champion the Royal Air Force (RAF) Safety Culture in all operational activities and instructional practices.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Demonstrable previous experience as a Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI) within a military aviation environment.
• Possession of essential qualifications and/or recommendations from the Royal Air Force (RAF) Central Flying School (CFS).
• A valid UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) Commercial Pilot License (CPL).
• A current UK CAA Class 1 Medical Certificate.
• Proven ICAO English Language Proficiency (ELP) Level 4 or higher.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• Previous experience in a Basic Flying Training role, particularly on turbo-prop airframes, would be highly advantageous.

Training & Development:

• Type rating training will be provided as part of the role, ensuring comprehensive preparation for instructional duties.