Cirrus Aircraft | Instructor

Flight Instructor

Cirrus Aircraft, a global leader in personal aviation and the maker of the best-selling SR Series piston aircraft and the Vision Jet™, seeks a dedicated and highly skilled Flight Instructor. The selected individual will embody Cirrus's commitment to innovation, quality, and safety by providing exceptional, learner-centric flight training to its valued clientele. This is an opportunity to shape the future of aviation within a company renowned for its groundbreaking technologies, such as the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System® (CAPS®). With over 16 million flight hours recorded, Cirrus remains committed to providing the safest and most innovative aircraft in personal aviation.

Job Summary

The Flight Instructor will deliver industry-leading instruction, adhering to a structured syllabus with proprietary course material designed to enhance the learning process. Beyond direct instruction, this role encompasses various critical responsibilities, including assessing and documenting pilot progression, maintaining impeccable safety standards, meticulous flight planning, and contributing to process improvements. This professional will also serve as pilot-in-command for corporate flight operations, proficiency checks, and other essential duties as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to all industry and Cirrus established safety procedures and policies while performing job duties.
• Provide exceptional and professional customer service at all times.
• Make timely and accurate decisions regarding the safety of flight.
• Conduct training events following program guidance and requirements.
• Provide standardized flight and ground instruction as defined by Cirrus policy and procedure.
• Meticulously record all training event activities and results in pilot training records.
• Recommend students for FAA written and practical tests.
• Assess pilot performance across psychomotor, cognitive, and affective learning domains.
• Customize training to fit individual student needs.
• Serve as pilot-in-command for corporate flights, ferry flights, internal training flights, and demonstration flights.
• Perform pre-flight and post-flight inspections, maintenance tasks, and aircraft servicing.
• Engage in continuous learning to stay current with all Cirrus Aircraft product lines.
• Act as a model aviator, flight instructor, and Cirrus representative.
• Maintain communication with students as required, both before and after training.
• Enhance flight safety by providing excellent, high-quality, and standardized flight and ground instruction.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To succeed in this role, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Possess a current FAA Flight Instructor Certificate (Airplane Single Engine and Instrument Airplane).
• Hold an FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate (Airplane Single Engine Land and Instrument Airplane).
• Maintain a current Second-Class Airman Medical Certificate or higher.
• Preferred experience includes IFR in congested airspace, mountain flying, extensive IMC, international flight, and night operations.
• Flight Instructor II: One year of pilot experience and 350 total instruction hours or 250 Cirrus instruction hours required.
• Flight Instructor III: Two years of pilot experience and 750 total instruction hours or 500 Cirrus instruction hours required.
• (Note: Flight Instructor levels are determined by a variety of factors, including the applicant's experience and current company needs).

Competencies

The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional abilities in:

• Communication: Develops and delivers clear communications tailored to diverse audiences.
• Problem-Solving: Effectively manages complex information to solve problems efficiently.
• Collaboration: Builds partnerships to achieve shared goals.
• Decision Making: Makes sound, timely decisions that support the organization's progress.
• Adaptability: Adjusts approach and demeanor in dynamic situations.
• Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for commitments.
• Talent Development: Actively develops people to meet their career aspirations and organizational objectives.

Benefits

Cirrus Aircraft offers an extensive benefits package, including:

• 401(k) Plan with a dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with immediate vesting.
• Employer-paid group term life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, vision, and dental options.
• Free health tracking with rewards for meeting health goals.
• Generous PTO: 120 hours accrued within the first year.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
• Exclusive discounts with partner and marketplace vendors.
• Access to company and employee clubs across various locations.

Additional Information

This position is located in Knoxville, Tennessee, home to the Cirrus Vision Center Campus. Knoxville provides a vibrant environment with outdoor activities, a thriving downtown, live music, culture, and diverse dining experiences.

Cirrus Aircraft is an equal opportunity employer committed to a drug-free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Note: This job description is intended to provide an overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for this position and is not exhaustive. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time without notice.