Flight Instructor
Cirrus Aircraft, the global leader in personal aviation and the maker of the best-selling SR Series piston aircraft and the Vision Jet™, seeks a qualified and enthusiastic Flight Instructor to provide industry-leading flight training to its discerning clientele. As the recipient of the 2017 Robert J. Collier Trophy, Cirrus Aircraft is committed to delivering an aviation experience that is the pinnacle of innovation, quality, and safety.
The Flight Instructor delivers learner-centric flight training in iconic Cirrus Aircraft SR models at premier Cirrus Services Centers across the USA, utilizing a structured syllabus and proprietary course material designed to streamline the learning process. In addition to instruction, the Flight Instructor acts as pilot in command of Cirrus aircraft while performing 14 CFR part 91 corporate flight operations, including demonstration, repositioning, and post-maintenance flights, when needed. Further responsibilities include conducting flight reviews, proficiency checks, and other related pilot and flight instructor duties, reporting to the Flight Operations Supervisor.
Responsibilities:
- Adhere to all industry and Cirrus established safety procedures and policies.
- Provide excellent and professional customer service.
- Make timely and accurate decisions regarding flight safety.
- Conduct training events following program guidance and requirements.
- Provide flight and ground instruction per standards defined in Cirrus policy and procedure documents.
- Meticulously record all training event activities and results in pilot training records.
- Recommend students for FAA written and practical tests.
- Assess pilot performance in the psychomotor, cognitive, and affective domains for each training event.
- Discover opportunities to customize training events to fit individual student needs.
- Act as pilot in command of Cirrus aircraft while performing corporate flight missions, ferry flights, internal training flights, and demonstration flights.
- Perform normal pre-flight and post-flight inspections, clean, fuel, add oil and de-ice fluid, update chart subscriptions, etc.
- Continuously learn the latest developments in the Cirrus Aircraft product line.
- Process and maintain a deep level of aircraft knowledge and exemplify a model aviator, flight instructor, and Cirrus representative.
- Maintain communication with students as required pre- and post-training.
- Enhance flight safety by providing excellent, high-quality, and standardized flight and ground instruction.
- Identify and communicate pilot progression and opportunities.
- Perform record keeping, safety management, flight planning and preparation, lesson planning and preparation.
- Engage in complex problem-solving and demonstrate mastery of subject matter material.
- Recommend process improvements.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- One year of pilot experience is required.
- 350 dual given hours, or 250 dual given hours in Cirrus, are required.
- Current FAA Flight Instructor Certificate is required.
- Airplane Single Engine rating is required.
- Instrument Airplane rating is required.
- Hold FAA Pilot Certificate is required.
- Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land rating is required.
- Instrument Airplane rating is required.
- Current Second-class Airman Medical Certificate or higher is required.
- IFR experience in congested airspace, mountain flying, extensive IMC, international flight, and night experience are preferred.
Competencies:
- Communicates Effectively
- Manages Complexity
- Collaborates
- Decision Quality
- Situational Adaptability
- Ensures Accountability
- Develops Talent
Cirrus Aircraft is dedicated to the advancement of general aviation and offers a competitive benefits package, including the Cirrus Flying Club which allows employees and their family members the opportunity to obtain their private pilot’s license. Cirrus is committed to investing in the future of its employees through professional development and career progression opportunities.
Benefits:
- 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
- Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
- Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
- Generous PTO: 120 hours accrued within the first year.
- Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
- Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
- Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
- Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.
*Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.
*Cirrus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.