Cirrus Aircraft | Instructor

Job Title: Flight Instructor

Location: Knoxville, TN

Overview

The Flight Instructor provides industry-leading, learner-centric flight training to Cirrus customers. Operating from the premier Cirrus Services Center in Knoxville, TN, the instructor utilizes iconic Cirrus Aircraft SR and SF model airplanes. The role follows a structured, proprietary syllabus to deliver streamlined, high-quality instruction. The Flight Instructor reports directly to the Flight Operations Supervisor.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide expert flight and ground instruction in adherence to Cirrus policy and established safety procedures.
• Conduct training events, assess pilot performance (psychomotor, cognitive, and affective domains), and recommend students for FAA testing.
• Maintain meticulous training records and communicate pilot progression effectively.
• Act as Pilot in Command (PIC) for corporate flight operations, including demonstration, ferry, internal training, and post-maintenance flights.
• Perform pre-flight and post-flight inspections, including aircraft cleaning, fueling, and updating chart subscriptions.
• Ensure the highest standards of safety and professional customer service.
• Maintain deep subject matter expertise regarding the Cirrus Aircraft product line.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of two years of pilot experience.
• Flight Hours: Minimum of 750 dual-given hours OR 500 hours in Cirrus aircraft.
• Certifications: Current FAA Flight Instructor Certificate (Airplane Single Engine and Instrument Airplane).
• Pilot Requirements: Valid FAA Pilot Certificate; Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land; Instrument Airplane rating.
• Medical: Current Second-class Airman Medical Certificate or higher.
• Preferred Experience: Experience in congested airspace, mountain flying, extensive IMC, international flight, and night operations.

Core Competencies

Successful candidates will demonstrate effective communication, complex problem-solving, collaboration, decision-making quality, situational adaptability, accountability, and a commitment to developing talent.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan with employer match and 100% vesting.
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, vision, dental) and employer-paid life and disability insurance.
• Generous PTO policy (100 hours accrued in the first year).
• Professional development, including tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral bonuses and exclusive discounts.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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