Flight Safety International | Instructor

Flight Instructor

About FlightSafety International

FlightSafety International stands as the world's premier professional aviation training company. Trusted by commercial, government, and military organizations worldwide, FlightSafety provides cutting-edge flight simulators, visual systems, displays, and unparalleled training solutions. With a global reach spanning 167 countries and independent territories, FlightSafety equips pilots, technicians, and aviation professionals with the highest caliber training available. The company boasts the world's largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and delivers award-winning maintenance training at strategically located Learning Centers and training facilities across the United States, Canada, France, and the United Kingdom.

Purpose of Position

The Flight Instructor is responsible for delivering exceptional ground and simulator flight instruction, adhering to stringent aviation regulations and FlightSafety Training principles.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive pilot ground and simulator training for clients participating in core, specialty, and enrichment training courses.
• Design and develop engaging training materials tailored to meet specific client needs and align with the applicable curriculum.
• Evaluate and measure trainee progress, recommending qualification or suggesting additional training as needed.
• Maintain accurate and detailed training records for each client, facilitating their successful achievement of training objectives.
• Proactively identify potential client training issues and seek appropriate assistance prior to training execution.
• Maintain Instructor qualifications in accordance with all regulatory requirements.

Minimum Experience

• Must be able and willing to participate in FlightSafety's DOT Drug and Alcohol testing program.
• Possession of an unrestricted ATP certificate, or an ICAO member state Airline Transport Pilot License.
• Candidates without an ATP certificate must meet the requirements outlined in 14 CFR part 61.153 and 14 CFR part 61.64 without a Supervised Operating Experience (SOE) limitation.
• A minimum of one unrestricted PIC type rating is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• FAR Part 135, FAR Part 121, or military training experience is highly desirable.
• A minimum of 2,500 hours of total flight time is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of aviation safety standards and practices.
• Strong understanding of common aviation regulations.
• Proven ability to effectively manage classes and deliver engaging instruction.
• First-level facilitation and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated coachability and openness to feedback for continuous professional development.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The role requires regular use of hands for fine motor skills, reaching with hands and arms, and clear verbal communication. The Flight Instructor may be required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and utilize taste or smell senses.

A full physical range of motion is necessary to operate rudder controls and anti-torque mechanisms with both feet, manipulate numerous controls within the simulator, and safely enter and exit the simulator device. The instructor must be able to move freely between the Instructor station, screen, and podium during classroom instruction and safely exit a malfunctioning simulator in a potentially severe pitched attitude. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The Flight Instructor must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The work environment may include proximity to moving mechanical parts, high places, and exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including wet or humid conditions, fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme temperatures, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation, and vibration.

Compensation and Benefits

FlightSafety International offers a competitive total rewards package commensurate with experience and qualifications. This package includes vacation time, sick leave, a 401k matching program, comprehensive healthcare coverage, and a variety of other valuable benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status. All qualified applicants will receive full consideration for employment.