Flight Instructor Position at FlightSafety International

FlightSafety International, the world's premier professional aviation training company, seeks a highly skilled and experienced Flight Instructor to deliver exceptional ground and simulator flight instruction. As a global leader providing training to pilots, technicians, and other aviation professionals across 167 countries, FlightSafety operates the world's largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and award-winning maintenance training facilities.

Purpose of the Position:

The Flight Instructor will provide superior ground and simulator flight instruction, adhering strictly to all aviation regulations and FlightSafety's established training principles.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Conduct comprehensive pilot ground and simulator training for clients enrolled in core, specialty, or enrichment courses.
Develop and prepare high-quality training materials tailored to client needs and aligned with the relevant curriculum.
Evaluate trainee progress rigorously, providing constructive feedback and recommending appropriate qualification pathways or further training as needed.
Maintain meticulously accurate training records for each client, facilitating their successful attainment of training objectives.
Proactively identify and address client training issues, seeking assistance when necessary.
Maintain current Instructor qualifications, ensuring full compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

An unrestricted Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate, or an equivalent Airline Transport Pilot License issued by an ICAO member state.
If an ATP certificate is not held, the candidate 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 Pilot-in-Command (PIC) type rating.
Preferred: Experience in FAR Part 135, FAR Part 121 operations, or military training environments.
Preferred: 2,500 hours of total flight time.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

In-depth knowledge of aviation safety standards and best practices.
Thorough understanding of common aviation regulations.
Proven ability to effectively manage training classes and deliver engaging instruction.
Demonstrated first-level facilitation and customer service skills.
Willingness to accept coaching and constructive feedback for continuous professional development.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The Flight Instructor position requires a wide range of physical capabilities, including the ability to: reach, exert pressure, and manipulate controls using both feet and hands; enter and exit simulators; move between instructor stations, screens, and podiums; and manage potential egress from a malfunctioning simulator in various attitudes. The role involves lifting and/or moving objects weighing up to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds regularly. Exposure to moving mechanical parts, potentially hazardous conditions (including extreme temperatures and weather), and various chemicals is possible. Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus, are essential.

FlightSafety International is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.