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 from 167 countries and territories, 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. This role is crucial in ensuring the highest standards of aviation safety and proficiency amongst our diverse clientele.
Responsibilities and Tasks:
- Conduct comprehensive ground and simulator training for pilots enrolled in core, specialty, or enrichment courses.
- Develop and prepare high-quality training materials tailored to client needs, ensuring alignment with the relevant curriculum.
- Evaluate trainee progress rigorously, providing constructive feedback and recommending appropriate qualification or further training as needed.
- Maintain meticulous and accurate training records for each client, contributing to their overall success in achieving stated objectives.
- Proactively identify potential training issues and seek assistance before impacting instruction.
- Uphold and maintain all required Instructor qualifications in accordance with current regulatory standards.
Minimum Requirements:
- Must successfully participate in FlightSafety's DOT Drug and Alcohol testing program.
- Possession of 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 is required.
- Preferred: Experience in FAR Part 135, FAR Part 121 operations, or military flight training.
- Preferred: A minimum of 2,500 hours total flight time.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Demonstrated knowledge of aviation safety standards and best practices.
- Comprehensive understanding of relevant aviation regulations.
- Exceptional teaching and classroom management skills.
- Strong facilitation skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Willingness to receive constructive feedback and actively participate in professional development.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
This position requires a wide range of physical motion, including reaching, exerting pressure, and manipulating controls within the simulator and classroom environment. The ability to enter and exit the simulator via the provided ramp, move between instructor stations, and manage equipment is essential. The role may involve lifting up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 10 pounds regularly. The work environment may include exposure to moving mechanical parts, high places, varying weather conditions, fumes, airborne particles, and potential hazards. Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus, are required.
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.