FlightSafety International: The Global Leader in Aviation Training
Overview of FlightSafety International
FlightSafety International stands as the world's premier professional aviation training organization, globally recognized for supplying cutting-edge flight simulators, visual systems, and advanced displays to commercial airlines, government entities, and military organizations. The company is deeply committed to delivering excellence, offering comprehensive training programs for pilots, maintenance technicians, and various aviation professionals hailing from 167 countries and independent territories. Operating the industry's largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators, FlightSafety maintains award-winning Learning Centers and training locations across the United States, Canada, France, and the United Kingdom.
Position Summary
The Aviation Flight Instructor Specialist is entrusted with the mission of delivering exceptional ground school and flight simulator instruction. This critical role ensures that all training is executed to the highest standard of excellence, adhering strictly to relevant aviation regulations and the proprietary FlightSafety Training principles.
Core Responsibilities and Duties
The Flight Instructor performs the following essential duties:
Conducts comprehensive pilot training sessions, encompassing ground school and advanced simulator instruction for clients enrolled in core, specialty, or enrichment courses.
Develops, prepares, and adapts instructional materials to ensure optimal delivery and alignment with client requirements and established curriculum guidelines.
Systematically evaluates and measures trainee progression, providing informed recommendations regarding qualification status or the necessity for additional remedial training.
Maintains meticulous and precise training records specific to each client, thereby supporting the successful achievement of mandated training objectives.
Proactively identifies potential training impediments or client issues, seeking appropriate assistance for timely resolution prior to program execution.
Ensures continuous adherence to all required regulatory standards necessary for maintaining Instructor qualifications.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Minimum Requirements
Possession of an unrestricted Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate or an equivalent Airline Transport Pilot License issued by an ICAO member state.
Candidates without an ATP must satisfy the requirements stipulated under 14 CFR part 61.153 and 14 CFR part 61.64, without a Supervised Operating Experience (SOE) limitation.
Holds a minimum of one unrestricted Pilot in Command (PIC) type rating.
Must successfully participate in FlightSafety International's Department of Transportation (DOT) Drug and Alcohol testing program.
Preferred Experience
Significant operational experience gained under FAR Part 135, FAR Part 121, or prior military aviation training experience is highly desirable.
A minimum of 2,500 hours of total flight time is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
The successful candidate possesses:
In-depth knowledge of aviation safety standards and industry best practices.
Proficiency in common aviation regulations governing flight operations and training.
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage classroom dynamics and deliver instructional content efficiently.
Competent first-level facilitation and instructional delivery skills.
Exemplary first-level customer service skills focused on client success.
A high degree of coachability, coupled with the proven ability to integrate feedback for continuous professional development.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
This role requires physical agility and dexterity necessary to operate complex simulation equipment. Specific physical activities include reaching, handling controls, and manipulating rudder or anti-torque controls with both feet. The Instructor must be able to move efficiently within the classroom and the Simulator device, including accessing and exiting via the provided ramp and the ability to safely exit a malfunctioned Simulator while it is positioned at a severely pitched attitude. The role demands specific vision abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, along with the ability to adjust focus. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds (regularly up to 10 pounds). The work environment involves exposure to various conditions, including proximity to moving mechanical parts, occasional work in high or precarious places, temperature extremes, and the potential for limited exposure to fumes, chemicals, or vibration.