20 October 2026
FlightSafety International | Instructor
Seattle, United States
FlightSafety International is seeking an experienced Flight Instructor to join their team in Seattle, WA. This role involves delivering comprehensive ground and simulator instruction to pilots, adhering to stringent aviation regulations and FlightSafety's established training methodologies. The successful candidate will contribute to pilot development through core, specialty, and enrichment courses.
About the Role
- Deliver exceptional ground and simulator flight instruction aligned with aviation regulations and FlightSafety Training principles.
- Conduct pilot ground and simulator training for clients enrolled in core, specialty, or enrichment courses.
- Develop and prepare training materials relevant to the applicable curriculum and client requirements.
- Evaluate trainee progress, assess qualification readiness, and recommend necessary training.
- Maintain accurate client-specific training records.
- Proactively identify and address client training issues.
- Ensure ongoing maintenance of instructor qualifications as per regulatory standards.
Requirements
- 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.
- Applicants without an ATP must meet the requirements of 14 CFR part 61.153 and 14 CFR part 61.64 without a Supervised Operating Experience (SOE) limitation.
- Hold a minimum of one unrestricted Pilot-in-Command (PIC) type rating.
- Knowledge of aviation safety standards, practices, and regulations.
- Proficiency in class management and effective teaching methodologies.
- Demonstrated facilitation and customer service skills.
- Coachability and receptiveness to feedback.
- Physical ability to operate simulator and classroom controls, including rudder or anti-torque controls, and navigate the simulator environment.
- Required vision capabilities including close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
- Ability to regularly lift or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds.
- Willingness to work in environments that may involve moving mechanical parts, heights, varying weather conditions, fumes, chemicals, extreme temperatures, electrical shock, radiation, and vibration.
- Employment is contingent upon compliance reviews, OFAC sanctions requirements, export-control eligibility under ITAR or EAR, and potentially obtaining/maintaining a U.S. Government security clearance.
Qualifications
- Preferred experience in FAR Part 135, FAR Part 121, or military training.
- Preferred total flight time: 2,500 hours.
- Regulatory minimum total flight time: 1,500 hours.
Benefits
- Competitive total rewards package including vacation, sick leave, 401k match, and healthcare coverage.
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