Textron Aviation | Instructor

About the Role

Textron Aviation is seeking a Flight Instructor for its 2027 Summer Internship program, located in Wichita, Kansas. This paid, onsite role involves serving as a flight and ground-school instructor for general aviation aircraft, providing classroom and in-aircraft instruction while developing essential aviation career skills within FAA and ICAO regulations.

About the Employer

Textron Aviation operates a flying club and offers a comprehensive summer internship experience focused on mentorship, training, and hands-on project work.

About the Role

• Act as a flight and ground-school instructor for club members and fellow interns.
• Conduct classroom instruction and flight training, focusing on creating strong aviation experiences.
• Operate company and club aircraft in compliance with FAA and ICAO regulations.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of relevant aircraft models, systems, avionics, and equipment.
• Attend required training and perform administrative tasks such as answering phones and processing paperwork.
• Adhere to and support club policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Prioritize safety in all operations.

Requirements

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management or a related field with at least sophomore standing.
• Possess an FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument rating and single-engine land.
• Hold an FAA Flight Instructor Certificate (CFI) and FAA Flight Instructor Instrument Certificate (CFII).
• Hold an FAA Second Class medical certificate or better, with the ability to obtain an FAA First Class medical.
• Minimum 200 hours of Pilot in Command (PIC) flight time.
• At least 50 hours of PIC flight time within the previous 12 months.
• Minimum 50 hours of dual instruction given.
• Minimum 25 hours of night flight time.
• Minimum 25 hours of instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) flight time.
• Possess a multi-engine land rating.
• Hold FAA complex and high-performance endorsements.
• Previous classroom experience as a ground instructor.
• Familiarity with digital/glass flight decks.
• Must be authorized to work lawfully in the U.S. for Textron Aviation at the time of application.
• Visa sponsorship is not available.
• Must be able to work onsite for the entire internship duration.
• Must be able to meet U.S. export-control eligibility requirements.

Benefits

• Paid, full-time 10-week summer internship with a prepaid stipend.
• Mentorship, training, and development opportunities.
• Real project work and hands-on experience.
• Service time credited toward 401(k) vesting upon full-time employment.
• Alternative work schedules at select locations.