Flight Instructor Job Description
Flight instructor
provides flight, simulator, and ground instruction in accordance with Bridgewater State University (BSU) flight training program and FAA policies and procedures.
Flight Instructor Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Conduct and debriefing of syllabus training for BFJT students
Conduct and debriefing of Staff Continuation training for QFIs, in accordance with Command Instructions
Maintaining and distributing appropriate sortie records
Maintaining a lively interest in and knowledge of defence matters in general, in order to play a part in the career development and guidance of junior officer student pilots
Complete any miscellaneous task related duties as specified by the Site Training Manager
To successfully achieve training and competency checks carried out on an annual basis
Trains and evaluates KA Pilots
Advises and assists KA on Huey II and general aviation training programs and SOP development
Conduct upgrade and continuation training for Ground School Instructors
Must be competent in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite programs, especially Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Flight Instructor Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Flight Instructor
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: FAA, ATP, EASA, II, CFII, UK, CBT, CFI, T-6
Education for Flight Instructor
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the flight instructor job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Aviation, Military, Education, Administration, Graduate, Technical, Intelligence, Conducting, Medical, Reading
Skills for Flight Instructor
Desired skills for flight instructor include:
Federal Aviation Regulations
Standard pilot training practices and all applicable information resources
Ability to coach others
Applicable Federal Aviation Regulations and Bridgewater State University administrative and operational policies and procedures
Business and management principles
Ability to apply effective instructional technique in the classroom and in flight
Appropriate Federal Aviation Regulations and related administrative and operational procedures and requirements
Combat aircraft aircrew operations and training to resolve complex planning
Coordination and development of requirements for multiple aircraft blocks
FAA and ICAO regulations pertinent to the host country and operational requirement
Desired experience for flight instructor includes:
Training device, and aircraft system operations applicable to crew position
Develop solutions, in collaboration with other team members and in accordance
With established procedure and policies/guidelines
Pursues continuous process improvements
Apply processes, quality assurance and standards to courseware development
Develops high performance aircraft specific training materials
Flight Instructor Examples
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Flight Instructor Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of flight instructor. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for flight instructor
- Help determine course content and student learning objectives
- Assist in preparation of user documentation and verify user documents against the planning software
- Evaluate training materials and recommend revisions to maintain course integrity
- In addition to local training support it may be required to conduct on-site training visits to other CONUS and OCONUS US air stations or possibly squadrons afloat
- Provide Subject Matter Expertise (SME) and technical support as needed to on-site fleet customers, remotely to off-site fleet customers, and to the Customer Support Center in Marlton, NJ
- Attend meetings with mission planning software developers and the fleet mission planning community act as a liaison between US military, project customer, developers, and program leads to provide advice and supporting data to correctly align training with the needs of the fleet
- After completion of instructor training, the candidate must demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the Fleet Manager or a
- Perform simulator operations and cadet ground training activities in accordance with KSA Company Flying Regulations and RSAF Rules and Regulations Raise reports on the performance of individual cadets and classes, departmental performance and other matters as required
- Identify safety risks and make mitigating recommendations to Senior Simulator Supervisor
- Perform duties and delegated tasks from the Senior Simulator Supervisor as directed
Qualifications for flight instructor
- Maintain a high level of proficiency in instructional methods, aircrew
- Perform analysis required to ensure products incorporate latest aircraft/machine technology interfaces
- Central Flying School (CFS) accredited Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI) of B1 or higher category
- Qualified as an instructor on Tucano or similar turbo-prop aircraft
- Holds a current CFS Tucano QFI Category
- Previous Basic Fast-Jet training experience with the UK Military
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Our company is hiring for a flight instructor. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for flight instructor
- Self-monitor fatigue levels and highlight any concerns to Simulator Supervisory staff
- Advise the Senior Simulator Supervisor of factors adversely affecting safe operations
- Responsible for conducting classroom instruction in aircraft systems
- Responsible for flight simulation instruction including flight procedures & techniques
- Conducts pre-flight & post flight briefings
- Conducts pilot proficiency checks (EASA, CFAR Part 91 & 135) in the flight simulator
- When designated, conducts FAA type rating certification in the flight simulator
- When designated, assist with courseware development in the training program to keep courses up to date, accurate & responsive to the client’s needs & desires
- To deliver tests to students – RT /MEP/Ground, PTs, 170a, etc if qualified to do so
- To provide general pilot services if required – ferrying of aircraft as non-bonus activities
Qualifications for flight instructor
- Understanding by all students
- Flying Instructional experience with the UK Military
- Knowledge of current UK airspace and operating procedures
- Central Flying School (CFS) accredited Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI)
- You have strong English communication skills
- Previous experience conducting aviation unit fielding and training programs is highly desired but not required
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Job Description Example
Our company is hiring for a flight instructor. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for flight instructor
- Flight training and evaluation of base, mission and additional tasks IAW the Aircrew Training Manual (ATM) and AASF Supported Unit Mission Essential Task List (METL)
- Planning and developing training plans for Readiness Level Progression of rated pilots
- Conducting refresher, mission and continuation training
- Acting as the POC and Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Standardization for internal and external surveys conducted by ARNG, NGB and DA inspection teams
- Developing, maintaining and reviewing the Aircrew Training Plan SOP
- Managing Individual Aircrew Training File(s) and training documentation utilizing CAFRS
- Performing as the Functional Check Pilot (FCP) in support of aircraft readiness
- Providing aircrew training and evaluation on Mission Equipment Package (MEP) and New Equipment Training (NET) items
- The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a civilian flight instructor and controller of substantially modified QF-16 Fighting Falcon Full-Scale Aerial Targets/drones
- Proficient in conducting all aspects of the Fleet Replacement Detachment, Cherry Point and Fleet Squadron syllabi for flight training on the KC-130J flight simulator
Qualifications for flight instructor
- Must possess a current US Tourist Passport
- Must have at least one (1) year as an instructor in some technical phase of aviation training
- Must be a rated Pilot, Flight Engineer, Navigator, or other flight crew member --and/or-- have had a minimum of three (3) years of maintenance or maintenance training experience on aircraft of the type used in commercial airline service
- Employee must be able to lift and carry 12O pounds 100 meters
- All employees must receive immunizations appropriate to the theater of operations prior to employment
- Individuals may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and work in close proximity to moving mechanical parts, aircraft, and vehicles
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Flight Instructor Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of flight instructor. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for flight instructor
- Evaluate and record student training/mission performance
- Assist in training device testing/evaluation associated with the introduction of new weapon systems or Engineering Change Proposals as they affect the training system
- Perform other tasks as designated by the Site Manager or his designee
- Must be fluent in English and posses the ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English
- Physical ability to walk, stand and sit for extended periods of time (4 hours), be able to climb 2 flights of stairs, to climb open graded ladders for cockpit access, to lift and carry 50 pounds
- Able to handle stressful training environment
- Applicant must be a US Citizen, possess the ability to obtain a US passport and must have and maintain a valid driver's license
- Provide support, facilitation, and instruction for ground training courses for pilots
- Facilitate courses including general subjects, pilot indoctrination, performance, and aircraft systems, in both a classroom setting and utlizing flight training devices such as a Virtual Procedures Trainer (VPT) or Flight Training Device (FTD)
- Develops and maintains lesson plans, instructor guides, and curriculum for classroom, home based, and computer based training
Qualifications for flight instructor
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, scientific, technical or business management disciplines AND 10 years of experience in providing Life Cycle Support to DoD programs / projects
- Experience as a U.S. Military Pilot, Flight Officer, or Navigator (preferably in the F/A-18 Hornet)
- Candidate should possess excellent writing and briefing skills including exceptional command of grammar and business communications skills
- Working knowledge in the development of learning objectives
- Weapons School Graduate (NFWS, FWS, MAWTS, SFTI)
- 2500+ hours Helicopter
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Our innovative and growing company is hiring for a flight instructor. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for flight instructor
- Coordinate with other company trainers on standardized information
- Teaches weekly Private Pilot Groundschool sessions
- Processes member paperwork relating to the club and flight training process
- Provides flight training to interns and other members
- Answers phones and responds to members questions
- Schedules and Performs discovery flights for prospective Club members
- Performs tasks related to the operation of a professional flight training operation
- Conduct flight simulator training for the Primary (T-6B) aircraft in all phases of training to include brief, debrief and associated paper work to complete all aspects of the students training requirements
- Conduct flight simulator training for the Primary / Advanced (TH-57) aircraft in all phases of training to include brief, debrief and associated paper work to complete all aspects of the students training requirements
- Provide lectures in all areas and phases of the Primary and/or Advanced aircraft training syllabus
Qualifications for flight instructor
- 1000+ hours Helicopter instruction given
- 100+ hours PIC single-pilot multi-engine helicopter
- Flight time in Bell products
- Knowledge of EASA regulations covering flight and simulator training
- Familiarity with ATO manuals and regulations covering ATO operations
- Current medical certificate