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Gritter Francona

Jr. Trainer

Washington, DC · On-site +1

Gritter Francona is looking for a Jr. Trainer that will support the development, coordination ... The Jr. Trainer will support training activities throughout the pilot lifecycle, including Concept ...

Gritter Francona

Jr. Trainer

Washington, DC

Gritter Francona is looking for a Jr. Trainer that will support the development, coordination ... The Jr. Trainer will support training activities throughout the pilot lifecycle, including Concept ...

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ZDC Air Traffic Control Instructor-II

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$40K - $80K/yr

This position may provide mentoring for students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPO), and may ... The CTS Instructor is a hands-on position that requires the candidate to effectively and ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for a pilot instructor in Washington, DC is $116,701.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $95,100.00 and $143,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between A Pilot Instructor vs Flight Instructor?

AspectA Pilot InstructorFlight Instructor
CertificationsCommercial Pilot License (CPL), Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)Private Pilot License (PPL), Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Work EnvironmentFlight schools, airlines, corporate flight departmentsFlight schools, training academies
Employer & IndustryAviation training, airline industryFlight training, aviation education

While both roles involve flight training, a Pilot Instructor typically holds higher certifications like a Commercial Pilot License and may train pilots for airline or corporate roles. A Flight Instructor usually holds a Private Pilot License and focuses on training student pilots to obtain their initial licenses. Both roles are essential in aviation training but differ in certification levels and training scope.

How do you become a pilot instructor?

To become a pilot instructor, you must first obtain a commercial pilot certificate and accumulate the required flight hours, then earn an instructor certificate by passing written and practical exams from the aviation authority. Instructors typically need to demonstrate strong flying skills, knowledge of aviation regulations, and teaching ability, often gaining experience as a commercial pilot before qualifying to instruct others.

How long does it take to be a pilot instructor?

Becoming a pilot instructor typically requires obtaining a commercial pilot certificate, accumulating around 250 flight hours, and gaining experience as a pilot. The process usually takes several months to a year, depending on training schedules and individual progress, before qualifying to teach other pilots.

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Infographic showing various A Pilot Instructor job openings in Washington, DC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $116,701 per year, or $56.1 per hour.

Aviation - Adjunct Faculty

Community College of Baltimore County

Catonsville, MD • On-site

Part-time

Retirement

Re-posted 12 days ago

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8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

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Job description

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Catonsville, MD
Job Type: Adjunct Faculty
Job Number: 2026a-34
Division: Instruction
Department: School of Business, Technology and Law
Opening Date: 11/01/2025
Closing Date: 10/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Description
CCBC is the college of choice for over50,000 students and 200 businesses each year - all with unique goals, strengths and requirements. By offering a holistic learning environment that is both accepting and challenging, we meet students where they are and take them where they want to go. We offer the region's most expansive selection of degree, certificate and workplace certification programs at 3 campuses plus 3 convenient CCBC centers along with off-site community locations.
Teach a full range of aviation courses including aviation history, safety, air traffic control, aviation fundamentals, and air transportation. The position is under the supervision of the Dean, School of Business, Technology & Law.
Pay Level: $1085 per credit hour
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree or commensurate aviation experience and/or credentials and licenses to instruct in air traffic control as an Air Traffic Control Specialist (ATCS) and/or flight operations as a pilot or certificated flight or ground instructor (CFI) or Aircraft Dispatcher. Applicants must have a minimum of 3 years' experience in the aviation field. Teaching experience in collegiate aviation, technical expertise in flight simulation or air traffic control simulation systems will be advantageous. Related aviation certifications, and distance learning experience preferred.
Class Specific Essential Duties
Aviation program marketing and promotion, student advisement and counseling, hosting aviation events on campus, teaching assigned courses, assisting in the design and update of program curricula, and other college committees as assigned, and working in conjunction with the Aviation Program Coordinator in overseeing the success of the program.
CCBC Part Time Benefits At A Glance
BENEFIT SUMMARY
Supplemental (Retirement Annuities) 403(b) and 457(b)
  • Tax-sheltered annuities - 403(b). Payroll salary reduction authorization is needed. The form is available on SharePoint Forms/Human Resources Forms.
    The 403(b) supplemental retirement plan is available to all CCBC employees (Adjunct Faculty, Part Time Associates and Full Time employees).
  • Roth 403(b) is a savings feature that is available when you open a 403(b) account. The Roth 403(b) savings feature allows employees to contribute after-tax dollars and then withdraw tax-free dollars from their account upon retirement. The Roth 403(b) savings feature is only offered by the following vendors: TIAA-CREF and VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc. Adjunct Faculty, Part Time Associates and Full Time employees are eligible to save for retirement using the Roth 403(b) savings feature. Employees may contribute traditional pre-tax 403(b) dollars and Roth 403(b) post-tax dollars simultaneously. The savings limits are combined for the Traditional 403(b) and the Roth 403(b) contributions.
  • Deferred Compensation Plan - 457(b) offered through VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc. The 457(b) salary reduction authorization form is needed. The form is available on SharePoint Forms/Human Resources Forms.
Parking
Free. Must obtain a parking permit from the Department of Public Safety to use on all campuses.
Sick and Safe Leave
CCBC is pleased to offer paid sick and safe leave for part-time employees. Paid sick and safe leave is earned by all part-time employees including credit and non-credit adjunct faculty, part-time associates and other part-time employees.

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