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North Star Aviation

Check Instructor

Mankato, MN

$44K - $50K/yr

Attend meetings as scheduled by the Assistant Chief Flight Instructor (Standards). Be an ambassador to safety by following applicable FOM procedures, file reports using the current safety reporting ...

North Star Aviation

Check Instructor

Mankato, MN · On-site

$40K - $50K/yr

... the Assistant Chief Flight Instructor (Standards). • Be an ambassador to safety by following applicable FOM procedures, file reports using the current safety reporting system, attend periodic ...

Caeus

Deputy Chief Flight Instructor

Mesa, AZ · On-site

Supervise and assess flight instructors and examiners. * Ensure instructors maintain required qualifications and participate in ongoing professional development activities. * Implement and maintain ...

CAE, Inc.

Deputy Chief Flight Instructor

Mesa, AZ · On-site

Supervise and assess flight instructors and examiners. * Ensure instructors maintain required qualifications and participate in ongoing professional development activities. * Implement and maintain ...

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What are the primary responsibilities of an Assistant Chief Flight Instructor on a typical day?

An Assistant Chief Flight Instructor typically oversees and supports flight instructors, conducts student progress evaluations, and ensures adherence to training standards and safety protocols. Responsibilities may also include scheduling training flights, providing advanced instruction, running ground school sessions, and helping maintain training records. You'll work closely with the chief flight instructor, students, and staff to ensure efficient training operations. Collaboration and hands-on involvement are common, allowing you to make a direct impact on the quality and safety of the instruction provided.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Assistant Chief Flight Instructor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Chief Flight Instructor, you need extensive flight experience, strong instructional abilities, and relevant credentials such as FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) and often CFII or MEI ratings. Familiarity with flight training management software, aircraft scheduling systems, and proficiency with flight simulators are typically required. Excellent leadership, mentorship, communication, and problem-solving skills set standout candidates apart in this role. These skills and qualifications ensure the safe and effective training of student pilots, smooth operation of the flight school, and strong support of the chief flight instructor.

What does an Assistant Chief Flight Instructor do?

An Assistant Chief Flight Instructor (ACFI) supports the Chief Flight Instructor in managing flight training operations at a flight school. They help oversee instructor performance, ensure compliance with aviation regulations, and assist in curriculum development. Additionally, they may conduct flight and ground training, evaluate student progress, and ensure safety standards are met. Their role is crucial in maintaining high-quality training and fostering a safe learning environment for aspiring pilots.

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TES Certificated Flight Instructor

TES Certificated Flight Instructor

Auburn University

Auburn, AL • On-site

$33/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

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Job description

Overview
Auburn University is initiating a search for TES Certified Flight Instructors to provide flight training for Auburn University students enrolled in Professional Flight.
IMPORTANT - When submitting your application for consideration you will need to upload a copy of your certification(s) in the Additional Documents area of the application. Temporary FAA certificates are acceptable.
Temporary Employment Services (TES), a unit of the Auburn University Department of Human Resources, is an in-house support center established to meet the temporary employment needs of the university. TES provides qualified and dedicated temporary employees in a wide variety of occupations to meet the staffing needs throughout the campus. Temporary employees are hired for a variety of reasons with the most common being:
  • Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time
  • Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads
  • Assistance with special projects
  • Seasonal work
  • Emergencies

If you are looking for an employment opportunity, TES is a great way to showcase your professional skills and assist Auburn University while gaining valuable work experience within higher education.
AU student employees are not eligible for TES.
Responsibilities
  • Provide flight, aviation training device (simulator), and oral instruction in accordance with all AU Professional Flight and FAA procedures and practices. Prepare schedules, maintain records, and ensure that course objectives, standards, and minimums are met by each student in each flight course.
  • Promotes and instills the safety culture of AU Flight Education by adhering to all prescribed policies and procedures, bringing any safety-related issues to the attention of the Chief and Assistant Chief Flight Instructors, and working to instill a culture of safety in all their students.
  • Ensures each assigned student is scheduled in accordance with the student's flight training schedule on the days and time blocks established. Schedules assigned students to make up any missed lessons, or to accommodate additional availability the student may have.
  • Perform the duties of a certificated flight instructor as authorized by the Federal Aviation Administration in accordance with the FAA-approved Training Course Outlines:
    • Regularly schedule each assigned student to ensure satisfactory progress through the course and immediately inform assigned Assistant Chief Flight Instructor of any delays in training or satisfactory progress.
    • Accurately maintain all appropriate records, which includes student training records, student logbook, and computer records.
    • Ensure that course objectives, standards, and minimums are met by all assigned students as prescribed in the applicable Training Course Outline.
    • Adequately prepare assigned students for Stage Checks, End-of-Course Tests, and FAA Practical Tests.
    • Be responsible for the timely course completion of all students assigned including completion of required documentation.
    • Monitor the maintenance condition and airworthiness status of the training aircraft and inform fleet maintenance personnel and/or supervisor of any discrepancies.
    • File safety reports as necessary to report any observed safety concerns or situations that may adversely affect aviation safety.
    • Attend administrative, standardization, currency training, and instructor meetings as assigned.
    • Complete all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Level I: CFII requires Flight Instructor Airplane Single-Engine/Instrument-Airplane certification - $33 per hour
Level II: MEI requires Flight Instructor Airplane Single-Engine/Instrument-Airplane/Multi-Engine Airplane certification - $35 per hour
Level III: Flight Standards requires Flight Instructor Airplane Single-Engine/Instrument-Airplane certification - $36-38 per hour
All Levels require a current Third Class FAA Medical Certification
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must demonstrate piloting proficiency and instructing ability during initial standardization training. Ability to work well under pressure in a busy environment, congested airspace, and be able to exercise proper aeronautical decision making.
Why Work at Auburn?
  • Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
  • Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
  • We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
  • Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
  • A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

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