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Current FAA Flight Instructor Certification (CFII) * Airplane Single engine * Instrument Airplane * Hold FAA Pilot Certificate * Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land * Instrument Airplane * Current ...

Current FAA Flight Instructor Certification (CFII) * Airplane Single engine * Instrument Airplane * Hold FAA Pilot Certificate * Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land * Instrument Airplane * Current ...

Flight Instructor 2

Alcoa, TN · On-site

$67K - $100K/yr

Current FAA Flight Instructor Certification (CFII) * Airplane Single engine * Instrument Airplane * Hold FAA Pilot Certificate * Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land * Instrument Airplane * Current ...

Current FAA CFII and second-class medical certificate required * At least 6 months of recent flight instruction experience required * At least 300 hours of logged flight instruction given required ...

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How much do cfii jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for cfii in Tennessee is $85,878.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,600.00 and $101,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a CFII?

A Certified Flight Instructor-Instrument (CFII) is a pilot certified to teach instrument flight rules (IFR) to students. CFIIs help pilots develop the skills needed to fly solely by reference to instruments, which is essential for poor visibility and advanced certifications. Their responsibilities include teaching ground lessons, conducting flight training, and preparing students for instrument rating exams.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a CFII?

To thrive as a Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument (CFII), you need advanced aviation knowledge, strong instructional abilities, and, at minimum, a commercial pilot certificate with instrument and CFII ratings. Familiarity with flight training devices, avionics, FAA regulations, and electronic logbook systems is crucial. Exceptional communication, patience, and situational awareness help CFII instructors support students and ensure a positive learning environment. These skills and qualities are vital for maintaining flight safety standards and effectively teaching complex instrument flying concepts.

What are the typical work hours and environment like for a CFII?

As a CFII, your work schedule can vary and often depends on student demand, weather conditions, and the operating hours of the flight school or training facility. You may conduct both ground and flight instruction sessions, sometimes early in the morning, late in the evening, or on weekends to accommodate student schedules. The work environment ranges from classroom and simulator settings to in-flight training in various aircraft under instrument flight rules (IFR). This role offers a unique mix of structured lesson planning, hands-on flying, and close collaboration with students and other instructors to foster aviation safety and skill development.

Infographic showing various Cfii job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 8% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,878 per year, or $41.3 per hour.

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8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

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Job description

Overview

The Flight Instructor provides industry-leading, learner-centric flight training to Cirrus customers. To meet the demands of discerning customers who look for the absolute best, training is provided in iconic Cirrus Aircraft SR and SF model airplanes at the premier Cirrus locations across the country. The training follows a structured syllabus with proprietary course material for streamlined training to support the learning process. Ancillary duties include identifying and communicating pilot progression and opportunities, record keeping, safety management, flight planning and preparation, lesson planning and preparation, complex problem solving, mastery of subject matter material, and recommending process improvements. Duties include acting as pilot in command of Cirrus aircraft while performing 14 CFR part 91 corporate flight operations (demonstration, repositioning, and post-maintenance flights) when needed, flight reviews, proficiency checks, and other similar pilot and flight instructor duties. The Cirrus Factory Direct instructor reports to the Flight Operations Supervisor.

Responsibilities
  • Adhere to all industry and Cirrus established safety procedures and policies when performing job duties
  • Provide excellent and professional customer service
  • Make timely and accurate decisions regarding safety of flight
  • Conduct training events following program guidance and requirements
  • Provide flight and ground instruction per standards defined in Cirrus policy and procedure documents.
  • Meticulously record all training event activities and results in pilot training records
  • Recommend students for FAA written and practical tests
  • Assess pilot performance in the psychomotor, cognitive, and affective domains for each training event
  • Discover opportunities to customize training events to fit individual student needs
  • Act as pilot in command of Cirrus aircraft while performing corporate flight missions, ferry flights, internal training flights, and demonstration flights
  • Perform normal pre-flight and post-flight inspections, clean, fuel, add oil and de-ice fluid, update chart subscriptions, etc.
  • Continuous learning of the latest developments in the Cirrus Aircraft line of aircraft products
  • Process and maintain a deep level of aircraft knowledge and be a model aviator, flight instructor, and Cirrus representative
  • Maintain communication with students as required pre- and post- training
  • Enhance flight safety by providing excellent, high quality, and standardized flight and ground instruction
  • All other duties as assigned
Qualifications
  • One year pilot experience required
  • 350 dual given hours or 250 hours in Cirrus required
  • Current FAA Flight Instructor Certification (CFII)
  • Airplane Single engine
  • Instrument Airplane
  • Hold FAA Pilot Certificate
  • Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land
  • Instrument Airplane
  • Current Second-class Airman Medical Certificate or higher
  • IFR in congested airspace, mountain flying, extensive IMC, international flight, and night experience preferred

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:

  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options
  • Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts: FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA
  • Well-being: Calm Health, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness incentives through medical provider
  • 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting at 1 year of service
  • PTO: Various PTO plans starting at 100 hours accrued within the first year
  • Additional Time off Benefits: Paid holidays, 2 weeks of Paid Parental leave, paid time for funeral leave and jury duty
  • Career Development: Tuition reimbursement program and professional growth opportunities
  • Exclusive Discounts: Cirrus Store, partner and marketplace discounts available
  • Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations

These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!

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