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Flight Instructor 4

Alcoa, TN

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 ...

Cirrus Aircraft

Flight Instructor 4

Alcoa, TN

$101K - $166K/yr

The Cirrus Factory Direct instructor reports to the Flight Operations Supervisor. * Adhere to all industry and Cirrus established safety procedures and policies when performing job duties * Provide ...

Vectored Approach

Flight Instructor

Austin, TX · On-site

$46 - $55/hr

With state-of-the-art facilities, advanced Cirrus aircraft, and the latest technology, we deliver ... Position Overview As a Flight Instructor at Vectored Approach, you will play a pivotal role in ...

Cirrus Aircraft

FAA Training Program Manager

Alcoa, TN

$117K - $175K/yr

FAA Flight Instructor required. * Type Rating Examiner experience required * Must have experience ... Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including: * Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical ...

Cirrus Aircraft

FAA Training Program Manager

Alcoa, TN · Hybrid

FAA Flight Instructor required. * Type Rating Examiner experience required * Must have experience ... Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including: * Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical ...

Cirrus Aircraft

Sales Engineer - Vision Jet

Alcoa, TN

$103K - $154K/yr

... instructor preferred. * Travel required. Must have a valid driver's license to operate a motor ... Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including: * Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical ...

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Sales Engineer - Vision Jet

Alcoa, TN

... instructor preferred. * Travel required. Must have a valid driver's license to operate a motor ... Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including: * Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical ...

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As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for cirrus instructor in the United States is $23.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Cirrus Instructor job?

A Cirrus Instructor is a flight instructor who specializes in training pilots to operate Cirrus Aircraft safely and efficiently. They typically hold a Cirrus Standardized Instructor Pilot (CSIP) or Cirrus Training Center Instructor (TCI) credential, ensuring expertise in the aircraft's unique avionics, safety systems, and flight characteristics. Cirrus Instructors provide flight training, transition courses, and proficiency training to pilots at all experience levels. Their focus is on enhancing safety and maximizing the use of Cirrus' advanced technology, such as the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS).

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

To thrive as a Cirrus Instructor, you need in-depth knowledge of aviation principles, advanced piloting proficiency, and experience specifically with Cirrus aircraft, supported by a commercial pilot's license and Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) rating. Familiarity with Cirrus Perspective avionics, safety systems like CAPS (Cirrus Airframe Parachute System), and flight planning technologies is essential. Strong communication, patience, and instructional skills help build student confidence and tailor lessons to individual learning styles. These qualities ensure effective training, safety, and a positive learning environment for aspiring pilots.

What types of students or clients will I typically work with as a Cirrus Instructor?

As a Cirrus Instructor, you'll work with a broad range of clients, including new pilots seeking their private pilot license, experienced pilots transitioning to Cirrus aircraft, and current Cirrus owners pursuing advanced ratings or recurrent training. You may instruct individuals one-on-one, conduct group seminars, or provide flight reviews and proficiency checks. Many Cirrus clients value high-quality, scenario-based instruction with a strong emphasis on safety and innovative avionics. This diverse student base offers continual learning opportunities and keeps the instructional experience dynamic and engaging.

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Infographic showing various Cirrus Instructor job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 12% As Needed, 25% Full Time, 27% Temporary, 34% Contract, 1% Nights, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,145 per year, or $23.6 per hour.
Flight Instructor 4

Flight Instructor 4

Cirrus Aircraft

Alcoa, TN

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

Cirrus Aircraft rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 54 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

21st of 61 rated aerospace companies

Job description

OverviewThe 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 Services Center in Knoxville, TN. 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
  • Three year's pilot experience required
  • 1000 dual given hours or 750 hours in Cirrus required
  • SF50 Type rating preferred; ATP certificate preferred
  • Current FAA Flight Instructor Certificate
  • 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
  • Meet ATP Single Engine requirements as outlined in the FAR 61.159 (1,500 total time, 500 XC, 100 Night, 75 Instrument, 250 Airplane PIC)
  • 100 hours turbine time or experience currently employed as a pilot by Cirrus

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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