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Cimarron

Flight Controller/Instructor

Austin, TX · On-site

$90K - $250K/yr

Europe Cimarron is offering a $1,000 referral bonus for all full-time hires! Key Duties: * Plan ... Provide real-time mission support as required, including console operations and team lead functions.

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Flight Training Instructor (SFI)

Miami, FL

Transparencia en el Pago No Discriminacion(Spanish) Airbus Miami | Flight Instructors The Airbus ... Currently there are both full time and more temporary, part time positions available.

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Flight Training Instructor (SFI)

Miami, FL · On-site

Transparencia en el Pago No Discriminacion (Spanish) Airbus Miami | Flight Instructors The Airbus ... Currently there are both full time and more temporary, part time positions available.

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What is the difference between Full Time Lead Flight Instructor vs Flight Instructor?

AspectFull Time Lead Flight InstructorFlight Instructor
CertificationsCommercial Pilot Certificate, Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), and often Certified Flight Instructor-Instrument (CFII)Private Pilot Certificate, Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Work EnvironmentLeads flight training programs, supervises other instructors, and manages training schedulesProvides flight instruction to students, conducts solo flights, and assists in training
Employer & Industry UsageFlight schools, aviation academies, and training centersFlight schools, flying clubs, and aviation training organizations

The main difference between a Full Time Lead Flight Instructor and a Flight Instructor is that the lead role involves supervising other instructors, managing training programs, and often holding additional certifications. Flight Instructors focus primarily on providing flight training to students. The lead instructor typically has more responsibilities and a higher level of certification, making them a key figure in flight training operations.

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Faculty Specialist I / Faculty Specialist II - Aviation Specialist - Tenure Track

Faculty Specialist I / Faculty Specialist II - Aviation Specialist - Tenure Track

Western Michigan University

Kalamazoo, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 6 days ago

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Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

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Job description

Position Details
Posting Summary
College
College Of Aviation
Executive Area
Provost & VP Academic Affairs
Department
College of Aviation
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F324P
Job Type
Tenure Track
Pay Type
Exempt/Salaried
Pay Grade
FS1/FS2
Campus Location
WMU-Battle Creek - College of Aviation
Salary Range
Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.
Number of Vacancies
2
General Summary
The College of Aviation at Western Michigan University invites applications for a fiscal year, tenure-track flight faculty position. As an Aviation Specialist-Lead Flight Instructor, applicants will have the opportunity to teach the next generation of pilots in state-of-the-art airplanes. Applicants will join a supportive and collegial environment that values collaboration among students, faculty, and staff. This position represents an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a dynamic academic community and to bring professional flight experience into the airplane to enhance student learning.
Major Duties
  • Serve as a full-time flight instructor, providing flight, simulation, and ground instruction to assigned/scheduled aviation flight students.
  • Assist with the training, standardization and mentoring of assigned temporary flight instructors.
  • Assist the assigned Chief Flight Instructor as needed/directed.
  • Assist the Student Progress Specialist in monitoring student progress.
  • Maintain accurate, timely records/reports regarding student progress.
  • Support the diverse curricula by maintaining the appropriate qualifications, proficiencies, and certificates to comply with governmental, organizational and accreditation requirements.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
  • FAA commercial pilot or airline transport pilot certificate with airplane SEL, MEL, and Instrument ratings.
  • First-class FAA medical certificate with at least second-class privileges.
  • Unexpired FAA Flight Instructor certificate with airplane single-engine and instrument ratings.

Desired Qualifications
  • Master's degree from an accredited institution.
  • Airline, military/governmental, charter, or corporate flight experience as PIC or SIC.
  • Multi-engine instructor rating
  • Collegiate FAR Part 141 aviation teaching experience.
  • Other FAA Certificate (Dispatch, A&P, etc.)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Special Instructions to Applicants
For Other documents, please submit copies of front and back of all FAA certificates.
Additional Position Information
  • WMU's College of Aviation has a storied 85-year history. With three distinct programs in flight, maintenance, and management, the College attracts students and faculty from all over the world. As a world-renowned program with one of the most modern fleets in collegiate aviation, WMU seeks to expand its students' aviation opportunities. The College of Aviation offers its employees generous educational benefits, opportunities to train the next generation of aviators, and an excellent quality of life.
  • There are multiple openings for this position. By applying to this posting, applicants will be considered for each position. Applicants may receive multiple email communications.
  • Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, go to: https://wmich.edu/hr/enrollment-faculty

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