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Instructor Pilot

Bridgewater, VA

$75K - $85K/yr

... flight crew environment. Compensation and Perks: * Pay (hourly), estimated year 1 annual earnings ... Operations conducted at a fixed base, occasional travel * Full time position * Comprehensive ...

Dynamic Aviation

Instructor Pilot

Bridgewater, VA · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

... flight crew environment. Compensation and Perks: * Pay (hourly), estimated year 1 annual earnings ... Operations conducted at a fixed base, occasional travel * Full time position * Comprehensive ...

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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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Pilot-Flight Standards and Evaluation

Western Michigan University

Kalamazoo, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 23 days ago

Western Michigan University rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 30 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

486th of 618 rated colleges and universities

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
S1674P
Job Type
Full Time, Regular
Pay Type
Exempt/Salaried
Pay Grade
G
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
Multiple
General Summary
  • Ensures standardization of flight instructors through maintaining documents, training profiles, and evaluation checks.

Major Duties
  • Assists in the development of standardization of new-hire and recurrent training of flight instructors.
  • Develops and maintains standardization practices and publications.
  • Conducts and documents evaluations of flight instructors and certifies their qualifications to provide flight instruction.
  • Audits instructional practices for University standards compliance and federal aviation requirements.
  • Provides ground and in-flight progress evaluations and occasional specialty flight instruction.
  • Assists in executing safety related initiatives for flight operations.
  • Participates in post-incident debriefs. Provides training and policy change recommendations as applicable.
  • Trains and evaluates staff, student, and temporary employees.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited institution, or a Bachelor's degree in a non-related field from an accredited institution combined with relevant experience.
  • Three year's relevant experience.
  • Supervisory or lead experience.
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Aviation industry experience.
  • Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) pilot certification; Commercial Pilot, Airplane Single Engine Land (ASEL), Airplane Multi Engine Land (AMEL), Instrument Airplane.
  • FAA Instructor certification; Certified Flight Instructor, Airplane Single Engine (ASE), Instrument Airplane.
  • Pilot and instrumental ratings for relevant aircraft
  • Must meet FAA physical and medical standards for flight licensure.
  • Hold at least an FAA 2nd class medical; and have dexterity to fly WMU primary aircraft trainers (single engine and multi engine) from both pilot positions and accommodate weight and balance for at least 70% of the student population with standard fuel loads. As a reference, considering the average weight of our students and our current fleet, flight instructors could weigh up to approximately 260lbs.
  • Ability to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including evenings and weekends.

Desired Qualifications
Special Instructions to Applicants
  • External applicants should use the WMU - Application.
  • Internal applicants should use the WMU - Internal Application.

Additional Position Information
  • 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.
  • A physical examination may be administered by the employer's designated physician.
  • 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://www.wmich.edu/hr/enrollment-staff
  • Staff Compensation System pay grades and rates are available at: https://wmich.edu/hr/staffcompensation

Physical requirements and working conditions
  • Light work with some physical demands such as continuously lifting or moving materials less than 25 pounds, but rarely moving more than 25 to 50 pounds.
  • Work is performed with exposure to any number of elements which may occasionally require some precautions such as safety glasses, protective clothing, ear protection, etc.
  • Must be available to provide instruction or serve as pilot-in-command outside of normal business hours.

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