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Embryriddle

Assistant Chief Flight Instructor

Prescott, AZ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Verify student eligibility at the beginning of each assigned ground school section. * Meet with Students/Family regarding training progress. * Participate in New Hire instructor hiring process as ...

Caeus

PC-12 NGX Instructor Pilot

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The PC-12 NGX Instructor delivers ground school and simulator training for Initial, Recurrent, and Specialty courses. This role prioritizes each customer's progress by tailoring instruction to ...

CAE, Inc.

PC-12 NGX Instructor Pilot

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The PC-12 NGX Instructor delivers ground school and simulator training for Initial, Recurrent, and Specialty courses. This role prioritizes each customer's progress by tailoring instruction to ...

Lockheed Martin Corporation

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Contract Instructor Pilot will instruct pilots in flight procedures and techniques in ground school courses and flight training. Prepares lesson plans. Acts as a subject matter expert by applying ...

SpektreWorks, Inc.

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UAS Operator / Pilot

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$75K - $135K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... instructor. * Experience developing and delivering technical training for UAS operators and maintainers. * Experience instructing customers on mission planning software, ground control stations ...

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How much do ground instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for ground instructor in Arizona is $27.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.80 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a ground instructor?

A Ground Instructor is a certified aviation professional responsible for teaching ground school subjects to student pilots or other aviation personnel. They provide instruction on topics like aerodynamics, navigation, weather, and FAA regulations, helping students prepare for written exams and flight training. Ground Instructors do not conduct flight training but play a crucial role in ensuring students have the necessary theoretical knowledge for safe and effective flight operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a ground instructor?

To thrive as a Ground Instructor, you need a thorough understanding of aviation theory, regulations, and instructional techniques, typically supported by an FAA Ground Instructor certificate. Familiarity with flight training software, learning management systems, and aviation simulation tools is common in this role. Strong communication, patience, and adaptability are crucial soft skills for effectively teaching diverse student groups. These skills are vital to ensure students gain the knowledge and readiness needed for safe and successful flight training.

What are the typical work schedules and environments for ground instructors?

Ground Instructors usually work at flight schools, aviation academies, or aerospace training centers, with schedules that may include evenings or weekends to accommodate student availability. The environment is often classroom-based, but may also extend to simulation labs or one-on-one sessions. Instructors collaborate closely with flight instructors and training managers to coordinate curriculum and student progress. This structure allows for a blend of independent teaching and teamwork, creating a dynamic and supportive learning atmosphere.

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Infographic showing various Ground Instructor job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,754 per year, or $27.3 per hour.

Flight Instructor

FlightSafety International

Tucson, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

FlightSafety International rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

17th of 223 rated education and training

Job description

About FlightSafety International
FlightSafety International is the world's premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world's largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and award-winning maintenance training at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Canada, France and the United Kingdom.
Purpose of Position
The Flight Instructor delivers exceptional ground and simulator flight instruction in accordance with aviation regulations and FlightSafety Training principles.
Tasks and Responsibilities
  • Conduct pilot ground and simulator training for clients receiving core, specialty or enrichment training courses.
  • Develop and prepare training materials that support training delivery to meet the client needs in accordance with the applicable curriculum.
  • Evaluate and measure trainee progress and recommend for qualification, or additional training.
  • Complete accurate training records specific to each client, aiding their success in achieving the requested objective(s).
  • Identify client training issues and seek assistance prior to execution.
  • Maintain Instructor qualifications in accordance with regulatory requirements.

Minimum Experience
  • Must be able and willing to participate in FlightSafety's DOT Drug and Alcohol testing program
  • An unrestricted ATP certificate, or an ICAO member state Airline Transport Pilot License
  • If no ATP, must meet the requirements of:
  • 14 CFR part 61.153
  • 14 CFR part 61.64 without a Supervised Operating Experience (SOE) limitation.
  • A minimum of one unrestricted PIC type rating;
  • Preferred: FAR Part 135, FAR Part 121, or military training experience;
  • Preferred: 2,500 hours of total flight time

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
  • Knowledge of aviation safety standards and practices
  • Knowledge of common aviation regulations
  • Ability to manage classes and teach effectively
  • First-level facilitation skills
  • First-level customer service skills
  • Ability to be coachable and receive feedback to support development

Physical Demands and Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee may be required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
Must possess physical range of body motion to perform the following: Reach, exert pressure and manipulate the rudder controls and/or anti-torque with both feet. Reach and manipulate numerous controls within the Simulator device from the Instructor's chair. Enter and exit from the Simulator device via the provided ramp. Move between the Instructor station, screen and podium while instructing in the classroom. Exit from malfunctioned Simulator while the device is in a severely pitched attitude. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts. The employee may work in high, precarious places and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation, and vibration.
FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of required compliance reviews, including verification that the candidate is not prohibited from employment under U.S. economic sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).
This position may require access to export-controlled technology or services subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment consideration and any offer of employment are contingent upon the applicant's ability to comply with these requirements, including qualifying as a "U.S. Person" under applicable regulations or otherwise eligible for export authorization within a timeframe consistent with business needs. A "U.S. Person" includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (holders of approved and unexpired green cards), and certain refugees or asylees with protected status under U.S. law.
This position may also require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance for the duration of employment.
Cybersecurity Notice: All official recruiting communication from FlightSafety International will come from an @flightsafety.com email address. FlightSafety International will never ask for personal or financial information through social media or third-party email providers.

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