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Inflight Instructor Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Lead Training Captain

Temecula, CA · On-site

$195K - $215K/yr

Mentor and supervise instructor pilots. * Manage simulator and flight training resources ... Provide ground, simulator, and inflight instruction aboard a KC-135R/RG and C-135FR aircraft as ...

... instructor navigators to maintain the highest standards of safety and proficiency. Additionally, you will provide ground and inflight instruction aboard the C-135FR aircraft. What You'll Do • ...

... instructor AROs to maintain the highest standards of safety and proficiency. This role may require you to maintain flight currency and instruct ground and inflight ARO duties aboard a KC-135R and/or ...

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How much do inflight instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for inflight instructor in California is $23.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.83 and $28.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical work week look like for an Inflight Instructor, and how much time is spent onboard versus in the classroom or office?

An Inflight Instructor typically divides their time between conducting hands-on training sessions onboard aircraft, leading classroom-based instruction, and performing administrative tasks such as curriculum development and trainee evaluation. The exact balance can vary by airline and training schedule, but most instructors spend a mix of days in training centers and some in actual aircraft environments, especially when overseeing practical safety drills. This role may also involve occasional travel to different training bases or working with rotating groups of crew members. As part of the inflight training team, instructors regularly collaborate with cabin crew leadership and safety departments to ensure training standards are up to date and consistently applied.

What is an Inflight Instructor job?

An Inflight Instructor is responsible for training and developing flight attendants to ensure they meet company and regulatory standards. They conduct classroom and hands-on training in safety procedures, customer service, and emergency protocols. Instructors also evaluate performance, provide feedback, and stay updated on aviation regulations. Their role is essential in maintaining high safety and service standards for airline operations.

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

To thrive as an Inflight Instructor, you need a strong background in aviation operations, in-depth knowledge of safety protocols, and instructional experience, often supported by commercial pilot or flight attendant certification. Familiarity with aircraft training simulators, e-learning systems, and company-specific safety management systems is essential. Excellent communication, coaching abilities, and adaptability enable success in diverse and dynamic onboard training environments. These skills are crucial to effectively train and certify inflight crew, ensuring the highest standards of safety and service for passengers and airline operations.

CFI-Student Worker

CFI-Student Worker

California Aeronautical University

Oxnard, CA • On-site

Temporary

Re-posted 6 days ago


Job description

This position is only for CAU Students to Apply

SUMMARY: The Certificated Flight Instructor provides flight instruction including preflight and post flight briefings to Flight Students as assigned. The primary responsibilities are to ensure quality of instruction and student progress for flight students enrolled in flight lab courses for private pilot, instrument, commercial, certificated flight instructor, certificated flight instructor-instrument, and multi engine in accordance with CAU’s Part 61/141 courses and training syllabi.


This position ensures that the student and University’s interests for meeting course objectives and progress goals are met. These interests include standardized instruction, student scheduling, record keeping and most importantly contributing to an environment that offers an overall safe operation. The position influences on time student progress through properly scheduling students, instructing flight lessons including pre-briefs, inflight and de-briefs. The CFI will endorse student records as appropriate. The position follows and manages accountabilities with all CAU rules and regulations, to include CAU Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Flight Information Files (FIF’s) and upholds the philosophy and mission of CAU while instilling a positive and progressive attitude in all students.


JOB REQUIREMENTS include but are not limited to the following:


COMPLIANCE:

• Responsible for compliance with all local, state, accreditation, and federal regulations

• Ensure completeness, accuracy, and security of flight operation records, documents, and reports

• Ensure and maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures

• Responsible for complete and accurate timekeeping


ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Conduct all duties and responsibilities ethically and professionally

• Maintain the highest ethical and professional standards in education

• Conduct all duties and responsibilities to achieve a win-win situation for students and the University

• Responsible for 1-10 students as assigned

• Manage student progress and completion goals according to the academic term schedule/calendar (Roadmap)

• Ensure student flight scheduling is pacing to meet the term course objectives (minimum 2 activities per week)

• Conduct flight instruction lessons to meet University and ACS standards

• Ensures Compliance with University course syllabi (Academic)

• Ensures Compliance with University approved Training Course Outline (FAA) lessons in Talon ETA

• Ensures Compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

• Ensures accurate flight records for each student (currency, qualifications, and other flight related records)

• Record lesson notes as required in Talon ETA

• Report and manage student attendance as required

• Motivate students to accomplish flight lab course goals

• Manage student relationships to ensure maximum effectiveness

• Recommend student corrective action plans

• Attend team meetings as required

• Report safety issues using University Safety Management System (SMS) WBAT

• Other duties as assigned