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Eagle Aircraft

Chief Flight Instructor

Chicago, IL · On-site

$83K - $104K/yr

Serves as the primary point of contact with the local FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) regarding operations, instruction, and safety matters. * Develops, reviews, and assists with the ...

Eagle Aircraft

Chief Flight Instructor

Chicago, IL · On-site

$83K - $104K/yr

Serves as the primary point of contact with the local FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) regarding operations, instruction, and safety matters. * Develops, reviews, and assists with the ...

SAIC

MDW Air Traffic Control Instructor

Chicago, IL

$40K - $80K/yr

Demonstrated ability to interface effectively with FAA personnel at all levels to ensure the delivery of training services meet the needs of the local facility, as well as the FAA's overall Air ...

SAIC

ORD Air Traffic Control Instructor

Chicago, IL

$40K - $80K/yr

Demonstrated ability to interface effectively with FAA personnel at all levels to ensure the delivery of training services meet the needs of the local facility, as well as the FAA's overall Air ...

SAIC

MDW Air Traffic Control Instructor

Chicago, IL · On-site

$40K - $80K/yr

Demonstrated ability to interface effectively with FAA personnel at all levels to ensure the delivery of training services meet the needs of the local facility, as well as the FAA's overall Air ...

SAIC

ORD Air Traffic Control Instructor

Chicago, IL · On-site

$40K - $80K/yr

Demonstrated ability to interface effectively with FAA personnel at all levels to ensure the delivery of training services meet the needs of the local facility, as well as the FAA's overall Air ...

Peraton

Network Installer - Central

Elgin, IL · On-site

$23.25 - $30/hr

Travel and Work Location Requirements This position requires 100% local travel to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) facilities within the assigned region. Candidates must reside in or near one of ...

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Peraton

Network Installer - Central

Elgin, IL

$23.25 - $30/hr

Travel and Work Location Requirements This position requires 100% local travel to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) facilities within the assigned region. Candidates must reside in or near one of ...

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Peraton

Network Installer - Central

Elgin, IL

$23.25 - $30/hr

Travel and Work Location Requirements This position requires 100% local travel to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) facilities within the assigned region. Candidates must reside in or near one of ...

New

Peraton

Network Installer - Central

Elgin, IL

$23.25 - $30/hr

Travel and Work Location Requirements This position requires 100% local travel to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) facilities within the assigned region. Candidates must reside in or near one of ...

New

Peraton

Network Installer - Central

Elgin, IL

$23.25 - $30/hr

Travel and Work Location Requirements This position requires 100% local travel to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) facilities within the assigned region. Candidates must reside in or near one of ...

New

Peraton

Network Installer - Central

Elgin, IL

$23.25 - $30/hr

Travel and Work Location Requirements This position requires 100% local travel to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) facilities within the assigned region. Candidates must reside in or near one of ...

New

Aerotek

Quality Technician

Des Plaines, IL

$17.50 - $23.50/hr

Inspect incoming and outgoing parts, articles, and materials in accordance with FAA guidelines and ... other local or regional benefits provide a supportive, development-focused environment where ...

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How much do local faa jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for local faa in Chicago, IL is $25.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.81 and $29.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Local Faa vs Flight Dispatcher?

AspectLocal FaaFlight Dispatcher
Required CredentialsFAA certification, specific to local regulationsFAA certification, often similar or identical
Work EnvironmentRegulatory agencies, government officesAirlines, charter companies, or private operators
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily government and regulatory bodiesCommercial aviation industry, airline operations
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Local Faa and Flight Dispatcher roles both require FAA certification and are integral to aviation safety. While the Local Faa typically works within government agencies overseeing aviation regulations, Flight Dispatchers are employed by airlines or private operators to plan flights and ensure safety compliance. Both roles involve coordination, safety oversight, and regulatory knowledge, but their work environments and employer types differ.

What are the most commonly searched types of Faa jobs in Chicago, IL? The most popular types of Faa jobs in Chicago, IL are:
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Chief Flight Instructor

Eagle Aircraft

Chicago, IL • On-site

$83K - $104K/yr

Full-time

Medical

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Chief Flight Instructor: Leads the charge in ensuring our programs reflect global best practices in flight safety, compliance, and instruction. Oversees flight instruction to reinforce our reputation as a leader in aviation education.

Principal Accountabilities

  • Ensures the flight school maintains training techniques, procedures, and standards acceptable to the FAA Administrator.  Builds and maintains a culture of excellence that maintains the organization’s reputation as a top tier aviation school.
  • Conducts initial and recurring proficiency checks for all assigned flight instructors.  Ensures every student and instructor operates within established safety protocols.
  • Supervises all flight training and evaluation activities.  Coordinates instructor and student schedules to maximize educational and training outcomes.  Mentors instructors to ensure consistency, compliance and safety.
  • Serves as the primary point of contact with the local FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) regarding operations, instruction, and safety matters.
  • Develops, reviews, and assists with the preparation of FAA Training Course Outlines (TCOs) and curriculum updates.  Develops and adapts training curricula to meet FAA and global standards.
  • Maintains student and instructor training records in accordance with FAA and school requirements.
  • Is available at the school or reachable by electronic means when training for an approved course is being conducted. 

Flight Time Requirements

The minimum flight experience requirements for a Chief Flight Instructor are outlined in 14 CFR § 141.35 and depend on the specific course(s) they are designated to oversee: 

Specific flight hour requirements depend on the course, such as those for recreational/private pilot certificates, instrument ratings, or other courses like commercial pilot or ATP. For detailed requirements, refer to 14 CFR 141.35 in the eCFR. Special considerations for gliders, balloons, or airships have reduced hour requirements (40%), and ground school chief instructors need one year of experience at a certificated pilot school. 

 

Qualifications

To be eligible for designation as a chief instructor for a course of training, a person must meet the requirements as outlined in § 141.35.  Here below is a brief summary.  Candidates must familiarize themselves with the FAA’s detailed requirements found at 14 CFR 141.35 in the eCFR

Minimum Chief Instructor Requirements – Instrument & Multi-Engine Training

The Chief Instructor assigned to Instrument Rating and Multi-Engine courses shall:

  • Hold a Commercial Pilot Certificate or Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate.
  • Hold a current FAA Flight Instructor Certificate (CFI).
  • Hold the appropriate category and class ratings for the aircraft used in training, including Airplane Multi-Engine Land (AMEL).
  • Hold a current Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII) certificate.
  • Meet the recent flight experience requirements of 14 CFR §61.57.
  • Successfully complete the FAA Chief Instructor knowledge and proficiency tests as required by 14 CFR Part 141.

Minimum Experience

  • At least 2,000 hours Pilot-in-Command (PIC).
  • At least 100 hours of actual or simulated instrument flight time.
  • Flight instructor experience consisting of either:
    • 3 years and 1,000 hours of flight instruction; or
    • 1,500 hours of flight instruction.
  • Instrument flight instructor experience consisting of either:
    • 2 years and 250 hours of instrument instruction; or
    • 400 hours of instrument instruction.

The Chief Instructor shall maintain all FAA certificates, ratings, qualifications, and currency necessary to conduct and supervise training in accordance with 14 CFR Parts 61, 91, and 141.

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Company Description

Our mission is to provide a seamless integration of safety, legality, and efficiency, bridging international aviation standards and creating unparalleled opportunities for our students.