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SkyWest Airlines

Flight Attendant

Portland, OR · On-site

Willing to work varied shifts up to 16 hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays * Able to ... TO BE CONSIDERED FOR A FLIGHT ATTENDANT POSITION : All candidates must complete an online ...

Life Flight Network

Float Rotor Wing Pilot - IFR

Aurora, OR · On-site

$109.70K - $139.64K/yr

Life Flight Network is one of the most prominent not-for-profit air ambulance organizations. As the ... The Float Rotor Wing Pilot will be required to work varied shifts, including days, nights, weekends ...

Life Flight Network

Aircraft Mechanic II

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$38.32 - $44.52/hr

Life Flight Network is one of the most prominent not-for-profit air ambulance organizations. As the ... Ability to work overtime, evenings, and weekends as needed * Excellent verbal and written ...

Hillsboro Aero Academy

A&P Mechanic

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$31.25 - $41/hr

... flight training operations. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in general aviation ... Weekend shifts * Four-ten schedules available * Flexible schedules About Hillsboro Aero Academy ...

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How much do weekend flight instructor jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for weekend flight instructor in Portland, OR is $100,345.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,200.00 and $118,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Weekend Flight Instructor job?

A Weekend Flight Instructor is a certified flight instructor (CFI) who provides flying lessons primarily on weekends. This role is ideal for instructors who have a full-time job elsewhere or prefer a flexible schedule. Responsibilities include teaching flight maneuvers, conducting ground instruction, and ensuring student pilots meet safety and regulatory standards. Weekend Flight Instructors typically work with student pilots pursuing private, commercial, or other pilot certifications.

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

To thrive as a Weekend Flight Instructor, you need a certified pilot’s license with instructor credentials, strong aviation knowledge, and a solid record of safe flying. Familiarity with aircraft systems, flight simulators, and digital aviation logbooks or scheduling tools is essential. Excellent communication, patience, and motivational skills help create a positive learning environment for student pilots. These qualifications are crucial for ensuring safety, effective training, and fostering student success during condensed weekend instruction sessions.

What does a typical weekend schedule look like for a Weekend Flight Instructor, and how are student lessons structured?

As a Weekend Flight Instructor, your schedule is typically concentrated on Saturdays and Sundays, with lessons planned throughout the day to accommodate students who are balancing flight training with weekday commitments. Most instructors manage multiple students, dividing time between pre-flight briefings, in-flight instruction, and post-flight debriefs. Lessons are usually tailored to each student's progress and may include ground school segments, simulator sessions, and real-world flight time. You will often collaborate with other instructors and administrative staff to coordinate aircraft availability and manage training documentation. This structure allows you to maximize instructional time and provide focused, individualized training within the constraints of a weekend-only role.
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Helicopter Flight Instructor

Helicopter Flight Instructor

Hillsboro Aero Academy

Troutdale, OR • On-site

Part-time

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

*** PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOU SUBMITTED YOUR APPLICATION SUCCESSFULLY ON OUR CAREER WEBSITE, YOU WILL RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION E-MAIL IN A MATTER OF MINUTES. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE ONE, PLEASE SEND YOUR RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO HR@flyhaa.com***

General Position Summary:

Provide flight, simulator and ground instruction with Hillsboro Aero Academy. This position includes involvement in the HAA Safety Management System including risk analysis and mitigation. Flight instructors are expected to maintain adequate records, meeting course standards, fulfilling training requirements and objectives and ensuring satisfactory student progress.

Essential/Major Responsibilities:

• Perform flight instructor duties authorized by the Federal Aviation Regulation and in accordance with the approved training course outlines

• Ensure compliance with and promotion of the HAA Safety Management System and company SOPs

• Maintain satisfactory student progress through the course(s), ensure course standards and training requirements are met and communicate delays to supervisor

• Accurately maintain all appropriate records associated with student training

• Attend weekly meetings

• Determine aircraft airworthiness

• Attend administrative, standardization, in-service training and instructor development meetings, as assigned

• Maintain and apply effective teaching and evaluation techniques

• Reconcile billable hours reports to complete bi-weekly payroll

• Communicate with potential students about flight training

• Other duties as assigned ie assistance fueling aircraft, driving company vehicles, etc.

Specific Job Skills:

• Aircraft piloting skills, including familiarity with and ability to perform required flight maneuvers and procedures using FAA Practical Test Standards

• Knowledge of and ability to apply effective instructional techniques in the classroom and in flight

• Knowledge of appropriate Federal Aviation Regulations

• Ability to work well with others, in a fast-paced environment and provide superior customer service

• Demonstrate and exercise sound judgment

• Strong communication and teaching skills

Supervisory Responsibility:

Supervise students and student progress.

Interpersonal Contact:

Flight instructors must demonstrate exceptional customer service to current and potential students. Instructors will work closely with other flight instructors, maintenance technicians, safety personnel, dispatch personnel, line service, etc.

Education and/or Experience:

• FAA Certified Flight Instructor rating, Flight Instructor-Instrument required

• Must hold or be able to obtain a second class medical certificate

• Successful completion of FAA Part 141 Proficiency Check

• Completion of Special Federal Aviation Regulation 73 (b)(5) training with endorsement

• Have completed the Robinson Helicopter Safety Course or demonstrate ability to have course completed prior to employment

• Aircraft piloting skills, including familiarity with and ability to perform required flight maneuvers and procedures using FAA Practical Test Standards

• Knowledge of and ability to apply effective instructional techniques in the classroom and in flight

• Knowledge of appropriate Federal Aviation Regulations

• Ability to work well with others, in a fast-paced environment and provide superior customer service

• Demonstrate and exercise sound judgment


This position will remain open until filled. Please do not contact Hillsboro Aero Academy regarding the status of your application.

Hillsboro Aero Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

*** PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOU SUBMITTED YOUR APPLICATION SUCCESSFULLY ON OUR CAREER WEBSITE, YOU WILL RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION E-MAIL IN A MATTER OF MINUTES. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE ONE, PLEASE SEND YOUR RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO HR@flyhaa.com***