Certified flight instructor job description
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Example certified flight instructor requirements on a job description
Certified flight instructor requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in certified flight instructor job postings.
Sample certified flight instructor requirements
- FAA Certified Flight Instructor license
- Current Medical Certificate
- At least 1,500 hours of total flight experience
- Familiarity with all applicable FAA regulations
- Ability to pass a background check
Sample required certified flight instructor soft skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent teaching and instruction abilities
- Ability to inspire and motivate others
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Ability to work in a team environment
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L3Harris certified flight instructor job description
+ Provide instruction on aircraft systems, training maneuvers, procedures, and other flight related subjects both on the ground and in the aircraft during a flight
+ Conduct preflight/post flight debriefings and provide in-flight instruction to ensure students have a thorough understanding and comprehension of the training materials
+ Maintain the quality (pass rate) of flight training at or above 80%
+ See that all Academy goals are met, including pass rate, timely student completion, student flight hour limitations, timely completion of student's training records, and making recommendations to the Group Manager for corrective action to be taken when issues arise
+ Regularly schedule each assigned student to ensure progress through the course
+ Maintain the flight training standards as outlined by both FAA and L3 Airline Academy
+ Maintain policies and procedures of the Operations Manual
+ Ensure that the assigned student's training record and folder is tracked and updated in accordance with L3 Airline Academy and FAA policy
+ Provide a customer service oriented and professional instruction according to L3 Airline Academy policy
+ Must be able to work a full-time schedule, 5 days per week with schedule flexibility
Qualifications:
+ Graduated from L3Harris Flight Academy at either our Sanford, FL or Jacksonville, FL locations, or currently enrolled in Jacksonville Universities' School of Aviation majoring in Flight Operations.
+ For an applicant that is currently enrolled in the Flight Operation degree you must have completed all the flight training labs to be considered for the position"
+ Current FAA Certified Flight Instructor Certificate
+ CFII Certificate
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
+ Conduct preflight/post flight debriefings and provide in-flight instruction to ensure students have a thorough understanding and comprehension of the training materials
+ Maintain the quality (pass rate) of flight training at or above 80%
+ See that all Academy goals are met, including pass rate, timely student completion, student flight hour limitations, timely completion of student's training records, and making recommendations to the Group Manager for corrective action to be taken when issues arise
+ Regularly schedule each assigned student to ensure progress through the course
+ Maintain the flight training standards as outlined by both FAA and L3 Airline Academy
+ Maintain policies and procedures of the Operations Manual
+ Ensure that the assigned student's training record and folder is tracked and updated in accordance with L3 Airline Academy and FAA policy
+ Provide a customer service oriented and professional instruction according to L3 Airline Academy policy
+ Must be able to work a full-time schedule, 5 days per week with schedule flexibility
Qualifications:
+ Graduated from L3Harris Flight Academy at either our Sanford, FL or Jacksonville, FL locations, or currently enrolled in Jacksonville Universities' School of Aviation majoring in Flight Operations.
+ For an applicant that is currently enrolled in the Flight Operation degree you must have completed all the flight training labs to be considered for the position"
+ Current FAA Certified Flight Instructor Certificate
+ CFII Certificate
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024