Flight Instructor 2

About the role

The Flight Instructor provides industry-leading, learner-centric flight training to Cirrus customers using iconic Cirrus Aircraft SR and SF model airplanes at premier Cirrus locations. Training follows a structured syllabus with proprietary course material to support the learning process. Ancillary duties include tracking pilot progression, record keeping, safety management, flight planning, lesson preparation, complex problem solving, mastery of subject matter, and recommending process improvements. The role also involves acting as pilot in command of Cirrus aircraft for 14 CFR part 91 corporate flight operations (demonstration, repositioning, and post-maintenance flights), flight reviews, proficiency checks, and other related duties. The Cirrus Factory Direct instructor reports to the Flight Operations Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all industry and Cirrus-established safety procedures and policies
• Provide excellent and professional customer service
• Make timely and accurate decisions regarding safety of flight
• Conduct training events following program guidance and requirements
• Provide flight and ground instruction per standards defined in Cirrus policy and procedure documents
• Meticulously record all training event activities and results in pilot training records
• Recommend students for FAA written and practical tests
• Assess pilot performance in the psychomotor, cognitive, and affective domains for each training event
• Discover opportunities to customize training events to fit individual student needs
• Act as pilot in command of Cirrus aircraft while performing corporate flight missions, ferry flights, internal training flights, and demonstration flights
• Perform normal pre-flight and post-flight inspections, clean, fuel, add oil and de-ice fluid, update chart subscriptions, etc.
• Continuously learn about the latest developments in the Cirrus Aircraft line of products
• Process and maintain a deep level of aircraft knowledge and serve as a model aviator, flight instructor, and Cirrus representative
• Maintain communication with students as required pre- and post-training
• Enhance flight safety by providing excellent, high-quality, and standardized flight and ground instruction

Qualifications

• One year of pilot experience required
• 350 dual given hours or 250 hours in Cirrus required
• Current FAA Flight Instructor Certification (CFII)
• Airplane Single Engine Instrument Airplane rating
• Hold FAA Pilot Certificate – Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land
• Current Second-class Airman Medical Certificate or higher
• IFR in congested airspace, mountain flying, extensive IMC, international flight, and night experience preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options
• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts: FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA
• Well-being: Calm Health, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness incentives through medical provider
• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting at 1 year of service
• PTO: Various PTO plans starting at 100 hours accrued within the first year
• Additional Time off Benefits: Paid holidays, 2 weeks of Paid Parental leave, paid time for funeral leave and jury duty
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement program and professional growth opportunities
• Exclusive Discounts: Cirrus Store, partner and marketplace discounts available
• Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations