Flight Operations Ground Instructor

Endeavor Air is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Delta Air Lines. Flying as Delta Connection, Endeavor operates 141 regional jets on 750 daily flights to 122 destinations in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minn., Endeavor has hub operations in Atlanta, Cincinnati, Detroit, Minneapolis, New York, and Raleigh-Durham, and 11 maintenance bases across our network.

About the role

Non-Seniority List Ground Instructors prepare and present initial, transition, upgrade, recurrent, and requalification pilot training. Assist in the creation and execution of classroom training for current and new hire pilots. Aid in the planning, coordination, and scheduling of classroom training. Ensure course content meets regulatory requirements and coordinate with the Fleet Manager to ensure standardization.

• Develop courseware, outlines, training modules, lesson plans, and associated graphics and training aids
• Prepare and maintain accurate, error-free training records and documentation
• Maintain classrooms and other training facilities in a clean, neat condition
• Continuously review company, industry, government, and related publications to stay current on methods, procedures, policies, and regulations
• Participate in the development and presentation of special department or company training efforts
• Instruct curriculum segments common to other training programs
• Other duties as assigned

Responsibilities

• Ethics and Values – Supports positive change and diversity to foster healthy organizational growth; champions beneficial projects and programs
• Knows our Business – Stays informed about industry trends; challenges institutional practices to improve organizational results
• Building Trust & Decision Making – Treats team members respectfully; values input and recognizes when analysis is sufficient for decision-making
• Drives For Results By Inspiring Others – Develops clear, workable plans with timelines and measurable goals; fosters cross-team engagement
• Know Your Team & Leading People – Works inclusively to reach common goals; values differences and listens for understanding

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or a combination of education and related experience
• FAA Private Pilot license
• 1 year of experience in airline or aviation operations or equivalent
• Previous 121 flight crewmember experience preferred
• Commercial pilot license with instrument and multi-engine ratings and/or Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) license preferred
• Previous airline or aviation classroom teaching experience preferred
• Reliable and self-motivated with strong analytical, interpretive, and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask efficiently and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; ability to work with all levels of an organization
• PC proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Work Environment

• Long periods of standing in a training classroom environment
• Occasional teaching activity around aircraft equipment in hangars or outdoors on airport ramps, which may be hazardous and noisy
• Ability to work additional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Some physical exertion required, such as pulling, pushing, reaching, bending, standing, walking, and light lifting (up to 30 lbs)
• Up to 5% travel

Benefits

• Free or reduced-rate travel privileges on Delta Air Lines and 80+ air carriers worldwide for employees and eligible family members
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 401(k) with Company Match starting on Day 1
• Operational Performance Rewards (OPR) Program
• Life and AD&D Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and voluntary supplementary benefit options

Pay

Salary range: USD $53,800.00 – $63,000.00 per year