Flight Operations Intern

About the role

The Flight Operations Intern will gain experience in many different areas within the Flight Operations department while gaining professional experience with a global leader in general aviation manufacturing. The Flight Operations Intern’s primary responsibility will be supporting the Flight Training Advisors and Fleet Administrator with their day-to-day responsibilities. Some of these responsibilities include pilot record keeping, flight operations scheduling, invoicing and billing, and assisting with fleet coordination. Ancillary duties include record keeping, safety management, flight planning and preparation, complex problem solving, mastery of subject matter material, and recommending process improvements. Additional duties include acting as pilot in command of Cirrus aircraft while performing 14 CFR part 91 corporate flight operations (demonstration, repositioning, and post maintenance flights) when needed, and other similar pilot duties.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all industry and Cirrus established safety procedures and policies when performing job duties
• Provide excellent and professional customer service
• Participate as a member of a team of professional and dedicated employees
• Provide support through administrative processes within the Flight Operations department
• Develop skills vitally important in today’s fast-paced work environment including analytical skills, team-based interaction, goal setting and strategic planning, the ability to work under pressure, listening and organizational skills, among others
• Assist the Flight Training Advisors with customer billing, contractor invoice processing, and efficient records keeping processes
• Prepare and distribute invoices for both customer training and revenue training events
• Make timely and accurate decisions regarding safety of flight
• Meticulously record all training event activities and results in pilot training records
• 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 as well as clean, fuel, add oil and de-ice fluid, update chart subscriptions, etc.
• Manage travel expenses in accordance with Cirrus company policies
• Continuous learning of the latest developments in the Cirrus Aircraft line of aircraft products
• Provide feedback for program improvements
• Identify needs to escalate concerns as appropriate
• Develop effective methods of safety communication, recordkeeping, ramp operations, and fleet management for flying club functions
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Must be able to complete entire duration of internship
• Current student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and/or Cirrus Fleet School
• Junior or Senior in good academic standing
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet established deadlines
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills