Senior Assistant Chief Flight Instructor

About the role

The Opportunity Are you ready to take your aviation career to the next level? We’re seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Assistant Chief Flight Instructor to play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of pilots at ERAU.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the designated FAR Part 141 Assistant Chief Instructor, supporting training, compliance, and operational excellence.
• Manage flight instructor training programs, certifications, and performance evaluations.
• Oversee curriculum updates and ensure adherence to FAA and University standards.
• Promote a culture of safety and regulatory compliance while fostering instructor and student success.
• Act as a key liaison for students, instructors, and leadership, ensuring seamless communication and effective problem-solving.

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!

• Health Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs.
• Tuition Coverage: 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.
• Generous Time Off: 18 days of personal leave in your first year, 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in aviation or a related field (advanced degrees preferred).
• COM ASMEL IR, CFI, MEI, CFII required; ATP and AGI/IGI preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of piloting experience, with 3+ years in training roles.
• Deep knowledge of FAA regulations and training program management.

Application Process/requirements

• To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R311675.
• Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include: Cover letter, Full Resume, Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process).
• Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.