Flight Instructor

Air Arabia; Sharjah; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Arabia in the United Arab Emirates seeks an experienced MPL/IR flight instructor to lead standardized training for MPL, IR and instructor candidates, ensuring compliance with GCAA CAR FCL Rev.5 and ATO/AOC regulations.

You will deliver MPLI and IRI courses, monitor cadet progress, conduct interviews, and participate in ISM meetings, with a focus on curriculum development, safety procedures and accurate record keeping.

Qualifications

• Valid CPL/ATPL with IR (GCAA CAR FCL)
• MPLI and IRI; AOC instructional approval
• Valid Class 1 Medical
• English Language Proficiency Level 5+
• AUPRT qualification mandatory
• Strong understanding of aviation regulations for flight training
• Completed MPL Instructor training course at a GCAA-approved ATO
• In-depth knowledge of safety procedures
• Fluent in English (Arabic advantageous)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Training and evaluation skills
• Data analysis and problem-solving skills
• Resource management skills
• Knowledge of GCAA rules and regulations
• Ability to contribute to business KPIs and strategy

Responsibilities

• Conduct standardization training for MPL, IR and Instructor candidates
• Ensure compliance with instructor revalidation requirements
• Deliver MPL I training (MPLI)
• Deliver IRI training to Air Arabia Academy instructors
• Monitor student performance and manage at-risk cadets
• Conduct MPL candidate interviews and suitability assessments
• Participate in Instructor Standardization Meetings (ISM)
• Provide feedback for syllabus and training material revisions
• Contribute to CBTA/MPL/UPRT/AUPRT curriculum development
• Prepare pre-core briefings for cadets ahead of flying phase
• Provide mentoring, coaching and support to cadets
• Conduct structured progress reviews and remedial plans
• Maintain training records and grade sheets

Skills

Flight instruction

Standardization training

English fluency

Syllabus development

Mentoring

Data analysis

MS Office

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Risk management

Education

CPL/ATPL with IR (GCAA CAR FCL)

MPLI and IRI

AUPRT qualification

Class 1 Medical

ELP Level 5+

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Purpose

Conduct flight instruction in accordance with GCAA CAR FCL Rev.5. Exercise instructor privileges for MPL, IR, MPLI and IRI training, ensuring compliance with ATO, AOC and regulatory standards.

Key Result Responsibilities

• Conduct standardization training for MPL, IR and Instructor candidates


• Ensure compliance with instructor revalidation requirements


• Deliver MPL competency-based training (multi-crew) as an MPL Instructor (MPLI)


• Deliver Instrument Rating Instructor (IRI) training to Air Arabia Academy instructors


• Monitor student performance and manage at-risk cadets


• Conduct MPL candidate interviews and suitability assessments


• Participate in Instructor Standardization Meetings (ISM) and calibration sessions


• Provide feedback for syllabus and training material revisions based on cadet performance trends


• Contribute to curriculum development for CBTA/MPL/UPRT/AUPRT programs


• Prepare pre-core briefings for cadets ahead of the flying phase


• Provide ongoing mentoring, coaching and professional support to cadets


• Conduct structured progress reviews and elevate at-risk cadets with recommended remedial plans


• Maintain accurate training records and grade sheets

Qualifications (Academic, training, languages)

• Valid CPL/ATPL with IR (GCAA CAR FCL)


• Qualified MPLI and IRI; AOC instructional approval (where applicable)


• Valid Class 1 Medical


• English Language Proficiency (ELP) Level 5 or higher


• AUPRT qualification (mandatory)


• Strong understanding of aviation regulations, procedures, and best practices for flight training.


• Successfully completed an MPL Instructor training course at a GCAA-approved ATO.


• In-depth knowledge of safety procedures.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office.


• Fluent in English (Arabic and other languages are an advantage).


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Training and evaluation skills.


• Data analysis and problem-solving skills.


• Resource management skills.


• Knowledge of GCAA rules and regulations.


• Demonstrates the ability to contribute and successfully deliver against business strategy and set KPIs.

Work Experience

• Minimum 500 flight instructional hours


• Compliance with CAR FCL recency requirements