Flight Instructor Examiner

Air Arabia; Sharjah; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Arabia in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Flight Instructor Examiner to conduct MPL, MPLI, IR and IRI training in line with GCAA CAR FCL Rev.5. The role includes standardization, examinations and acting as deputy to the Chief Flight Instructor.

You will deliver CBTA-based MPL and IRI curricula, update materials, mentor cadets and maintain compliance with regulatory standards, while liaising with partner schools and monitoring candidate progress.

Qualifications

• Valid CPL/ATPL with IR (GCAA CAR FCL)
• GCAA Flight Examiner authorization
• GCAA Flight Instructor Examiner authorization
• MPLI and IRI qualifications; AOC instructional approval
• Valid Class 1 Medical
• ELP Level 5 or higher
• AUPRT qualification (mandatory)
• Strong knowledge of aviation regulations and flight training procedures
• MPL Instructor training from a GCAA-approved ATO
• Fluent in English; Arabic and other languages are advantageous
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Training and evaluation skills
• Data analysis and problem solving
• Resource management
• Knowledge of GCAA rules and regulations
• Demonstrates the ability to contribute and deliver against KPIs

Responsibilities

• Conduct standardization and proficiency checks for MPL, MPLI, IR, IRI candidates
• Exercise Flight Instructor Examiner privileges and ensure revalidation compliance
• Deliver MPL proficiency training (multi-crew) as an MPL Instructor (MPLI)
• Deliver Instrument Rating Instructor (IRI) training to Air Arabia Academy instructors
• Act as deputy to the Chief Flight Instructor (CFI)
• Establish and supervise a training plan and standardization programme for Flight Instructors
• Liaise with the management of partner flying schools
• Monitor student performance and manage at-risk cadets
• Conduct MPL candidate interviews and suitability assessments
• Update training materials and syllabi (CBTA/MPL/UPRT/AUPRT)
• Prepare pre-core briefings for cadets ahead of the flying phase
• Provide ongoing mentoring, coaching and professional support to cadets and instructors
• Document training and examination results as required

Skills

Aviation regulations

Flight training

MPLI/IRI expertise

GCAA FCL knowledge

English proficiency

Documentation & record keeping

Computer skills

Education

GCAA CAR FCL licensed

MPLI/IRI qualification

AOC instructional approval

English language proficiency Level 5+

Tools

Microsoft Office

CBTA tools

Job description

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

Key Result Responsibilities

• Conduct standardization and proficiency checks for MPL, MPLI, IR, IRI and Flight Instructor candidates
• Exercise Flight Instructor Examiner privileges and ensure compliance with 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
• Act as deputy to the Chief Flight Instructor (CFI)
• Establish and supervise a training plan and standardization programme for Flight Instructors
• Liaise with the management of partner flying schools
• Monitor student performance and manage at-risk cadets

• Conduct MPL candidate interviews and suitability assessments
• Update training materials and syllabi (CBTA/MPL/UPRT/AUPRT)
• Prepare pre-core briefings for cadets ahead of the flying phase
• Provide ongoing mentoring, coaching and professional support to cadets and instructors
• Document training and examination results as required

Qualifications (Academic, training, languages)

• Valid CPL/ATPL with IR (GCAA CAR FCL)
• GCAA Flight Examiner authorization
• GCAA Flight Instructor Examiner authorization
• 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 2,000 flying hours
• Minimum 100 examiner/checking hours
• Compliance with CAR FCL recency requirements