Flight Instructor

Mount Royal University; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 53,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Royal University is seeking a Flight Instructor to join the Aviation program. The role covers teaching across aircraft, simulators at both Calgary and Springbank campuses, and occasional ground school. The position is salaried and typically requires 40 hours per week, with evenings and weekends possible.

Preference will be given to candidates with a Canadian Flight Instructor Rating and Group 1 Instrument Rating. Salary ranges from CAD 53,045 to 95,481 per year.

Qualifications

• Requires current Canadian Flight Instructor Rating and Medical.
• Group 1 Instrument Rating is required.
• Aviation Diploma or Degree or higher is required.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and ability to contribute to ongoing program development.

Responsibilities

• Teach in aircraft, simulators at Calgary and Springbank campuses, and occasionally ground school.
• Engage in administrative duties when not teaching, including safety team work, program manuals, and quality assurance.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Program development

Education

Aviation Diploma or Degree

Job description

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Job Title

Flight Instructor

Job Type

Limited Term

Union

Exempt

Position Classification

ZFLIN Flight Instructor

Salary Grade

FT or PT

Full-time

Hybrid Work

This position is eligible

Position End Date (if applicable)

Location

MRU Springbank - Springbank, AB T3Z 3S4 CA (Primary)

About this Position

About the Department of Aviation

Mount Royal University’s Aviation diploma program has been in operation since 1970, and the Bachelor of Aviation Management (BAM) began in 2024. The BAM degree has two Concentration options: a Flight Operations Concentration which includes flight training, or an Aviation Operations Concentration. The program operates ten Cessna 172 aircraft and three Piper Senecas at Springbank Airport and have plans to increase the fleet size. Flight Training students can graduate with a Commercial Pilot Licence and Group 1 Instrument Rating, with an option for some students to complete a Flight Instructor Rating after the diploma.

About the Role

Mount Royal University Aviation is looking to expand its team of professional and experienced flight instructors. We offer high quality instruction to students seeking a career in the aviation industry. Our flight instructors teach in the aircraft, in the simulators at the Calgary campus and Springbank campus, and occasionally ground school classes as well. All instructors will be expected to teach lessons from PPL through to Multi-IFR.

This is a salaried position. When instructors are not with students they will have administrative responsibilities. These include responsibilities such as working on the safety team, developing program manuals and procedures, quality assurance work, preparing presentations for students, and other ongoing program developments.

We employ our instructors on a full-time 40 hour per week basis. We are open 7 days a week, year-round with flight operations normally scheduled from 0730 until 0030. The successful candidate for this position can expect to work evenings and weekends, with a possibility to change schedules after a few months.

Qualifications

• Current Canadian Flight Instructor Rating and Medical
• Group 1 Instrument Rating
• Aviation Diploma or Degree
• Leadership abilities
• Ability to contribute to ongoing program development

Preference will be given to applicants with some, or many, of the following:

• Class 1 or 2 Instructor Rating
• Multi-engine and/or IFR instructing experience
• Aviation industry experience
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree

Salary: $53,045.00 - $95,481.00 per annum

If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify [e-mail] and we will work together on your accommodation request.

About MRU

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. MRU serves approximately 15,782 students, including 11,752 full-time and 4,030 part-time learners. MRU offers 13 bachelor's degrees encompassing 37 majors across faculties such as Arts, Business, Communications, Health, Community & Education, and Science & Technology. With over 74% of its student body drawn from the local area, Mount Royal University primarily serves Calgary and its surrounding region. MRU is a diverse yet close community with over 1,800 employees. Mount Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals. Learn more about MRU's Academic Plan and Strategic Plan .

What We Offer

Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions. At MRU, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. MRU offers a competitive total compensation package including learning/training paid by employer, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre. Positions over six months may also be eligible for health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, and disability benefits.

Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, fitness classes, climbing, aquatics, sports, tournaments and certifications for students, employees and the public.