Synthetic Training Instructor - Bournemouth

Skyborne Airline Academy; Lower Blandford St Mary; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £54,000 per annum

£1,000 sign on bonus upon fullStandard

30 days annual leave

5% employer pension contribution

Private health insurance

Life assurance 3x salary

Free on-site parking

Employee assistance programme

Discounted gym membership

Flexible rostering

Job summary

Skyborne Airline Academy invites applications for a Synthetic Training Instructor to teach on our DA42 FNPT II simulators at Bournemouth Airport. The role combines ground-based synthetic flight instruction with theoretical modules for ME Piston and Instrument Rating, and may be offered as full-time, part-time or contractual employment.

Ideal candidates are former flight instructors who remain passionate about teaching, with FI(A) unrestricted, and the ability to sponsor IRI/CRI ME qualifications

Qualifications

• Hold or have held UK Part-FCL CPL(A) or ATPL(A).
• Current or recently expired FI(A) unrestricted.
• If IRI/CRI ME qualifications are present, no class 1 or 2 medical required.
• English Language Proficiency level 5 or 6.
• STI(A) already issued.
• We can sponsor IRI or CRI ME for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Deliver synthetic flight instruction on DA42 FNPT II devices.
• Support delivery of theoretical instruction for MEP and IR phases.
• Role available on full time, part time or contractual basis.

Skills

FI(A) unrestricted

English proficiency (L5-6)

STI(A) issued

Sponsorship potential for IRI/CRI ME

Education

UK Part-FCL CPL(A) or ATPL(A)

Tools

DA42 FNPT II

Job description

More Information

Skyborne Airline Academy are recruiting a Synthetic Training Instructor to join our team here at Bournemouth Airport.

This role will apply your knowledge of simulator based training on our DA42 FNPT II devices. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced flight instructors who are looking to continue sharing their knowledge and expertise in a ground-based training environment. The role is ideally suited to former flight instructors who are no longer actively flying but remain passionate about teaching.

In addition to synthetic flight instruction, the successful candidate will also support the delivery of theoretical knowledge instruction associated with the Multi-Engine Piston (MEP) and Instrument Rating (IR) phases of training.

This position is available on a full time, part time or contractual basis.

Qualifications

• Hold or have held UK Part-FCL CPL(A) or ATPL(A).
• Current or recently expired (within the past 3 years) FI(A) unrestricted.
• Depending upon having IRI or CRI ME previous qualifications no class 1 or 2 medical required.
• Valid English Language Proficiency level 5 or 6.
• STI(A) already issued.
• We can sponsor IRI or CRI ME for the right candidate to build up required STI(A) qualifications.

Benefits

• Salary of £54,000 per annum, reviewed annually.
• £1,000 sign on bonus upon full completion of standardisation.
• 30 days annual leave (inclusive of UK Public Holidays) based on 4.5-day working week.
• Additional annual leave purchase scheme.
• 5% employer pension contribution.
• Private health insurance with discounted family plans.
• Life assurance scheme of 3x your annual salary.
• Inclusive and flexible rostering.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Free mortgage advice.
• Free on-site parking.
• Rewards and recognition scheme.
• Free barista style coffee.

About Us

We are Skyborne, an industry-leading aviation training academy with a mission to Build Better Pilots. As a growing business, we’ve invested in state-of-the-art training facilities in both the UK and U.S., as well as cutting-edge resources to deliver the very best in airline-focussed pilot training. We are proud to operate three state-of-the-art training facilities. Alongside our UK head office at Gloucestershire Airport, we operate from two major training locations - Vero Beach, Florida, and Bournemouth International Airport in the UK. Every role at Skyborne plays a vital role in guiding our trainees from the classroom to the flight deck, with our graduates going on to fly for leading airlines.

We set ourselves the highest standards and believe that work should be both satisfying and fun. At the core of Skyborne is a culture shaped by our values and pillars:

Creativity

We champion creativity in everything we do. We think differently and we aren’t afraid to ask questions. Innovation drives us forward and we’re always looking for smarter, more effective ways to improve how we operate.

Humanity

We foster a supportive, team-focussed environment where our staff and students feel empowered, valued and heard. We respect every individual and believe that recognition, inclusion and collaboration are essential.

Quality

Safety, expertise and professionalism are at the heart of what we do here at Skyborne. Trusted by our students and airline partners alike, we hold ourselves to the highest standards and we don’t settle for anything less.

We’re a people-first company and a motivated, passionate team who take pride in giving our trainees the strongest start to their aviation careers.

Our carefully selected team of professionals are committed to shaping the next generation of pilots. We partner with an extensive list of major global airlines, including British Airways, SkyWest, DHL, Jet2.com and easyJet. Whether aviation has always been on your radar or you’re discovering it for the first time, we’d love to hear from you!

If you have any questions or would be looking to arrange an informal chat with a member of the recruitment team, please contact us at [e-mail].