Synthetic Training Instructor - Gloucester

Skyborne Airline Academy; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary review

Sign-on bonus

Private health insurance

Pension contribution

Life assurance

On-site parking

Job summary

Skyborne Airline Academy at Gloucestershire Airport is seeking a Synthetic Training Instructor to join our team. The role focuses on simulator-based training using DA42 FNPT II devices and ground instruction.

Ideal candidates are experienced flight instructors transitioning from flying to teaching, ready to share knowledge and expertise while delivering theoretical instruction for MEP and IR phases. Full-time, part-time or contract basis available.

Qualifications

• Holds or has held UK Part-FCL CPL(A) or ATPL(A).
• Current or recently expired FI(A) unrestricted.
• English language proficiency level 5 or 6.
• STI(A) issued.
• Sponsor IRI/CRI ME qualifications if needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver simulator-based training on DA42 FNPT II devices.
• Support theoretical instruction for MEP and IR phases.
• Assist experienced flight instructors transitioning to teaching.

Skills

Instructing experience

Ground-based training

English proficiency

Education

CPL/ATPL license

FI(A) unrestricted

STI(A) issued

Job description

More Information

Skyborne Airline Academy are recruiting a Synthetic Training Instructor to join our team here at Gloucestershire 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.
• Access to state-of-the-art training facilities and resources.
• 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!