Ground instructor

Pilot Training Academy - Top Crew Aviation; Delhi; On-site; INR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilot Training Academy – Top Crew Aviation in Jaipur seeks a Ground Instructor to deliver high-quality theoretical aviation training in an on-site classroom. You will design lessons, assess performance, and mentor students to prepare for licensing exams in line with DGCA standards.

You will collaborate with flying instructors and staff to ensure ground training complements practical flight sessions, maintain training records, and uphold safety and educational excellence across the academy.

Qualifications

• Deliver high-quality theoretical aviation training in a classroom setting.
• Design lesson plans, training materials, and assessments in alignment with regulators.
• Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with aviation authority standards and maintain training records.
• Collaborate with flying instructors and staff to align ground and flight training.
• Support students in exam preparation and certification pathways.

Skills

Aviation theory & instruction

Curriculum development

Communication & classroom mgmt

Regulatory knowledge (DGCA)

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Commercial Pilot License or Ground Instructor rating

Bachelor’s degree in aviation, science, engineering

Job description

Company Description

Pilot Training Academy – Top Crew Aviation is one of India’s leading pilot training schools, with more than 15 years of instructional experience in the aviation industry. Through a global network of flying training schools in India, the USA, South Africa, and Europe, the academy supports aspiring commercial pilots in building successful careers. The organization is member-owned and education-focused, known internationally for excellence in aviation studies and flying training. Top Crew Aviation emphasizes a student-first ideology, a strong support system, and a highly qualified team that is committed to creating skilled aviators. The academy fosters an innovative and inspiring work environment that values safety, professionalism, and a passion for flying.

Role Description

The Ground Instructor will deliver high-quality theoretical aviation training to pilot students in an on-site classroom setting at our Jaipur location. This full-time role involves preparing and conducting lectures on core aviation subjects such as air regulations, aerodynamics, navigation, meteorology, aircraft systems, and human factors. The instructor will design lesson plans, develop training materials and assessments, monitor student progress, and provide constructive feedback and mentoring. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with relevant aviation authority standards, maintaining accurate training records, and supporting students in exam preparation and certification pathways. The Ground Instructor will collaborate with flying instructors and academy staff to align ground training with practical flight training and uphold the academy’s safety and training excellence standards.

Qualifications

• Aviation knowledge and instructional skills: Strong understanding of aviation theory (navigation, meteorology, air regulations, aircraft systems, human performance) and proven ability to teach complex concepts clearly.
• Training and curriculum development: Experience creating lesson plans, training materials, and assessments that align with regulatory requirements and academy standards.
• Communication and classroom management: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse learners, manage classroom dynamics, and provide effective feedback.
• Technical and regulatory familiarity: Knowledge of DGCA or other relevant aviation authority regulations, standard operating procedures, and safety practices; comfort using digital tools for presentations and learning management systems.
• Education and experience: Preferably a Commercial Pilot License holder, Ground Instructor rating, or equivalent aviation qualification; prior experience as a ground school instructor or trainer is highly desirable.
• Professional attributes: Strong attention to detail, high standards of integrity, student-focused mindset, and ability to work collaboratively with training and administrative teams on-site in Jaipur.
• Additional beneficial qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in aviation, science, engineering, or a related field; experience preparing students for written licensing exams; proficiency in English and familiarity with modern training methodologies.