Ground Instructor (CPL Holder)

Pilot Training Academy - Top Crew Aviation; Jaipur; On-site; INR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Top Crew Aviation’s Pilot Training Academy in Jaipur seeks a Ground Instructor (CPL holder) to deliver ground school instruction across air regulations, navigation, meteorology, and aircraft systems. This full‑time, on‑site position involves lesson planning, classroom delivery, assessments, and regulatory‑compliant training material updates.

You will mentor students, maintain records, and collaborate with instructors to uphold training standards and safety culture.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in ground instruction or teaching.
• Valid CPL from a recognized authority with strong theory knowledge.
• Experience in flight training or ground instruction preferred.
• Strong communication and presentation skills for classroom teaching.
• Ability to align lesson plans with DGCA and international standards.
• Proficiency in English, with solid documentation skills.
• Professional, safety‑minded, and regulatory compliant.
• Excellent organization and time‑management across batches.
• Familiarity with educational technology and CBT platforms is a plus.
• Team oriented with willingness to collaborate on curriculum improvements.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in aviation or related field; strong experience acceptable.
• Experience with international students is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality ground school instruction on core aviation topics.
• Prepare lesson plans, conduct classroom sessions, and organize assessments.
• Update training materials to regulatory standards and DGCA requirements.
• Assist with exam preparation and maintain training records.
• Mentor students, track progress, and collaborate with instructors.
• Contribute to safety culture and participate in faculty meetings.
• Support program improvement initiatives and cross‑instructor coordination.

Skills

Ground instruction

Curriculum delivery

English communication

Organization

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in aviation

Tools

CBT platforms

Job description

Company Description

Top Crew Aviation’s Pilot Training Academy is recognized as one of India’s leading pilot training schools, with more than 15 years of instructional experience in the aviation industry. The academy provides comprehensive, worldwide pilot training through a network of flying schools in India, the USA, South Africa, and Europe. With a strong focus on education, it is known globally for excellence in aviation studies and flying training, aiming to develop highly skilled commercial pilots. The organization offers a supportive, high-performance working environment that attracts aviation professionals committed to training future aviators. Guided by a “student first” ideology and strong core values, Top Crew Aviation is dedicated to delivering certified training, excellent support, and long-term career development.

Role Description

The Ground Instructor (CPL Holder) will deliver high-quality ground school instruction to aspiring pilots, covering core subjects such as air regulations, navigation, meteorology, and aircraft systems. This full-time, on-site role in Jaipur involves preparing lesson plans, conducting classroom sessions, organizing assessments, and providing continuous academic support to students. The instructor will update training materials in line with regulatory standards, assist with exam preparation, and ensure compliance with DGCA and other relevant aviation authority requirements. Daily responsibilities include mentoring students, tracking their progress, maintaining training records, and collaborating with other instructors to uphold the academy’s training standards. The role also includes contributing to safety culture, participating in faculty meetings, and supporting overall program improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience required.
• Valid Commercial Pilot License (CPL) from a recognized aviation authority, with strong theoretical knowledge of core aviation subjects.
• Previous experience in flight training or ground instruction, or demonstrated aptitude for teaching and mentoring pilot trainees.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and confidently in a classroom setting.
• Ability to create and update lesson plans, training materials, and assessments aligned with DGCA and international aviation standards.
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written), with good documentation and record-keeping skills.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple batches and training schedules.
• Comfort with basic educational technology and computer-based training tools; familiarity with CBT platforms is an advantage.
• Team-oriented mindset, with willingness to collaborate with colleagues and contribute to curriculum improvement.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education in aviation or a related field is preferred but not mandatory if experience is strong.
• Experience in a multi-cultural training environment and prior work with international students is a plus.