Aviation Training Leader — Flight Instruction & Safety

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time Off

Tuition Coverage

Retirement Contributions

Personal Leave

Job summary

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach is seeking an Assistant Chief Flight Instructor to oversee the flight training program, safety, and quality of instruction for 25 instructor pilots and about 250 flight students.

You will supervise workload, schedule training, monitor progress, conduct weekly meetings, ensure policy compliance, and mentor staff while promoting the university safety culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred.
• FAA Certificated Flight Instructor/CFI with instrument rating.
• 500 hours dual instruction given.
• 1–3 years related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Balance workload for 25 instructor pilots and oversee training.
• Student assignment and progress tracking across courses.
• Lead weekly meetings to coordinate flight operations.
• Ensure adherence to policies and procedures and regulatory standards.
• Administer phase checks and conduct performance evaluations.
• Mentor and supervise flight instructors and student staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Management

Organizational skills

Public relations

Technical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree required, master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Access

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Internet

Job description

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach is seeking an Assistant Chief Flight Instructor to oversee the flight training program, safety, and quality of instruction for 25 instructor pilots and about 250 flight students.

You will supervise workload, schedule training, monitor progress, conduct weekly meetings, ensure policy compliance, and mentor staff while promoting the university safety culture.