CFI for Next-Gen Pilots: Full-Time Flight Instructor

Westwind School of Aeronautics Phoenix, LLC dba United Aviate Academy; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwind School of Aeronautics Phoenix, LLC, dba United Aviate Academy seeks a certificated flight instructor to conduct flight, ground, and simulator training for student pilots under 14 CFR Parts 141 and 61, and FAA publications and academy policies. You will manage training records, initiate stage checks, and ensure timely course completion while coordinating with maintenance for aircraft conditions.

The role requires FAA CFI, CFII, MEI certifications (if not in pathway), leadership

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ experience as a flight instructor
• 2+ years’ experience in a leadership role
• FAA CFI/CFII/MEI certifications preferred
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Aviation or Business Administration

Responsibilities

• Maintain student training records per 14 CFR Part 141 and academy policies
• Ensure course standards and objectives are met as per Training Course Outline
• Monitor student progress and update records
• Recommend curriculum improvements
• Maintain safe, caring, dependable training culture
• Work full-time, nights, weekends, and holidays

Skills

Flight instruction

Communication skills

Leadership

Data & analytics

Education

FAA CFI

CFII

MEI

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Aviation scheduling systems

Job description

Westwind School of Aeronautics Phoenix, LLC, dba United Aviate Academy seeks a certificated flight instructor to conduct flight, ground, and simulator training for student pilots under 14 CFR Parts 141 and 61, and FAA publications and academy policies. You will manage training records, initiate stage checks, and ensure timely course completion while coordinating with maintenance for aircraft conditions.

The role requires FAA CFI, CFII, MEI certifications (if not in pathway), leadership