Flight Instructor

Dormont Manufacturing Co; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

Health/Dental/Vision/Life insurance

403B retirement savings plan

Tuition remission

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co in St. Louis seeks qualified Flight Instructors to conduct flight instruction in the professional pilot programs. Candidates should possess a valid CFI certificate, with a CFII/MEI certificate preferred. The salary for Level I is $40,000 and for Level II is $44,000, along with benefits.

The role requires adherence to FAA regulations, maintaining flight proficiency, and conducting instruction during scheduled hours. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to perform under stress, ensuring effective learning experiences.

Qualifications

• CFI is required along with a valid medical certificate.
• Must have the CFII rating to perform instrument rating flight training.
• Can conduct flight training in a single-engine aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality flight instruction in the professional pilot programs.
• Ensure flight lessons meet training specifications.
• Submit requests for stage checks after training stages.
• Ensure training activities are conducted during normal business hours.
• Assist departmental activities and perform other assigned duties.

Skills

Knowledge and instructor certification

Knowledge of flight instruction equipment

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Ability to instruct/teach

Analytical problem-solving

Logical reasoning

Ability to perform under stress

Attention to detail

Education

CFI certificate

CFII/MEI certificate (preferred)

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

Under general direction, conducts quality flight instruction required in the professional pilot programs at Saint Louis University. Participates in standardization training for each course that is taught and piece of equipment used in instruction; maintains flight proficiency for each course that is instructed; adheres to all FAA regulations and departmental policies and procedures; researches new and improved teaching techniques.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Personal Characteristics

• Knowledge and instructor certification appropriate to the position sought
• Knowledge of various flight instruction instrumentation and equipment
• Interpersonal/human relations skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to instruct/teach/tutor
• Ability to approach problems/decisions analytically
• Ability to reason logically and methodically
• Ability to perform under stressful circumstances
• Attentiveness to detail

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Participates in standardization training for each course that is taught and piece of equipment used in instruction; maintains flight proficiency for each course that is instructed; adheres to all FAA regulations and departmental policies and procedures; researches new and improved teaching techniques.
• Meets with each student as published on schedule; ensures that all flight lessons are completed according to the Training Course Outline specifications; ensures that all appropriated endorsements are made in the student’s flight book and personal logbook.
• Submits requests for stage checks upon completion of each stage of flight training with Office Supervisor; ensures that all flight lessons and flight books are completed before request for stage check.
• Ensures that all training activities, flights, and briefings are conducted during normal business hours.
• Pulls aircraft in/out of hangar; helps in tying down aircraft; assists in departmental activities; attends meetings; performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

The selected candidate will be hired into the job level to which their training/certification applies.

Level I Flight Instructor

CFI – the basic CFI certificate is required. Certified Flight Instructor– Airplane (CFI) required; CFII/MEI certificate preferred; bachelor’s degree preferred; can perform flight training in a single engine aircraft; valid medical certificate required.

Level II Flight Instructor

All of the above.

• CFII – must have the CFII rating when hired or has earned the rating while employed; can perform instrument rating flight training.

Salary and Benefits

Salary for Flight Instructor Level I ($40,000), Level II ($44,000) plus benefits including vacation and sick leave, health/dental/vision/life insurance, 403B retirement savings plan and match, tuition remission, employee assistance program and wellness program.

Function

Staff Instructor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non‑merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314‑977‑5847.