Flight Instructor at Epic Aircraft Bend, OR

Epic Aircraft; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to the Epic Aircraft Flying Club

Company provided paid time off

Discretionary year-end bonus

100% paid health, vision, and dental benefits

Job summary

Epic Aircraft is seeking a Flight Instructor to provide ground and flight instruction for the Epic E1000 in Bend, Oregon. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree, FAA Certificated Flight Instructor credentials, and significant flight time, ensuring safety and excellent customer service.

The role includes corporate missions and supporting airshow sales, offering professional development in a vibrant team environment.

Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, paid time off, and a 401K plan with matching.

Qualifications

• Current and active FAA Certificated Flight Instructor.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Current valid U.S. Passport is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide standardized ground and flight instruction.
• Act as pilot in command of Epic aircraft.
• Maintain communication with clients before and after training.

Skills

FAA Certificated Flight Instructor (CFI and CFII)

Commercial Pilot ASEL

1500 hours total flight time

Detailed knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations

Confidentiality and discretion

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

Job description

Flight Instructor job at Epic Aircraft. Bend, OR.

Who We Are

Epic Aircraft is a leading manufacturer of high-performance, all-carbonfiber, single-engine turboprop aircraft. Our commitment to innovation, safety, and excellence has established us as a key player in the aviation industry. Headquartered in the stunning city of Bend, Oregon, we offer a vibrant work environment surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities. We’re seeking talented and creative individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in the aerospaceindustry.

What You’ll Do

As part of the Flight Department, theFlight Instructorwill instruct in and operate the fastest single-engine turboprop in the world, the Epic E1000, providing safe aircraft operation and outstanding customer service to customers and passengers. Your main tasks will consist of flight training, corporate missions, post-maintenance flights, and other assignments as needed. Initial Epic Factory Training will be provided at no cost.

• Providing standardized Initial and Recurrent ground and flight instruction to E1000 pilots
• Acting as pilot in command of Epic aircraft while performing corporate flight missions, including repositioning, ferry, internal training, and delivery acceptance flights
• Maintaining communication with clients before and after training events
• Escalating client and internal issues as appropriate to promote an amazing customer experience and collegial workplace
• Facilitating the resolution of discrepancies on newly delivered and corporate aircraft
• Operating Epic aircraft in accordance with applicable regulations and Epic company policies
• Performing all required preflight preparation (including weather assessments)
• Making and communicating timely and accurate decisions regarding the safety of flight
• Completing all necessary paperwork and documentation for flights and travel expenses
• Maintaining a deep level of aircraft knowledge and being a model aviator, flight instructor, and Epic representative

• Providing airshow sales support
• Delivery Acceptance flights
• Presentations to internal & external customers
• Special projects and assignments as requested

What You Bring to the Team

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education and work experience
• Current and active FAA Certificated Flight Instructor (CFI and CFII)
• Commercial Pilot ASEL, Instrument Airplane Flight Instructor ASE, Instrument Airplane
• Current 1st or 2nd Class Medical
• 1500 hours
• Total 750 hours
• Authorized Instructor IFR
• Current No Violations
• Detailed knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations, air traffic control procedures, and aircraft systems
• Confidentiality and Discretion
• A Current Valid U.S. Passport is Required
• Authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer without sponsorship now or in the future

Desirable

• Experience operating turbine aircraft in IFR, congested airspace, mountain flying, extensive IMC, and night
• Recent instructing experience in military, part 142, part 141, or General Aviation
• Recent instructing experience in turboprop or turbofan aircraft
• Recent instructing experience in advanced avionics (e.g., G1000 NXi)
• Experience providing instruction in simulators or training devices
• Previous corporate flight experience
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace
• Previous experience in training course development

What’s in It for You

• On-the-job training and advancement opportunities
• Access to the Epic Aircraft Flying Club
• Company provided paid time off
• Additional paid week off between Christmas Day & New Year's Day
• Seven paid holidays
• Discretionary year-endbonus
• 100% paidhealth, vision, and dental benefits for employees & 50% for dependents
• 401K retirement plan with a3% matchingprogram
• Pay increases based on performance
• Friendly team environment and fun company events
• Note: Relocation assistance is not provided for this position Epic Aircraft does notaccept3rd party staffing/hiringsolicitation requests