Flight Instructor (CFI-ASE)

Eastern Kentucky University; Kentucky; On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Eastern Kentucky University is seeking a Flight Instructor (CFI) to provide flight, simulator, and ground instruction in line with Part 61 FAA regulations and EKU policies. The role schedules students, maintains training records, and ensures course standards are met across Private Pilot, Commercial, and Flight Instructor training.

This part-time, no-benefits position requires a high school diploma, CFI and Commercial Pilot certificates, and 200+ flight hours, with preference for a bachelor's

Qualifications

• FAA Flight Instructor Certificate (CFI) – Airplane Single Engine is required.
• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate – Airplane Single Engine Land is required.
• 200+ hours of flight time is required.
• High School diploma is required.
• Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Proficiency in Cessna 172 or similar high-wing trainer is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide flight, simulator, and ground instruction in accordance with Part 61 FAA regulations and EKU policies.
• Schedule students and maintain training records.
• Ensure course standards and training requirements are met for Private Pilot, Commercial, and Flight Instructor courses.

Education

High School diploma

FAA Flight Instructor Certificate (CFI) – Airplane Single Engine

FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate – Airplane Single Engine Land

200+ hours of flight time

Bachelor's degree preferred

Proficiency in Cessna 172 or similar aircraft preferred

Job description

Title: Flight Instructor (CFI)

Position Type: Part-Time Staff

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 25R000 - Justice, Safety & Military Science

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Other EKU Location

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Schedule Type:Part Time, No Benefits (less than 20 hrs per week)

Retirement: None

Contact Person: James "Zach" Staten

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The CFI will provide flight, simulator, and ground instruction in accordance with Part 61 FAA regulations, FAA Airmen’s Information Manual, advisory circulars, airport operations, and EKU policies and procedures. Schedule students, maintain training records, and ensure that course standards, training requirements, and objectives are met by each student in the Private Pilot, Commercial, and Flight Instructor training courses.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High School diploma is required.

Experience

• FAA Flight Instructor Certificate (CFI) – Airplane Single Engine is required.
• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate – Airplane Single Engine Land is required.
• 200+ hours of flight time is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Proficiency in the Cessna 172 or other high-wing, fixed tricycle-gear training aircraft is preferred.

Sponsorship:This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Open Until Filled: No

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.