Flight Instructor (CFII-Airplane and/or MEI)

Eastern Kentucky University; Kentucky; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

No benefits

Job summary

Eastern Kentucky University is seeking a part-time Flight Instructor (CFII and/or MEI) to provide flight, simulator, and ground instruction under Part 61/141 FAA rules. The role includes scheduling students, maintaining training records, and ensuring course standards are met across Private Pilot, Instrument, Commercial, Flight Instructor and Multiengine programs.

Minimum qualifications include a High School diploma, CFII and Commercial pilot certificates, and 300+ flight hours.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• CFII certification is required.
• Commercial Pilot Certificate (Airplane Single Engine Land) required.
• 300+ hours of flight time required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• CFII/MEI certifications preferred for MEI role with higher qualification.
• Proficiency in specific training aircraft (Cessna 172 or similar) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide flight, simulator, and ground instruction per Part 61/141 FAA regulations and EKU policies.
• Schedule students and maintain training records.
• Ensure course standards and objectives are met for Private Pilot, Instrument, Commercial, Flight Instructor, and Multiengine training.

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree

FAA Flight Instructor Certificate – Airplane Single Engine

FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate – Airplane Single Engine Land

FAA Flight Instructor Certificate – Airplane Multiengine

FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate – Airplane Multiengine Land

Job description

Title: Flight Instructor (CFII and/or MEI)

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 CFII and/or MEI will provide flight, simulator, and ground instruction in accordance with Part 61 and Part 141 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, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot, Flight Instructor, and/or Multiengine training courses.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High School diploma is required.

Experience

• FAA Flight Instructor Certificate – Airplane Single Engine; Instrument Airplane (CFII) is required.
• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate – Airplane Single Engine Land is required.
• 300+ hours of flight time is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• FAA Flight Instructor Certificate – Airplane Multiengine is preferred.
• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate – Airplane Multiengine Land is preferred.
• Proficiency in the Cessna 172 or other high-wing, fixed tricycle-gear training aircraft is preferred.
• Proficiency in the Piper Seminole is preferred (MEI only).

Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Open Until Filled

Yes

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.