Flight Instructor II - Weekday Shift

Cirrus; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Employer-Paid Coverages

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Free Health Tracking

Generous PTO

Employee Referral Bonus

Career Development

Exclusive Discounts

Community & Engagement

Job summary

A leader in personal aviation is seeking a Flight Instructor II to provide exceptional training for Cirrus customers utilizing Cirrus SR models. This role involves conducting training sessions, adhering to safety procedures, and assessing pilot performance. Ideal candidates will have a valid FAA Flight Instructor Certificate and prefer IFR experience. The position is full-time with benefits including health coverage, 401(k), and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• A minimum of one year pilot experience is required.
• Must have 350 dual-given hours or about 250 dual-given hours in Cirrus.
• Preference for IFR experience in congested airspace and extensive IMC.

Responsibilities

• Conduct training events following program guidance.
• Record all training event activities and results.
• Assess pilot performance across various domains.

Skills

Pilot experience

Customer service

Flight safety

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Current FAA Flight Instructor Certificate

FAA Pilot Certificate – Commercial Airplane

Current Second-class Airmen Medical Certificate

Job description

Flight Instructor II - Weekday Shift

Cirrus Aircraft - A recognized global leader in personal aviation, known for the SR Series, Vision Jet, and the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS). Our mission is to deliver aviation experiences that exemplify innovation, quality, and safety.

Job Summary

The Flight Instructor provides industry‑leading, learner‑centric flight training to Cirrus customers using Cirrus SR model aircraft at our premier Service Centers across the United States, following a structured, proprietary syllabus.

Shift

Monday‑Thursday 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Duties and Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Adhere to all industry and Cirrus‑established safety procedures and policies when performing job duties.
• Provide excellent and professional customer service.
• Make timely and accurate decisions regarding safety of flight.
• Conduct training events following program guidance and requirements.
• Provide flight and ground instruction per standards defined in Cirrus policy and procedure documents.
• Meticulously record all training event activities and results in pilot training records.
• Recommend students for FAA written and practical tests.
• Assess pilot performance in the psychomotor, cognitive, and affective domains for each training event.
• Discover opportunities to customize training events to fit individual student needs.
• Act as pilot in command of Cirrus aircraft while performing corporate flight missions, ferry flights, internal training flights, and demonstration flights.
• Perform normal pre‑flight and post‑flight inspections, clean, fuel, add oil and de‑ice fluid, update chart subscriptions, etc.
• Continuously learn the latest developments in the Cirrus Aircraft line.
• Process and maintain a deep level of aircraft knowledge and serve as a model aviator, flight instructor, and Cirrus representative.
• Maintain communication with students as required pre‑ and post‑training.
• Enhance flight safety by providing excellent, high‑quality, and standardized flight and ground instruction.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• One year pilot experience.
• 350 dual‑given hours or 250 dual‑given hours in Cirrus.
• Current FAA Flight Instructor Certificate (Airplane Single Engine, Instrument).
• Hold FAA Pilot Certificate – Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land (Instrument).
• Current Second‑class Airmen Medical Certificate or higher.
• Preference for IFR in congested airspace, mountain flying, extensive IMC, international flight, and night experience.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Instrument Airplane.

Competencies

• Communicates Effectively – Develops and delivers multi‑mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Manages Complexity – Makes sense of complex, high‑quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Collaborates – Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Decision Quality – Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Situational Adaptability – Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations.
• Ensures Accountability – Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Develops Talent – Develops people to meet both their career goals and the organization’s goals.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan: Dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
• Employer‑Paid Coverages: Group term life, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
• Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
• Generous PTO: 120 hours accrued within the first year.
• Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
• Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.

Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Airlines and Aviation

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