Flight Training Leader & Program Operations

Auburn; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University’s School of Aviation is hiring an Assistant Chief Flight Instructor I/II to assist in leadership of flight instructor staff and oversight of the Professional Flight degree program. Reporting to the Chief Flight Instructor, you will help ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and high-quality instruction across flight operations and curriculum delivery.

The role emphasizes planning, scheduling, record-keeping, and collaboration with airport operations to maintain FAA-approved

Qualifications

• High School diploma with FAA Part 141.36 requirements.
• 500+ hours as PIC; 1 year flight training experience; total flight hours 250–500.
• At least 50 hours of instrument flight time; instrument instructor experience 125–200 hours.
• Level II requires Bachelor's degree in Management, Aviation, or related field; Master’s degree may be required for teaching.

Responsibilities

• Lead flight instructor staff supervision to achieve standardized instruction.
• Promote and maintain the highest level of safety for the AU flight training operation.
• Assist with operational planning related to student progress, equipment acquisition, curriculum development and program strategies.
• Maintain pilot school documentation and academic records per FAA, VA, and Auburn policy.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Meet FAA policies and regulations for AU's Part 141 certification and examining authority.
• Coordinate with airport maintenance and operations on safety and operational issues.
• Evaluate flight students for stage checks and End of Course (EOC) check rides.
• Schedule instructors and students and verify lessons.
• Advise students, instructors and staff as needed.
• Handle various issues after normal business hours (safety incidents, etc.).

Skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Operational planning

Documentation & records

Education

High School

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Auburn University’s School of Aviation is hiring an Assistant Chief Flight Instructor I/II to assist in leadership of flight instructor staff and oversight of the Professional Flight degree program. Reporting to the Chief Flight Instructor, you will help ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and high-quality instruction across flight operations and curriculum delivery.

The role emphasizes planning, scheduling, record-keeping, and collaboration with airport operations to maintain FAA-approved