Full-Time Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)

United Aviate Academy; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

United Aviate Academy is seeking certificated flight instructors to train student pilots under 14 CFR Parts 141 and 61. You will maintain training records, initiate stage checks, and ensure course outcomes align with FAA standards.

You will work with a safety-focused culture, collaborating with leadership and staff while supporting United Airlines policies and the Academy’s Core4 values.

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ experience as a flight instructor.
• 2+ years’ experience in a leadership role.
• Extensive understanding of 14 CFR, FSIMS 8900 and related aviation regulations.
• FAA CFI, CFII, MEI certifications or in United Aviate Pathway.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred (aviation or business).

Responsibilities

• Perform duties of a certificated flight instructor per FAA approvals and Training Course Outline.
• Maintain student training records and ensure FAA ACS standards are met.
• Initiate stage checks and End-of-Course requests for assigned students.
• Monitor aircraft condition and coordinate with maintenance personnel.
• Report student progress and maintain accurate records.
• Develop curriculum and courseware improvements when appropriate.
• Work full-time with flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Data & analytics

Strategic thinking

Decision making

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Microsoft Office

Aviation scheduling systems

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

FAA CFI

CFII

MEI (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Aviation scheduling systems

Job description

United Aviate Academy is seeking certificated flight instructors to train student pilots under 14 CFR Parts 141 and 61. You will maintain training records, initiate stage checks, and ensure course outcomes align with FAA standards.

You will work with a safety-focused culture, collaborating with leadership and staff while supporting United Airlines policies and the Academy’s Core4 values.