FW Line Instructor I

Southern Utah University; Cedar City (UT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Utah University in Cedar City, Utah invites applications for a FW Line Instructor I. This full-time staff role delivers flight, simulator, and ground instruction in accordance with 14 CFR Part 61 and Part 141, coordinating course objectives with program policies.

The incumbent will schedule students, maintain records, monitor progress, and ensure safety training standards are met, while participating in meetings and contributing to program outcomes.

Qualifications

• High School/G.E.D Diploma.
• 250 flight hours total.
• AA Certificated Flight Instructor.
• Must hold FAA Class I, or Class II Medical Certificate.
• Aircraft piloting skills, including familiarity with flight maneuvers.
• Instructional techniques in classroom and in flight.
• Knowledge of FARs and related procedures.
• Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced, noisy environments.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Maintain 80% pass rate for final reviews.

Responsibilities

• Provide flight, simulator, and ground instruction per 14 CFR Part 61 and Part 141.
• Manage training schedules of all assigned students.
• Attend instructor and student meetings as assigned.
• Maintain accurate program records including student training records.
• Ensure all students understand and practice all aspects of the Safety Program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Scheduling

Effective communication

Ability to work under pressure

Team collaboration

Education

High School/G.E.D Diploma

AA Certificated Flight Instructor

FAA Class I or II Medical Certificate

Job description

FW Line Instructor I

• Salary: $32,500.00 - $41,000.00 Annually
• Location: Cedar City, UT
• Job Type: Full-time Staff
• Job Number: 202600093
• Division: Dixie L. Leavitt School of Business
• Closing: Continuous
• FLSA: Exempt

Position Summary

This position will provide flight, simulator, and ground instruction in accordance with: 14CFR Part 61 and Part 141, Federal Aviation Regulations, Airmen's Information Manual, advisory circulars, airport operational requirements, and program policies and procedures. This person will schedule students, maintain records, and ensure that each student in each flight course meets course standards, training requirements, and objectives.

Date of first consideration: 07/10/2026.

Essential Functions

• Perform those flight instructor duties authorized by the Federal Aviation Regulations in accordance with the current Training Course Outline.
• Manage training schedules of all assigned students.
• Attend instructor and student meetings as assigned.
• Maintain accurate Program records including student training records.
• Ensure all students understand and practice all aspects of the Safety Program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• High School/ G.E.D Diploma.
• 250 hours total flight time.
• AA Certificated Flight Instructor.
• Must hold a current FAA Class I, or Class II Medical Certificate.
• Aircraft piloting skills, including familiarity with and ability to perform required flight maneuvers and procedures.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply effective instructional technique in the classroom and in flight.
• Knowledge of appropriate Federal Aviation Regulations and related administrative and operational procedures and requirements.
• Ability to work well under pressure in fast paced and noisy environment while always exercising sound judgment.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Maintain 80% pass rate for final review and stage checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bravo Airspace experience.
• Density Altitude flying above 5,000 feet.

Supplemental Information

This position is contigent on funding.

Due to recent changes in H1B visa fees, Southern Utah University is no longer able to sponsor international faculty and staff that require an H1B visa and are currently living outside of the United States.

Southern Utah University does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex (including sex discrimination and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, disability status, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or other bases protected by applicable law in employment, treatment, admission, access to educational programs and activities, or other University benefits or services. For more information or contact information, please visit https://www.suu.edu/nondiscrimination/.

In accordance with Utah State Code 53A-3-410, appointment to this position is contingent upon the successful passing of a background check.