Instructor Pilot - Instrument (CFII) Intermediate

All Aviation Jobs; Ozark (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) retirement plan with company 
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Generous paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

AAR is seeking an Instructor Pilot (CFII) to provide flight and ground instruction at Fort Rucker, Alabama. The role requires maintaining training records and end-to-end instructional standards in accordance with FAA and US Army guidelines.

Qualifications include CFII, 2,000 hours rotorcraft, 1,000 hours as instructor, and US citizenship for site access. The position emphasizes safety, professionalism, and leadership within a government-aviation context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• CFII rating required; Robinson R-66 experience preferred.
• Minimum 2,000 hours rotorcraft time and 1,000 hours as an instructor.
• 150 hours of instrument time.
• 10+ years of helicopter aviation experience; Army/government training preferred.
• Current FAA medical certificate (First or Second Class).
• US citizenship required to access Fort Rucker site.
• Ability to maintain training records and follow ACS.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students through flight and ground training.
• Maintain flight training standards per FAA regulations and FSN TCOs.
• Ensure students meet training milestones.
• Schedule and coordinate training sessions.
• Demonstrate professionalism and effective communication; prioritize student development.
• Maintain contact with the Chief Flight Instructor and Director of Flight Training.
• Uphold FSN TCOs knowledge and FAA Part 141/61 requirements.
• Maintain safety program adherence and documentation.

Skills

CFII rating

Flight instruction

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Robinson R-66 Helicopter

Flight training equipment

Job description

This position is pending contract award. The estimated start date is October 1, 2026.

The Instructor Pilot (CFII) will provide flight instruction to students in accordance with FAA 14 CFR Part 61, Part 141 and US Army standards. Additionally, this position will provide ground instruction to students in accordance with FAA 14 CFR Part 61, Part 141 and US Army standards, maintain accurate student training records in accordance with approved Training Course Outlines (TCOs), and maintain electronic student flight records as required by TCOs.

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Mentor students throughout flight and ground training
• Maintain flight training standards in accordance with FAA regulations and FSN TCOs
• Ensure students achieve required flight training milestones
• Schedule and coordinate flight and ground training as needed
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, strong listening skills, and effective communication; prioritize student development over building flight time
• Maintain open and effective communication with the Chief and Assistant Chief Flight Instructor
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of FSN TCOs
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of FAA rules and regulations for Part 141 and Part 61 flight training
• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure students understand and follow the FSN Safety Program
• Complete all required documentation, including logbooks, flight documentation, endorsements, and related records
• Exhibit strong customer service skills
• Consistently represent and promote FSN flight training as a professional brand ambassador
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief, Assistant Chief Flight Instructor, or Director of Flight Training

What you will need to be successful in this role:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Current/Qualified to instruct in the Robinson R-66 Helicopter-preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of helicopter aviation experience, including support of U.S. Army or government aviation training programs.
• Minimum 2,000 hours total rotorcraft time and 1,000 hours instructor pilot time.
• 150 hours of instrument time.
• Extensive aviation experience in military or commercial operations with a strong record of technical and operational leadership
• FAA Certified Flight Instructor-Instrument (CFII) rating
• Current FAA First- or Second-Class Medical Certificate
• Ability to perform all job duties in accordance with Airman Certification Standards (ACS)
• Proficient computer skills required to maintain accurate electronic training and student records
• In order to access the Fort Rucker site, US citizenship is required.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off program
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
• Current FAA First- or Second-Class Medical Certificate is required.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.