Lead Flight Instructor & Team Leader, Aviation Flight

Southern Illinois University; Carbondale (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s School of Aviation seeks qualified applicants for anticipated Flight Program positions. These are 9‑month, non‑tenure track appointments with an August 11, 2026 start date.

Provide flight instruction to students in Aviation Flight, perform inspections, and maintain training records. Lead as Acting Chief Flight Instructor and supervise Flight Operations, including night/weekend duties. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree by date of hire.
• Commercial Pilot Certificate, CFII, Second Class Medical.
• Must meet FAR 141.36 requirements within two attempts within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide flight instruction to Aviation Flight students.
• Perform preflight/postflight inspections and maintain training records.
• Conduct FAA stage and graduation check flights; act as Chief Flight Instructor.

Skills

Flight instruction

CFII

Team leadership

Pilot evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s School of Aviation seeks qualified applicants for anticipated Flight Program positions. These are 9‑month, non‑tenure track appointments with an August 11, 2026 start date.

Provide flight instruction to students in Aviation Flight, perform inspections, and maintain training records. Lead as Acting Chief Flight Instructor and supervise Flight Operations, including night/weekend duties. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.