UAS Certified Flight Instructor

All Aviation Jobs; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

All Aviation Jobs is seeking a part-time, non-benefited instructor to deliver ground and flight training for AVIT 238 in sUAS at UND campus in Grand Forks, North Dakota. The role requires hands-on training, maintenance of training equipment, and accurate inventory records.

The position emphasizes independent teaching, strong communication, and knowledge of sUAS operations; a remote pilot certificate and AVIT 238 completion are required, with possible pay adjustments based on certifications.

Qualifications

• Interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Ability to train students without direct supervision.
• Knowledge of sUAS operations and training procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide ground and flight training for AVIT 238 in sUAS.
• Maintain training equipment and facilities.
• Maintain inventory records for training materials.
• Observe sUAS flight training activities (CFI preferred).
• Pay adjustments may apply based on certifications/experience.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Independent training

sUAS operations knowledge

Remote pilot certificate

Education

AVIT 238 completion

Job description

Salary/Position Classification

• 18.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 10 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide ground and flight training as an instructor for AVIT 238 in sUAS.
• Maintenance and repair of sUAS training
• Maintain inventory records
• Observe sUAS flight training activities. CFI preferred.
• Pay adjustment can be made for level of certifications/experience

Minimum Requirements

• Interpersonal/Human relationship skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to conduct student training without the need for direct oversight
• Knowledge of sUAS operations
• Requires remote pilot certificate and completion of AVIT 238
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of (both fixed wing and rotorcraft preferred