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CAE USA Inc.

Flight Instructors

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What they do

A Pilot Instructor teaches people to fly and operate airplanes and/or helicopters. Helps students achieve pilot licenses or certifications. Requires both a pilot license and pilot training license.

$123,863 / year median in Florida

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Description Help for Partial Job Description. Opens a new window. About This Role The Flight Instructor is responsible for delivering high quality flight, simulator and ground instruction to students in compliance with the CAE Global Academy Training standards and Safety standards and applicable aviation authority regulations. He/she ensures that course standards, training requirements and objectives are met by each student. This position is training students with a strong focus on professional behavior and attitude besides strong theoretical and practical knowledge of flying. Therefore 'teaching by example' is a very important responsibility for the Flight Instructor.
  • Instruct students in practical and simulator training strictly adhering to the applicable Training and Safety Standards, CGA Quality standards and/or other company directives
  • Monitor, plan and assist students to enable satisfactory progress through the course and stay within established timelines; timely and pro-active reporting and action to prevent delays and unsatisfactory progress
  • Promotes safe behavior at all times and complies in behavior and execution with the Safety Management System; ensures all students understand and practice all aspects of the CGA Safety Management System
  • Responsible for timely and accurate completion of all student and flight related administration and records including planning for examinations
  • 'Teaching by example' by behaving as an exemplary role model to students promoting professional, disciplined and safe behavior
  • Monitor technical and internal status and cleanliness of all the aircraft concerned and report discrepancies to the responsible people
  • Attends administrative, standardization and instructor development meetings and in-service training as assigned; also attends open days and trade shows as requested
  • Identify and initiate improvements for practical instruction and Training Standards and work with responsible people to constantly improve safety and quality levels
KEY PROCESSES
Conducting practical and simulator flight training to students Completion of student and flight related administration Execution of Safety Management System
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATOR
(KPI) Student pass rate on first attempt on check rides and examinations Client feedback rating through client feedback survey
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
  • Ability to work well in a highly structured environment
  • Team oriented
  • Result oriented
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
  • Knowledge of MS Word and MS Outlook
EDUCATION REQUIRED
  • No aircraft accident or aviation violation convictions
  • Current Commercial Pilot License
  • Flight Instructor Qualification is an advantage
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
  • Minimum requirements as indicated in Training Standards and as required by local aviation authorities
  • Previous experience as trainer or teacher is an advantage
CONTACTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Communication to students and parents
  • Communication to colleague instructors and other departments (ie Maintenance, Operations)
LANGUAGE SKILLS
  • English ICAO level 4 is required
  • Other languages are an advantage Position Type Temporary (Fixed Term) CAE thanks all applicants for their interest.
However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted. Equal Opportunity Employer CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender indentity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by local laws. If you dont see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at CAECarrieres-Careerscae.com

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance