Chief Flight Instructor

Position Summary

The Chief Flight Instructor leads Instruction operations within an FAA-approved Part 141 flight training program. The position provides flight instruction, supervises instructional activities, conducts stage checks, manages regulatory documentation, supports students, and serves as the primary liaison with the FAA.

Schedule

• Full-time, salaried position.
• Specific work schedule not provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual flight instruction for primary through advanced flight courses in accordance with FAA training standards.
• Supervise flight instructional activities.
• Conduct required stage checks for flight courses.
• Oversee the Flight Operations Assistant.
• Manage pilot school documentation and academic records in compliance with FAA regulations and institutional requirements.
• Certify training folders and maintain required flight records, reports, inventories, and syllabi.
• Provide student counseling, guidance, and academic support.
• Take disciplinary action when necessary.
• Maintain security of facilities and equipment.
• Coordinate with airport personnel regarding operational and safety matters.
• Coordinate with the FAA Flight Standards District Office on program certification and regulatory compliance matters.
• Successfully complete the Chief Instructor knowledge and proficiency tests required by 14 CFR § 141.35 upon hiring.

Requirements

• Commercial Pilot Certificate or Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate.
• Current Flight Instructor Certificate with appropriate aircraft category and class ratings and applicable Instrument Rating.
• Must meet all FAR Part 141 Chief Instructor requirements for Private Pilot ASEL, Instrument ASEL, and Commercial Pilot ASEL.
• Minimum 2,000 hours PIC.
• At least 3 years and 1,000 hours of flight training experience as a Certified Flight Instructor, or 1,500 hours of flight training experience.
• Minimum 100 hours of actual or simulated Instrument Time.
• At least 2 years and 250 hours of instrument flight training experience as a CFII, or 400 hours of instrument flight training experience.
• Current Flight Review in accordance with 14 CFR § 61.56.
• Meet instrument recent flight experience requirements under 14 CFR § 61.57(c).
• Ability to maintain BasicMed or an FAA Third Class Medical Certificate or higher.
• Bachelor's Degree from an appropriately accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Aviation or a related field.
• Master's Degree or 18 graduate hours in Aviation.
• Commercial AMEL Certificate.
• Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI) Certificate.
• Classroom teaching experience.
• Administrative or managerial experience.
• Knowledge of FAA Part 141 flight school operations.
• Experience participating in student extracurricular activities.

Benefits

• Health care coverage.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Retirement through the Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS).
• Deferred compensation plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Life insurance.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• Educational benefits.
• Paid holidays.
• Vacation and sick leave.

Compensation

• Depends on qualifications.

How to Apply

• Apply through the employer's online application portal.

Application Deadline

• September 30, 2026 at 5:30 PM Central Time.