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Overview

The Flight Instructor provides industry-leading, learner-centric flight training to Cirrus customers. To meet the demands of discerning customers who look for the absolute best, training is provided in iconic Cirrus Aircraft SR model airplanes at the premier Cirrus Services Centers across the USA. The training follows a structured syllabus with proprietary course material for streamlined training to support the learning process. Duties include acting as pilot in command of Cirrus aircraft while performing 14 CFR part 91 corporate flight operations (demonstration, repositioning, and post-maintenance flights) when needed, flight reviews, proficiency checks, and other similar pilot and flight instructor duties. The instructor reports to the Supervisor-Flight Operations. Ancillary duties include identifying and communicating pilot progression and opportunities, record keeping, safety management, flight planning and preparation, lesson planning and preparation, complex problem solving, mastery of subject matter material, and recommending process improvements.

Responsibilities:

- Adhere to all industry and Cirrus established safety procedures and policies when performing job duties
- Provide excellent and professional customer service
- Make timely and accurate decisions regarding safety of flight
- Conduct training events following program guidance and requirements
- Provide flight and ground instruction per standards defined in Cirrus policy and procedure documents.
- Meticulously record all training event activities and results in pilot training records
- Recommend students for FAA written and practical tests
- Assess pilot performance in the psychomotor, cognitive, and affective domains for each training event
- Discover opportunities to customize training events to fit individual student needs
- Act as pilot in command of Cirrus aircraft while performing corporate flight missions, ferry flights, internal training flights, and demonstration flights
- Perform normal pre-flight and post-flight inspections, clean, fuel, add oil and de-ice fluid, update chart subscriptions, etc.
- Continuous learning of the latest developments in the Cirrus Aircraft line of aircraft products
- Process and maintain a deep level of aircraft knowledge and be a model aviator, flight instructor, and Cirrus representative
- Maintain communication with students as required pre- and post-training
- Enhance flight safety by providing excellent, high quality, and standardized flight and ground instruction
- All other duties as assigned
- Reliable Attendance

Cirrus employees are expected to maintain reliable and consistent attendance. Employees are expected to report to work as scheduled and maintain consistent attendance.

WORK SCHEDULE/ONSITE EXPECTATIONS

This position is required to be performed in accordance with Cirrus’ Flexible Work Guidelines, including required in-office presence as outlined by Cirrus policy. Specific schedule expectations and onsite requirements may vary based on business needs and will be communicated by the manager.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

This role may require travel based on business needs. Specific travel expectations, including frequency, duration, and locations, may vary and will be communicated in advance when possible. Travel may include visits to one or more of the following locations: Duluth, MN; Knoxville, TN; Grand Forks, ND; Orlando/Kissimmee, FL; McKinney, TX; Benton Harbor, MI; Scottsdale/Chandler, AZ, as well as other regions as needed for events or additional business requirements.

Travel frequency for this position: up to 25%.

QUALIFICATIONS

- One year pilot experience required
- 350 dual given hours or 250 hours in Cirrus required
- Current FAA Flight Instructor Certificate (CFII)
- Airplane Single engine
- Instrument Airplane
- Hold FAA Pilot Certificate
- Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land
- Instrument Airplane
- Current Second-class Airman Medical Certificate or higher
- IFR in congested airspace, mountain flying, extensive IMC, international flight, and night experience preferred

OUR BENEFITS:

Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options
- Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts: FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA
- Well-being: Calm Health, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness incentives through medical provider
- 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting at 1 year of service
- PTO: Various PTO plans starting at 100 hours accrued within the first year
- Additional Time off Benefits: Paid holidays, 2 weeks of Paid Parental leave, paid time for funeral leave and jury duty
- Career Development: Tuition reimbursement program and professional growth opportunities
- Exclusive Discounts: Cirrus Store, partner and marketplace discounts available
- Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations

These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!