Chief Flight Instructor Job – KS

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Description

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About This Role:

Kansas State University’s College of Technology and Aviation seeks an inspirational and dynamic leader to serve as the institution’s next Chief Flight Instructor for its FAA Part 141 flight school. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position.

As Chief Flight Instructor, you will be responsible for:

Providing mentorship and oversight of approximately 35 part-time and full-time flight instructors
Ensuring alignment between ground school instruction and associated flight labs
Providing oversight of daily flight operations
Representing the program's interests on university-level workgroups and committees
While regular flight instruction is not a requirement for this position, applicants desiring to flight instruct will have the opportunity to assist with stage checks, instructor mentoring, and other similar flight duties as time allows.

Why Join Us:

Kansas State Polytechnic has an award-winning professional pilot program and has more Master Certified Aviation Instructors than any other college or university in the nation. We have a premium fleet of 35 aircraft and flight training devices with a large, active regional airport only steps away from the classroom.

Students train for certifications/ratings ranging from solo through commercial on a diverse selection of aircraft starting with Cessna 172s before moving on to more complex aircraft including Barons. Since the program is FAR 141 approved, students are allowed to meet the commercial instrument minimum flight hour requirement of 190 hours instead of 250 hours.

Within the program’s longstanding history at the university, Kansas State Polytechnic has developed and maintained numerous industry relationships with companies like Flight Safety International, Mesa Airlines, PSA Airlines, Piedmont, and Republic Airlines. These highly valued relationships ensure a level of comfort for the companies with our students, encouraging them to continue to seek out Kansas State Polytechnic professional pilots for internships and careers.

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Kansas State University embraces diversity and promotes inclusion in every sector of the institution. The university actively seeks individuals whose commitments and contributions will advance the University's dedication to the Principles of Community.

Job Requirements:

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree
Minimum of five years of relevant experience
Minimum of five years of experience supervising and mentoring others
Must meet CFR Part 141.35 requirements for Chief Flight Instructor designation
Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree
10+ years' experience supervising and mentoring others
Experience leading a diverse multi-member team
Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (ATP)
Type Rating/s
Gold Seal
Experience as Ground School Instructor
Willingness to work towards FAA eligibility requirements for Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE)

Other Requirements:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and actively seeks diversity among its employees.

Background Screening Statement:

In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee.

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