Certified Flight Instructor

Job Description:
Job Summary:
As a C.F.I. you will be responsible for instructing students in a classroom setting, conduct training flights, determine student proficiency and report on student progress. C.F.I.’s are responsible for training students in subjects such as risk management, aircraft systems, operating procedures, handling emergencies, problem analysis, aircraft navigation, radio operation and aerodynamics. You will also ensure students understand and practice all aspects of Summit Aviation’s policies and safety procedures. This position works with minimal supervision.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Take inquiries from potential students and schedule flights for students
Conduct tours of facilities and familiarize customers with Summit Aviation, Inc. policies, procedures, and flight training courses.
Perform those flight instructor duties authorized by the Federal Aviation Regulations in accordance with the approved Training Course Outline
Maintain Instructor qualifications in accordance with regulatory requirements
Responsible for accurately maintaining all appropriate records including student training records, student logbooks, and computer records.
Regularly schedule each assigned student to ensure satisfactory progress through the course
Ensure that course standards, training requirements, and objectives are met by all assigned students as stipulated in the applicable Training Course Outline.
Initiate stage check requests for assigned students.
Responsible for the timely course completion of all flight students assigned, including completion of required paperwork.
Monitor the maintenance condition of the training aircraft and inform Inflight Pilot Training maintenance personnel of any questionable items.
Recommend curriculum and courseware improvements when appropriate and develop new curriculum or courseware as assigned.
File incident reports as necessary to report any observed safety violations or situations that may affect the safety of flight.
Attend administrative, standardization, in-service training, and instructor development meetings as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Highschool Diploma or equivalent
FAA Certificated Flight Instructor (CFI)
Current FAA Medical Certificate
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
MEI or CFII Preferred (Not Required)
TransMedics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.