Certified Flight Instructor

TransMedics, Inc. • Part-time • Bozeman, Montana, United States • 3d ago

Job Description:

As a C.F.I.youwillbe responsible forinstructing students in a classroom setting, conduct training flights,determinestudentproficiencyand report on student progress. C.F.I.’sareresponsible for training students in subjects such as risk management,aircraftsystems, operating procedures, handling emergencies, problem analysis,aircraftnavigation, radiooperationand 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.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

This positionis responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

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 Regulationsin accordance withthe approved Training Course Outline

Maintain Instructor qualificationsin accordance withregulatory requirements

Responsible for accuratelymaintainingallappropriate recordsincluding 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, andobjectivesare met by all assigned students as stipulated in the applicable Training Course Outline.

Initiate stage check requests for assigned students.

Responsible for thetimelycourse completion of all flight students assigned, including completion of required paperwork.

Monitor the maintenance condition of the trainingaircraftand inform Inflight Pilot Training maintenance personnel of any questionable items.

Recommend curriculum and courseware improvements whenappropriateand 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.

Perform otherTransMedicstasks and duties as assigned/required.

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

This position manages the following positionson a daily basis.

This position will not have management responsibilities.

Identifystudent training issues and seekassistancefrom supervisor prior to execution

Evaluate and measure trainee progress and recommend for qualification oradditionaltraining

PHYSICALATTRIBUTES

Standing, Walking and Sitting

Use hands and fingers to handle or feel. Reach with hands and arms

Vision:Maintainwithin FAA SODA standards

Climb or balance

Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or crawl

Talk or Hear

Ability tolift upto 100 pounds

Requires interaction with co-workers,clientsor vendors

Occasional weekend or evening work.

Exposure to extreme weather conditions: hot/cold: snow, ice, heat, humidity, rain, thunder, lighting,

Possible exposureto chemicals

Potential injury from transferring equipment

Adhere to safety policies and procedures

Requires Travel:Frequently

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Highschool Diploma or equivalent

FAA Certificated Flight Instructor (CFI)

Current FAA Medical Certificate

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Great attention to detail

Practical knowledge of:

Federal Aviation Regulations

Fundamentals of Instruction

Practical Test Standards (PTS),aircraftsystems, aerodynamics

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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.