Chief Flight Instructor ( Rotary Wing )

Position Description: The Chief Flight Instructor-RW conducts Primary and Advanced helicopter flight and ground training to prepare student and rated pilots to successfully complete certification for Private Pilot, Commercial Pilot, and Instrument Rating in KBFS selected rotary wing aircraft. Specifically, the Chief FI (RW) conducts initial proficiency checks of each instructor assigned to the flight training program; administers annual recurrent proficiency checks in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations; and supervises all RW scheduling, flight training, and evaluation activities. Monitors assigned flight instructors' performance; ensures compliance with FAA regulations; and makes recommendations to the KBFS Temple Site Manager and KBFS General Manager. Provides recommendations to the Site Manager for operations risk assessments and aviation safety mandates; maintains up-to-date conformance with regulatory and procedural changes in the flight training environment; reviews flight training program courses; and, assists with the preparation of FAA Training Course Outlines (TCOs), curriculum updates and the construction of degree/certificate programs. Serves as the principal Point of Contact to the FAA Flight Standardization District Office (FSDO) for all operations, instruction, and safety matters concerning the KBFS rotary wing operations. The Chief FI (RW) may delegate selected duties and responsibilities to the Assistant Chief Flight Instructor. Additionally, the Chief FI/RW must be capable of gaining and maintaining instructor proficiency in various flight training and utility aircraft (e.g., the R44, UH-1H, and Bell 206) operated by KBFS and must already have a minimum of 1000 hours of Pilot in Command Time, which includes a minimum of 400 hours RW CFI time. Must be capable of qualifying as an FI in various commercial single engine RW aircraft. Ability to qualify as Chief Flight Instructor for multi-engine RW operations is a plus. Develops and executes tailored flight and classroom training sessions in accordance with the standards outlined in the FAA Flight Instructor Handbook and makes recommendations for students to conduct solo flights, cross-country flights and to receive FAA certification practical tests. Prepares ground school lesson plans, maintains KBFS student and assigned CFI training folders, and completes required training entries IAW FAA and school requirements. The Chief FI should also have experience with external load operations and capable of certifying with the FAA as a Part 133 Chief Pilot following additional training. Previous experience as a Part 135 Chief Pilot is desired.

Experience/Skills Required: 10 years aviation experience, of which 5 years is Rotary Wing. Supervises assigned certified RW flight instructors at KBFS-Temple. Administers RW flight instruction program under FAA 14CFR Part 141. KBFS also provides flight instruction to selected student under Part 61. Also is capable of qualifying as Chief Pilot for KBFS Part 133 operations. Responsible for care and sustainment training of up to 8 employees that include flight instructors and Part 133 rigger technicians. Helps Site Manager administer the KBFS Safety Management System (SMS). Must have excellent knowledge of FAA regulatory requirements for 14CFR Parts 61, 91, 133, 135, 137, and 141.

Provides rotary wing or fixed wing flight instruction to rated and non-rated aircrew members on all flight tasks stipulated in the flight training Program of Instruction (POI), Flight Training Guide, and CFR 14 Part 141. A Flight Instructor routinely conducts the following tasks: Maintains own flight currency and proficiency as a hands-on instructor; independently prepares flight training syllabus, lesson plans, scheduling, and student training records; and conducts academic instruction in support of basic and advanced flight tasks and maneuvers, instrument training, terrain flight techniques, navigation, and end of stage check-rides. Conducts academic and classroom instruction on aircraft systems, training maneuvers, procedures, and other relevant aviation tasks. Maintains flight training records in accordance with appropriate regulations and local guidance. Conducts all operations safely and in accordance with established company policies, procedures (Flight Operations Procedures, Flight Profiles, and safety programs). Conducts pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight briefings

Education Required: High School Graduate and Graduate of Commercial Pilot Certificate program (military or civilian). Holds a current Class II Medical Flight Physical. Flight Instructor III possesses 2 years' direct experience as a Certified Flight Instructor with a minimum of 400 flight instructor hours. FW Flight Instructor III must hold at least one additional CFI rating (i.e., MEL, High Performance, Tailwheel, Ground Instructor, etc.) and previous designation as Chief or Assistant Chief Instructor. RW Flight Instructor possesses 2 years' direct experience as a Certified Flight Instructor with a minimum of 400 flight instructor hours. RW Flight Instructor is Turbine Engine Qualified and has previous designation as a Chief or Assistant Flight Instructor.

Security Clearance Required: Secret.

Certifications/Licenses: N/A

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $104,832.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities
• Signing bonus

Application Question(s):

• Are you capable of passing a CFI level evaluation to Part 141 standards?
• Are you qualified under 14 CFR Part 61 SFAR 73 to operate and instruct in Robinson R44 aircraft?
• Do you hold a current Class II Medical Flight physical?
• Are you a certified flight instructor?

Experience:

• prior military pilot or flight instructor?: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• FAA CFI Certificate (Required)
• FAA Single Engine Airplane CFI certificate? (Required)
• FAA Airplane Single Engine CFII Certificate (Required)
• FAA Helicopter Commercial Pilot Certificate? (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Temple, TX 76501 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Temple, TX 76501: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $104,832