[Company] is hiring a Chief Instructor to oversee all flight training operations including Part 61 and Part 141 in partnership with Gallatin College. The successful applicant will have responsibility to oversee a total student body exceeding 150 students. The chief instructor will hold responsibility for all flight training operations at Ridgeline. This includes considerations of safety, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, training standards, and positive relationships with clients, staff, and external partners. The chief instructor will be the foundation for setting the tone and culture among instructors, assistant chief instructors and students in a professional aviation environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee all flight training operations including Part 141 and Part 61
Work closely with Montana State University (MSU) and [Company] leadership
Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and Part 141 training requirements
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate flight instructors
Maintain and update approved training course outlines
Monitor student progress, safety standards, and training quality
Serve as the primary liaison with FAA representatives regarding training operations
Qualifications:
Meets all FAA requirements for a Chief Flight Instructor as outlined in 14 CFR §141.35
Extensive flight instruction experience
Strong leadership and team management skills
Excellent communication and organizational abilities
Experience working with university aviation programs preferred
Prefer greater than 10 years of experience in a 141 environment
How to Apply: Send your resume to Amanda at [email protected]
Pay: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year