[redacted]’s Mission is to deliver an aviation experience that is the pinnacle of innovation, quality, and safety to our customers. [redacted] is the recognized global leader in personal aviation and the maker of the best-selling SR Series piston aircraft and the Vision Jet™, the world’s first single engine Personal Jet and recipient of the 2017 Robert J. Collier Trophy. Founded in 1984, the company has redefined performance, comfort and safety in aviation with innovations like the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System® (CAPS®) – the first FAA-certified whole-airframe parachute safety system included as standard equipment on an aircraft. To date, worldwide flight time on [redacted] has passed nine million hours and over 170 people have returned home safely to their families as a result of the inclusion of CAPS® as a standard feature on all [redacted]. Find out more at cirrusaircraft.com. Cirrus offers a competitive benefits package and is dedicated to the advancement of general aviation. The Cirrus Flying Club offers employees and their family members the unique opportunity to obtain their private pilot’s license in the comfort of a Cirrus or rent a Cirrus for an impromptu adventure at a greatly reduced rate. We are committed to investing in the future of our employees and company by offering professional development and career progression opportunities and we engage employees by offering several employee and family events throughout the year, as well as the opportunity to take part in activity clubs and community events. The Flight Instructor provides industry-leading, learner-centric flight training for the achievement of private pilot certificates, instrument ratings, advanced pilot certifications and ratings. To meet the demands of discerning customers who look for the absolute best, training is provided in iconic [redacted] airplanes. Training follows a structured syllabus with proprietary course material for streamlined training to support the learning process. Ancillary duties include identifying and communicating pilot progression and opportunities, record keeping, safety management, flight planning and preparation, lesson planning and preparation, complex problem solving, mastery of subject matter material, and recommending processes improvements. Duties include acting as pilot in command of [redacted] while performing 14 CFR part 91 corporate flight operations (demonstration, repositioning, and post-maintenance flights) when needed, flight reviews, proficiency checks, and other similar pilot and flight instructor duties. Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions Adhere to all industry and Cirrus established safety procedures and policies when performing job duties Provide excellent and professional customer service Make timely and accurate decisions regarding safety of flight Conduct training events following program guidance and requirements Provide flight and ground instruction per standards defined in Cirrus policy and procedure documents. Meticulously record all training event activities and results in pilot training records Recommend students for FAA written and practical tests Training events consist of flight lessons in aircraft, one-on-one ground instruction, and classroom ground instruction Implement a variety of training techniques to accommodate differences in learning styles and needs Assess pilot performance in the psychomotor, cognitive, and affective domains for each training event Discover opportunities to customize training events to fit individual student needs Act as pilot in command of [redacted] while performing corporate flight missions, ferry flights, internal training flights, and demonstration flights Perform normal pre-flight and post flight inspections as well as clean, fuel, add oil and de-ice fluid, update chart subscriptions, etc. Attend and lead pilot safety briefings Manage travel expenses in accordance with Cirrus company policies Continuous learning of the latest developments in the [redacted] line of aircraft products Process and maintain a deep level of aircraft knowledge and be a model aviator, flight instructor, and Cirrus representative Provide feedback for program improvements Identify needs to escalate concerns as appropriate Maintain communication with students as required pre- and post- training Enhance flight safety by providing excellent, high quality, and standardized flight and ground instruction Develop effective methods of safety communication, recordkeeping, ramp operations, and fleet management for flying club functions Maintain communication with students as required pre- and post- training Assist with company standardization flights to ensure company pilots are operating within company standards Provide flight and ground instruction per standards defined in Cirrus policy and procedure documents. Make timely and accurate decisions regarding safety of flight Manage travel expenses in accordance with Cirrus company policies Act as pilot in command of [redacted] while performing corporate flight missions, ferry flights, internal training flights, and demonstration flights Perform normal pre-flight and post flight inspections as well as clean, fuel, add oil and de-ice fluid, update chart subscriptions, etc. Move aircraft safely and efficiently on the Cirrus ramp All other duties as assigned Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Current FAA Flight Instructor Certificate Airplane Single engine Instrument Airplane Hold FAA Pilot Certificate Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land Instrument Airplane Current Second-class Airman Medical Certificate or higher 1000 hours acting as instructor required 350 hours [redacted] experience required Hold CSIP or equivalent required IFR in congested airspace, mountain flying, extensive IMC, international flight, and night experience preferred Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Proven record of successful flight instruction commensurate with experience required Strong customer service and interpersonal skills required Courseware development experience is preferred Presentation skills Professional appearance Identify and effectively communicate pilot progression, deficiencies, barriers, and needs using the common language of the Fundamentals of Instruction Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required. Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.