[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 15 million hours and over 240 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 [redacted]. 

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.

Job Summary

Cirrus instructor pilots instruct, operate, and pioneer the world in aviation training in the industry’s leading personal aircraft, the SR-20, SR-22, SR-22T and SF50 Vision Jet™.  

Our flight instructors provide transition training for SR-20, 22 and 22T aircraft owners as they take delivery of their aircraft.  Additionally, Factory Flight Instructors provide flight and ground training for company pilots.

Our flight instructors also provide 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].  Training follows a structured syllabus with proprietary course material for streamlined training to support the learning process. 

Cirrus instructor pilots will also serve as pilot in command through other responsibilities including flying to every corner of the United States, as well as dozens of international destinations, acting as pilot in command of Cirrus Vision SF50 Jet and SR series piston aircraft while performing CFR 14 Part 91 corporate flight operations, demonstration flights, ferry flights, internal flight training and evaluation flights. Strong customer service and interpersonal skills are required. 

Our instructors act as the face of the company in several different capacities while delivering the highest quality of flight instruction possible. The ability to cater instructing methods to a variety of student types and personalities is a must.  

Position

Required Education, Experience or License

Preferred Education, Experience or License:

Flight Instructor II

• Current and active FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI and CFII) required

• Current 1st or 2nd Class FAA Medical required

• 350 total instruction hours or 250 Cirrus instruction hours required

• Cirrus experience preferred

• IFR in congested airspace, mountain flying, extensive IMC, and night experience preferred

Flight Instructor III

• Current and active FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI and CFII) required

• Current 1st or 2nd Class FAA Medical required

• 750 total instruction hours or 500 Cirrus instruction hours required

• IFR in congested airspace, mountain flying, extensive IMC, international flight, and night experience preferred

• 350 hours [redacted] experience preferred

• Hold CSIP or equivalent preferred

These opportunities are located in Knoxville, Tennessee. Chosen as the location for our Vision Center Campus, the hub of our customer experience activities, Knoxville is often described as a hidden gem. Surrounded by the Smoky Mountains and home to the rambling Tennessee River, the town offers a plethora of outdoor activities and a vibrant downtown. Very few places feature the opportunity to experience live music, culture, outdoor adventures and acclaimed cuisine in one location. It’s no wonder why Knoxville was recently named as a “Top 10 Destination on the Rise” by Trip Advisor.

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.