SF50 Flight Instructor

Cirrus Aircraft’s Mission is to deliver an aviation experience that is the pinnacle of innovation, quality, and safety to our customers. Cirrus Aircraft 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 Cirrus aircraft has passed nine million hours and over 250 people have returned home safely to their families as a result of the inclusion of CAPS® as a standard feature on all Cirrus aircraft. Find out more at .

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:

The Flight Instructor provides industry-leading, learner-centric flight training to Cirrus customers.  To meet the demands of discerning customers who look for the absolute best, training is provided in iconic Cirrus Aircraft SF model airplanes at the premier Cirrus Services Centers across the USA.  The training follows a structured syllabus with proprietary course material for streamlined training to support the learning process. 

Primary Duties are to instruct in the SF50 platform, including Part 142 instruction for the type rating and recurrent training (Knoxville only) and Part 61 instruction for supervised operating experience and instrument proficiency checks. 

General duties include acting as pilot in command of Cirrus aircraft 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. The Flight Instructor 4 reports to the Flight Operations Supervisor. 

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 process improvements. 

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 
• 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 Cirrus aircraft while performing corporate flight missions, ferry flights, internal training flights, and demonstration flights 
• Perform normal pre-flight and post-flight inspections, clean, fuel, add oil and de-ice fluid, update chart subscriptions, etc. 
• Continuous learning of the latest developments in the Cirrus Aircraft line of aircraft products 
• Process and maintain a deep level of aircraft knowledge and be a model aviator, flight instructor, and Cirrus representative 
• Maintain communication with students as required pre- and post- training  
• Enhance flight safety by providing excellent, high quality, and standardized flight and ground instruction 
• 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. 

• Three year’s pilot experience required
• 1000 dual given hours or 750 dual given hours in Cirrus required 
• SF50 Type rating required (We will provide for the right candidate); ATP certificate preferred  
• Meet ATP Single Engine requirements as outlined in the FAR 61.159 (1500 total time, 500 XC, 100 Night, 75 Instrument, 250 Airplane PIC) 
• 100 Hours turbine time or experience currently employed as a pilot by Cirrus Aircraft 
• 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 
• 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:   

• Communicates Effectively - Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.   
• Manages Complexity - Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes, contradictory information to effectively solve problems.   
• Collaborates - Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.   
• Decision Quality - Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward·   
• Situational Adaptability - Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations. 
• Ensures Accountability - Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments·   
• Develops Talent - Develops people to meet both their career goals and the organizations goals.   

Ensures Exceptional Customer Service:

• Energizes the Cirrus Service Essentials
• Strives to improve service performance.
• Anticipates guests' needs and responds promptly.
• Displays guest hospitality, exemplifies excellent customer service, and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations.
• Handles guest requests, problems, and complaints.

Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:

• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
• Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
• Generous PTO: 120 hours accrued within the first year.
• Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
• Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.

These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!

This opportunity is 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.