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Breeze Airways

Ground Instructor (First Officer Pathway)

6w

Breeze Airways

Salt Lake City, US · Full-time · $45,000 – $60,000

About this role

Working at Breeze Airways is an exciting endeavor and a serious commitment to bring “The World’s Nicest Airline” to life. The Ground Instructor to First Officer Pathway Program allows current CFIs to provide ground-based instruction for Breeze Airways while continuing to build time as a CFI.

Ground Instructors provide ground-based instruction for new hires as well as recurrent ground training for pilots in the Airbus fleet. This position conducts ground training for all categories including indoc, ground school, and recurrent training classes for pilots.

Ground Instructors in the program will provide instruction at the Breeze Training Academy an average of 10 days per month, allowing for continued building of flight hours when not scheduled. Ground Instructors must commit to 18 months in the role and work cross-functionally with truly awesome Team Members.

Three months prior to fulfilling the 18-month requirement, Ground Instructors in good standing will receive a guaranteed interview for A220 First Officer. If successful, ATP CTP and A220 Training class dates will be assigned upon reaching R-ATP or ATP minimums and fulfilling the 18-month commitment.

Requirements

  • Must be a current Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
  • Must have at least one year aviation instructor experience
  • FAA Commercial certificate with airplane multi-engine class rating
  • Must be at least 21 years old
  • Current First-Class FAA Medical Certificate
  • Valid FCC Radiotelephone Operator’s Permit
  • Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license and valid passport
  • Must pass a DOT background check and drug screening

Responsibilities

  • Provide ground instruction to new and current Breeze pilots, including indoc, ground school, and recurrent training
  • Ensure course content meets regulatory requirements
  • Coordinate with the Manager, Ground Training Systems to ensure standardization of curriculum materials
  • Prepare and maintain accurate, error-free training records and documentation
  • Maintain classrooms and other training facilities in a clean, neat condition
  • Continuously review company, industry, government, and related publications to keep current on methods, procedures, policies and regulations
  • Assist in the planning, coordination, and scheduling of classroom training
  • Prepare and maintain presentations and provide classroom training

Benefits

  • Guaranteed interview for A220 First Officer position upon fulfilling 18-month commitment
  • Ability to continue building flight hours when not scheduled at the Breeze Training Academy
  • Opportunity to work for a growing airline focused on technology, ingenuity, and kindness