Posting DetailsPosition Information
Job Title Assistant Chief Pilot and Instructor, Commercial Aviation
Position Number 977241
Department Management & Marketing
Salary $90,000
Remote No
Job Summary This position supports the coordination of all university interactions with the Federal Aviation Administration through the Chief Pilot and serves as a backup to the Chief Pilot when needed. The role is also responsible for maintaining all required FAA records and documentation.
As an instructor, this position teaches courses and serves as the instructor of record for multiple flight-related classes each term. While flight instruction is provided by Skyline Aviation, responsibilities include managing associated coursework for three to four flight courses per semester and tracking student flight hours.
Essential Duties - Deliver high-quality courses in the flight operations track within the commercial aviation program; uphold safety and professionalism across all training environments.
- Act as instructor of record for flight classes (actual flight instruction is handled by the university's flight school partner).
- Create and maintain a system for accurately tracking student flight hours across all classes.
- Assist the chief pilot with coordination and communications with the FAA for compliance, approvals, audits, and program oversight.
- Support student recruitment and represent the Commercial Aviation programs at events and outreach activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Demonstrated expertise in commercial aviation education.
- In-depth knowledge of FAA regulations.
- Strong teaching skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills; capable of serving as a trusted point of contact with the FAA.
- Commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and student success.
Minimum Qualifications - Master's degree in aviation-related field or three (3) or more years of aviation experience with a written commitment to secure a Master's degree in an aviation-related field within two years.
- FAA ratings: Commercial Pilot, Instrument rating, Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), and Certified Flight Instructor-Instrument (CFII).
Preferred Qualifications - Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate.
Physical Requirements - Must hold at least a second class medical certificate.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F381P
Open Date 07/22/2026
Close DateDesired Start Date 08/17/2026
Review Start DateOpen Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to ApplicantsRequired Number of References 
