Instructor - Chief Flight Instructor

Job description

College: SOWELA Department: Workforce Development: Sub department: Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 12 month Salary: Duties and Responsibilities: • Daily management of 14 CFR Part 61 and 141 operations and compliance with all applicable FAA and LCTCS regulations. Required Education : • Bachelor’s degree in Aviation, Aeronautics, or related field. - Conduct student stage checks, progress checks, and end-of-course evaluations as required by the Training Course Outlines (TCOs). - Provide high-quality ground and flight instruction to students under both 14 CFR Part 141 and Part 61 training programs. - Supervise, mentor, and evaluate flight instructors to ensure standardized training delivery and professional development. - Maintain accurate and timely training records in compliance with FAA and institutional documentation requirements. - Coordinate flight training schedules and ensure efficient aircraft and instructor utilization. - Assist with Safety Management System (SMS) oversight, safety briefings, and program audits. - Participate in curriculum review, instructional improvement, and integration of emerging aviation technology. - Support recruitment, outreach, and indus...