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EXPERIMENTAL AIRCRAFT ASSOCIATION is hiring: Air Academy CFI in Oshkosh

EXPERIMENTAL AIRCRAFT ASSOCIATION, Oshkosh, WI, United States


Air Academy CFI

Provide flight instruction during a roughly 30min flight per camper that is in accordance with Part 61, FAA regulations, Airmen's Information Manual, advisory circulars, airport operations and EAA Policies, procedures, and curriculum.

Ensures that all flight lessons are completed according to the EAA Air Academy Curriculum

Perform those flight instructor duties authorized by the Federal Aviation Regulations in accordance with the approved Curriculum

Responsible for accurately maintaining all appropriate records to include Camper logbooks

Monitor maintenance condition of the training aircraft, and inform EAA maintenance personnel of any questionable items

Providing flight/ground instruction to enrolled students while maintaining the highest level of safety and standards

Maintain clean, professional environment both in the aircraft and on the EAA grounds

Embraces and supports the EAA mission and performs safe practices in the workplace and aviation environment

Step in to support staff in executing camp programming when flying is not possible

Provide assistance with pre-camp and post-camp procedures

All other duties as assigned

Certified Flight Instructor Airplane Singel Engine Land (CFI ASEL) required

Current second-class medical certificate

Knowledge of appropriate Federal Aviation Regulations and related administrative and operational procedures and requirements

Knowledge of an ability to apply effective instructional techniques in the classroom and in flight

Ability to work well under pressure in fast-paced environment while exercising sound judgment at all times

Interpersonal/human relations skills

Verbal and written communications skills

Ability to instruct/teach

Attentiveness to detail

Aircraft piloting skills

Strong customer service skills

Typical camp or classroom environment. Possibility of extended hours, which may encompass early mornings and late evenings, exceeding 40 hours per week. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Preparation for AirVenture or other events may require lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally, standing and walking for extended periods of time while bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, and push and pull motions.

EAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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