Job Description

We are Skyborne, an industry-leading aviation training academy with a mission to Build Better Pilots. As a growing business, we’ve invested in state-of-the-art training facilities in both the UK and U.S., as well as cutting-edge resources to deliver the very best in airline-focused pilot training. We are proud to operate three state-of-the-art training facilities. Alongside our UK head office at

Gloucestershire Airport, we operate from two major training locations - Vero Beach, Florida, and Bournemouth International Airport in the UK. Every role at Skyborne plays a vital role in guiding our trainees from the classroom to the flight deck, with our graduates going on to fly for leading airlines.

We set ourselves the highest standards and believe that work should be both satisfying and fun. At the core of Skyborne is a culture shaped by our values and pillars:

Creativity

We champion creativity in everything we do. We think differently and we aren’t afraid to ask questions. Innovation drives us forward and we’re always looking for smarter, more effective ways to improve how we operate.

Humanity

We foster a supportive, team-focused environment where staff and students feel empowered, valued and heard. We respect every individual and believe that recognition, inclusion and collaboration are essential.

Quality

Safety, expertise and professionalism are at the heart of what we do here at Skyborne. Trusted by our students and airline partners alike, we hold ourselves to the highest standards and we don’t settle for anything less.

We’re a people-first company and a motivated, passionate team who take pride in giving our trainees the strongest start to their aviation careers.

Our carefully selected team of professionals are committed to shaping the next generation of pilots. We partner with an extensive list of major global airlines, including British Airways, SkyWest, DHL, Jet2.com and easyJet. Whether aviation has always been on your radar or you’re discovering it for the first time, we’d love to hear from you!

As a Ground instructor at Skyborne, you won’t just be teaching; you’ll be actively contributing to the evolution of pilot training. We believe in the power of innovation, and we’re seeking dynamic instructors who share our vision.

We are looking for skilled and talented Ground School Instructors are responsible for delivering high quality ground school Instruction, to US and international students in accordance with Skyborne Airline Academy standards. In this role, Ground School Instructors will be fully trained to deliver UK CAA/EASA ground school instruction to UK/European students and students undergoing FAA141 ground school training.

As such, Instructors will report into the Skyborne US Chief Ground instructor and UK/EASA Chief Theoretical Knowledge Instructor. Ground School Instructors shall lead by example with a strong focus on professional behaviors and attitude as well as strong theoretical and practical knowledge of the curriculum. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy working with people and are motivated by delivering excellence, then we could be a good fit for you, and you for us.

Responsibilities include:

Delivering FAA ground school instruction to students, following a full course of standardization training.

Assist in development of course presentations, outlines and study materials as required.

Monitoring student ground school progress.

Preparing and maintaining training records.

Ensuring that his/her ground school knowledge is ‘up to date’ with all current published learning objectives.

Conducting administrative and other duties that directly support the role of the Chief Ground School Instructor in the US and UK.

Ensuring training policies and processes are followed.

Communicating/promoting policies, procedures and standards throughout the school.

Ensuring that all ground school training documentation, manuals and courseware are fit for purpose and meet the requirements of the business.

Ensuring that ground school training is delivered to meet Skyborne Airline Academy objective of being the safest, highest quality and customer focused training school in the world.

Qualifications

Professional requirements are as follows:

Extensive FAA Ground School Instruction experience, preferably under FAA Part 141– other regulatory experience considered.

A minimum of 12 months experience actively delivering classroom instruction.

Minimum of an AGI qualification is required.

Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.

Passionate about inspiring the next generation of commercial aviators.

Ability to concentrate and work in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to maintain strong customer orientation under challenging circumstances.

Culturally sensitive and aware.

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without restrictions.

Contingent to employment, all candidates must pass a drug screening and background check, along with TSA badging-if required for your role.

Additional Information

Benefits

Full Time, Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm

Salary: $60,000 to 61,800 depending on if you have AGI or your AGI and IGI

Health Insurance (medical, dental and vision)

401k Investment

PTO - 18 days, plus 5-Sick Days

Holidays - 9 days

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