Flight Instructor Development Program
This organization's SkillBridge MOU expires September 30, 2025. This program may no longer be active if the organization does not renew.
Aero Elite Flight Training is Northern Virginia’s premier flight school. We provide pilot license flight instruction and turn your dreams of flying into a reality. At Aero Elite we welcome every flight enthusiast, from brand-new students to experienced aviators into our close-knit pilot community. As a part of the Flight Instructor Development Program, this internship is a unique opportunity for transitioning service members to immerse themselves in a civilian flight training operation and build flight hour experience as a Certified Flight Instructor towards the Airline Transport Pilot certificate.
ABOUT THE JOB
Job Description: As a part of the Flight Instructor Development Program, this internship is a unique opportunity for transitioning service members to immerse themselves in a civilian flight training operationKey Responsibilities Include:- Conduct both flight and ground training lessons- Create reservations and dispatch lessons following set standard operating procedures- Gather weather information and help plan flights with students and other instructors- Ensure students are progressing and meeting training objectivesAdministrative Duties: - Assist with student record-keeping in accordance with FAA & TSA requirements- Assist with any regulatory inspections and inquiries from the FAA- Communicate with the internal and external stakeholders on aircraft status and availability Requirements: - Receive commander approval and be within 180 days of separation/retirement to participate in the Aero Elite SkillBridge internship. - At least a commercial pilot certificate (Certified Flight Instructor certification preferred)- Desire to work in a Flight Training environment- Enjoys providing instruction and mentorship as much as receiving it- Ability to work collaboratively with fellow maintainers, instructors, and flight students as well as independently. Length of Training: This Internship Training Plan is written to cover up to 180 days (6 Months). However, this plan can be amended for shorter durations on a case-by-case basis.Interested members, please apply here: https://app.milivate.com/company_opportunities/1729259587407x806500188782854100
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct both flight and ground training lessons
- Create reservations and dispatch lessons following set standard operating procedures
- Gather weather information and help plan flights with students and other instructors
- Ensure students are progressing and meeting training objectives
- Assist with student record-keeping in accordance with FAA & TSA requirements
- Assist with any regulatory inspections and inquiries from the FAA
- Communicate with the internal and external stakeholders on aircraft status and availability
QUALIFICATIONS
- Receive commander approval and be within 180 days of separation/retirement to participate in the Aero Elite SkillBridge internship
- At least a commercial pilot certificate (Certified Flight Instructor certification preferred)
- Desire to work in a Flight Training environment
- Enjoys providing instruction and mentorship as much as receiving it
- Ability to work collaboratively with fellow maintainers, instructors, and flight students as well as independently
ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY
At least an FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate (Certified Flight Instructor Preferred)
ELIGIBLE SERVICE BRANCHES
All Services
PROGRAM COST
0
OTHER
N/A