Rocky Mountain College
Chief Flight Instructor
The Aviation Program at Rocky Mountain College in Billings, Montana invites applications for a full time 12-month position. The Chief Flight Instructor is responsible for managing CFI’s and Training Course Outlines that pertain to RMC’s FAA part 141 Certification and part 61 training. This position is also responsible for ensuring students obtainpilot certification necessary to fulfill graduation requirements under FAR parts 61, 91 and 141 in a cost-effective manner. This person will be responsible for fulfilling the responsibilities of Chief Flight and Ground Instructor asspecified in FAR part 141 and will act as the primary liaison between Flight Operations at the FAA. This person will also be responsible for assisting the Director of Flight Operations with duties including, but not limited to; safety and safety program, personnel (staffing), curriculum development, Instructor/Director of Flight Operations andStudent/Director of Flight Operations liaison, SOP development and revision, Crisis Management, Aircraft Scheduling, Personnel Evaluation and general leadership and management of Flight Operations.

Requirements: 
Excellent leadership, written and oral communications skills. Bachelor’s degree and minimum requirements as dictated by FAR 141 for Chief Certified Flight Instructor. (Private and Instrument required, Commercialpreferred.) Certified Flight Instructor and Class II FAA medical certificate required. Certified Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII) required. Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) desired.

Starting salary will be $74,200 to $80,000 and will be starting in July 2026.

Information about Rocky Mountain College is available at https://www.rocky.edu Any questions regarding this positionshould be directed to the Director of Aviation, Dan Hargrove at dan.hargrove@rocky.edu or Human Resources at humanresources@rocky.edu Review of applications will begin immediately until the position is filled.

Benefits:
Benefits are available for this staff position. They include medical, dental, and vision, life insurance, long term disability, short term disability, 403(b) retirement plan and tuition remission.

To Apply:
Complete the Rocky Mountain College Staff Application. In addition, please submit a letter of interest, resume,and a list of at least three references by email to jobs@rocky.edu or by mail to Rocky Mountain College, HumanResources, 1511 Poly Drive, Billings, MT, 59102.

Rocky Mountain College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. 

Posted to UAA on 4/16/26

Eastern Michigan University
Assistant Professor (Aviation)
The School of Technology Studies & Professional Services Management (STPSM) at Eastern Michigan University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Aviation Flight Program. This position supports both Aviation Flight Technology and Aviation Management Technology, with an emphasis on high-quality teaching, student mentorship, and professional engagement in a collegiate FAA Part 141 environment.

Employee Classification: FA - Faculty 16 and 24 Pay
Pay Grade: FA 01
Division: Academic and Student Affairs
Subdivision: School of Tech Prof Services Mngmt
Department: College of Eng & Technology

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
 • Teach a contractual load of undergraduate aviation courses as assigned by the school.
 • Provide ground instruction as appropriate within the FAA Part 141 flight program.
 • Demonstrate excellence in student-centered aviation instruction, including the ability to clearly explain complex regulatory, safety, and operational concepts.  
 • Employ sound pedagogical practices in both classroom and flight instruction environments, emphasizing learning outcomes rather than personal flight experience alone.
 • Assess student learning using appropriate evaluation methods and provide constructive, developmental feedback.
 • Mentor students in professional judgment, decision-making, and ethical responsibility within the aviation industry.
 • Work with the School Director in planning, marketing, and recruiting activities.
 • Confer periodically with the School Director on curriculum and instructional matters.
 • Work closely with the Director of Flight Operations to coordinate instructional and operational needs of the flight program.
 • Work with the School Director in planning, marketing, and recruiting activities.
 • Provide academic advising to undergraduate aviation students.
 • Participate in curriculum development and revision to ensure alignment with FAA regulations, industry standards, and emerging technologies.
 • Engage in research, scholarly activity, or professional dissemination consistent with expectations for tenure-track faculty.
 • Provide service to the department, college, and university, including committee participation and student support activities.

Minimum Qualifications:
 • Terminal degree in Aviation, Aeronautics, Aerospace, or a closely related field
 • To qualify under the "Master’s Plus" designation, candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Aviation, Aeronautics, Aerospace, or a closely related field, supplemented by significant, documented professional credentials and industry experience. This classification recognizes the combination of advanced academic achievement with high-level expertise, ensuring that practitioners meet specific mastery standards beyond the foundational graduate degree.
 • Current FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) and Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument (CFII) certificates
 • Commercial Pilot Certificate or Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate AND at least two (2) of the following:
      • Minimum of 3,000 total flight hours
      • At least one FAA aircraft type rating
      • Four (4) or more years of collegiate-level aviation instruction experience
      • Documented experience in an aviation management or leadership role (e.g., Chief Flight Instructor, Director of Operations, safety manager, or comparable position)
      • Five (5) years or more experience in an aviation-related field. Pilot, FAA, Military ATC.
      • Minimum of two (2) years of experience teaching aviation-related courses and/or providing flight instruction at the collegiate or professional level.
      • Demonstrated effectiveness as an instructor, including the ability to articulate teaching philosophy, instructional methods, and student learning outcomes.
      • Experience using learning management systems and instructional technology for course delivery.
      • Strong written, oral, & interpersonal communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications:
 • Experience teaching in an FAA Part 141 flight training.
 • FAA 141 Assistant Flight/Ground Instructor Minimums
 • Demonstrated knowledge of FAA regulations, aviation safety, and aviation law, and insurance.
 • Experience with aviation safety management systems (SMS), airport operations, or regulatory compliance.
 • Designed and updated course syllabi, assessments, and activities
 • Experience mentoring flight instructors or serving in instructional standardization or leadership roles.
 • Evidence of excellence in teaching, such as student evaluations, peer observations, curriculum development, or teaching awards.
 • Evidence of or clear potential for scholarly or professional activity appropriate for tenure.
 • Additional certificates or qualifications UAS, A&P, Dispatch Certificate, ATC.

 Application materials must include:
  • Letter of application
  • Curriculum vitae, including publications, if any
  • Statement of teaching philosophy (up to two pages) addressing the applicant’s approach to aviation instruction and student learning
  • Names and contact information for three professional references familiar with the applicant’s qualifications

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. View Opening & Apply NOW!

Posted to UAA on 2/23/26

 

Western Michigan University
Pilot – Flight Standards and Evaluation
Join Western Michigan University as a Flight Standards and Evaluation pilot at WMU College of Aviation in Battle Creek, Michigan. The position ensures standardization of flight instructors through maintaining documents, training profiles, instructor training and evaluation checks.

Position Type: Staff
Department: College of Aviation
Posting Number: S1486P
Full or Part Time: Full Time
Tenure/Non-Tenure: Non-Tenure Track
Salary: Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, with an excellent benefits package.

Major Duties:
 • Assists in the development of standardization of new-hire and recurrent training of flight instructors.
 • Develops and maintains standardization practices and publications.
 • Conducts and documents evaluations of flight instructors and certifies their qualifications to provide flight instruction. 
 • Audits instructional practices for University standards compliance and federal aviation requirements.
 • Provides ground and in-flight progress evaluations and occasional specialty flight instruction.
 • Assists in executing safety related initiatives for flight operations.
 • Participates in post-incident debriefs. Provides training and policy change recommendations as applicable.
 • Trains and evaluates staff, student, and temporary employees.

Minimum Qualifications:
 • Bachelor’s degree in related field from an accredited institution, or a Bachelor’s degree in a non-related field from an accredited institution combined with relevant experience.
 • Three years’ relevant experience.
 • Supervisory or lead experience.
 • Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
 • Aviation industry experience.
 • Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) pilot certification; Commercial Pilot, Airplane Single Engine Land (ASEL), Airplane Multi Engine Land (AMEL), Instrument Airplane.
 • FAA Instructor certification; Certified Flight Instructor, Airplane Single Engine (ASE), Instrument Airplane.
 • Pilot and Instrument ratings for relevant aircraft.
 • Must meet FAA physical and medical standards for flight licensure.
 • Hold at least an FAA 2nd class medical; and have dexterity to fly WMU primary aircraft trainers (single engine and multi engine) from both pilot positions and accommodate weight and balance for at least 70% of the student population with standard fuel loads. As a reference, considering the average weight of our students and our current fleet, flight instructors could weigh up to approximately 260lbs.

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://www.wmujobs.org/postings/5022

Posted to UAA on 2/23/26