Working at Breeze Airways is an exciting endeavor and a serious commitment to bring “The World’s Nicest Airline” to life. We work cross-functionally with truly awesome Team Members to deliver on our mission: “To make the world of travel simple, affordable, and convenient. Improving our guests travel experience using technology, ingenuity and kindness.”

Breeze is hiring- join us!

The Ground Instructor to First Officer Pathway Program allows current CFIs to provide ground-based instruction for Breeze Airways, while continuing to build time as a CFI.  Ground Instructors provide ground-based instruction for new hires, as well as recurrent ground training for pilots in the Airbus fleet. This position conducts ground training for all categories including indoc, ground school, and recurrent training classes for pilots.

Pathway Program Details

Ground Instructors in the program will provide instruction at the Breeze Training Academy (BTA) an average of 10 days per month, allowing for continued building of flight hours when not scheduled at the BTA. Ground Instructors in the program must commit to 18 months in the role. Three months prior to fulfilling the 18-month requirement, Ground Instructors in good standing will receive a guaranteed interview for A220 First Officer. If successful, ATP CTP and A220 Training class dates will be assigned upon reaching R-ATP or ATP minimums and fulfilling the 18-month Ground Instructor commitment.

Here's what you'll do

• Ensure course content meets regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with the Manager, Ground Training Systems to ensure standardization of curriculum materials
• Prepare and maintain accurate, error-free training records and documentation
• Maintain classrooms and other training facilities in a clean, neat condition
• Continuously review company, industry, government, and related publications to keep current on methods, procedures, policies and regulations
• Participate in the development and presentation of any special department or company training efforts
• Maintain a personal appearance, conduct and demeanor consistent with the professional, customer-oriented manner expected of flight crewmember personnel
• Instruct curriculum segments common to other training programs
• Provide ground instruction to new and current Breeze pilots.
• Prepare and maintain presentations and provide classroom training
• Assist in the planning, coordination, and scheduling of classroom training
• Other duties and assigned by the Manager, Ground Training Systems
• Achieve performance measures and adhere to established standards in conjunction with Breeze Aviation Group Values of Safety, Kindness, Integrity, Ingenuity, and Excellence

Here's what you'll need to be successful

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a current Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
• Must have at least one year aviation instructor experience
• FAA Commercial certificate with airplane multi-engine class rating
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Satisfactorily complete required training
• Familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite
• Must have the knowledge, skills, and ability to quickly transition to the 121-operating environment
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills
• Self-starter - must have a positive attitude and strong desire for success
• Complete projects on time with minimal supervision, ability to work varied hours when necessary to meet deadlines
• Current First-Class FAA Medical Certificate
• Valid FCC Radiotelephone Operator’s Permit
• Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license
• Must have a valid passport
• Must be able to travel unrestricted to and from the United States
• Must pass a DOT pre-employment drug test
• Must pass a TSA required fingerprint-based criminal history records check and Breeze background checks
• Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Must be willing to travel up to 10% of the time

Skills/Talents

• Exemplifies Breeze’s safety culture, values, and mission
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with individuals and teams at all levels in the organization

Perks of the Job

• 401K with Breeze Employee Match
• Generous PTO
• Travel on Breeze and other Airlines too!

Breeze Airways provides equal employment opportunities to all Team Members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  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.

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