Faculty-Aviation

Andrews University in Berrien Springs, MI

Under general direction of the Chief Flight Instructor, conducts quality flight instruction required in the professional pilot programs at Andrews University.

• Administration and oversight of the 141 flight program.
• Teaching flight and ground school classes in the department's Part 141 flight program.
• Participates in standardization training for each course that is taught and piece of equipment used in instruction; maintains flight proficiency for each course that is instructed; adheres to all FAA regulations and departmental policies and procedures; researches new and improved teaching techniques.
• Meets with each student as published on schedule; ensures that all flight lessons are completed according to the Training Course Outline specifications; ensures that all appropriate endorsements are made in the student’s flight book and personal logbook.
• Submits requests for stage checks upon completion of each stage of flight training with Office Supervisor; ensures that all flight lessons and flight books are completed before request for stage check.
• Ensures that all training activities, flights, and briefings are conducted during normal business hours.
• Pull aircraft in/out of hangar; help in tying down aircraft; fueling, assist in departmental activities; attend meetings; performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains Fuel Master in an administrative role.
• Providing primary, advanced and multi-engine flight instruction in the department's aircraft.
• Providing academic advising to current flight students.
• Other academic and committee responsibilities as assigned.

• Successful applicants will possess at least a Bachelor’s degree. A Masters or PhD in aviation or a related field is preferred.
• Applicants must hold a Commercial Multi-engine/single-engine class Airplane certificate. An ATP is preferred.
• At least 2 years of: PIC/SIC under Part 121, or PIC Part 135 or equivalent military experience is preferred.
• Current, or previously held and eligible to renew Certified Flight Instructor, Instrument Instructor, and Multi-engine Instructor certificates (Equivalent US military experience will be considered).
• Prior experience in FAA part 141 flight schools, turbine engine type ratings, mission or bush flying experience is highly desirable.
• Technology proficient (MS Office, iPad, online scheduling).
• Hold a current 2nd class medical.

Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

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