Full-Time Curriculum Aviation Instructor – Chief Instructor – 9 Month

Aviation Instructor/Chief Instructor

The Aviation Instructor/Chief Instructor (AI/CI) reports to the Department Chair of Transportation and is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Sandhills Community College FAA Part 141 Ground Training program. The position serves as the primary point of contact with the FAA for ground training operations and works collaboratively with the Aviation Program Coordinator and Department Chair to ensure program quality, compliance and student success.

The Aviation Instructor provides instruction in aviation courses, supports student advising, and contributes to program development, outreach, and continuous improvement efforts.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Maintain Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) and Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument (CFII) or Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI) and Instrument Ground Instructor (IGI) credentials in good standing with the FAA.
• Instruct aviation ground school and support simulator-based instruction.
• Oversee ground and simulator training activities, including syllabus updates, Training Course Outline (TCO) support, and recordkeeping.
• Ensure compliance with FAA Part 141 regulations and other applicable standards.
• Advise and support aviation students in academic and career progression.
• Maintain accurate instructional and student records in accordance with FAA and institutional requirements.
• Monitor scheduling and utilization of simulator and instructional resources.
• Collaborate with program leadership to support program assessment and continuous improvement.
• Participate in student recruitment, outreach, and community engagement activities.
• Support coordination with partner flight training organizations and airport stakeholders.

Sandhills Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or parental status, religion, age, ancestry, mental or physical disability, military status or veteran status.