Employment Opportunities

UND provides outstanding opportunities for flight instructors to gain valuable experience and further their careers. With an emphasis on safety, standard operating procedures, and customer service, UND flight instructors are well-prepared for their next steps in the aviation industry.

 

Year round, UND Flight Operations operates a fleet of over 100 aircraft. Annually, UND conducts over 110,000 hours of training with over 1,000 students on the flight schedule. UND Flight Instructors average over 100 billable hours every month with an open opportunity to work more if you prefer. UND operates with a management culture that is based on teamwork rather than micro management.

Benefits

These benefits may be available to flight instructors and are offered based on the individual instructor's education status, rating, and number of students instructing:

• CompChoice 250 Health Insurance: Summary Plan Description
• UNUM Group Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Plan
• Employer Group Requirements for Medicare Part D Notice

Competitive Pay and Benefits - Whether you are looking for part-time work or a full-time career, UND Aerospace provides a competitive pay schedule and employer-sponsored benefits, including excellent health insurance.

Room for Advancement - Successful, self-motivated flight instructors will have opportunities to join the management team.

Flexible Schedule - With over 900 students and hours of operation from 6am to midnight, early-risers and night owls each get the opportunity to fly.

FAR 141 Curricula - The structured Part 141 curricula and supporting training materials allow the flight instructor to provide quality instruction to their students. Tools available include on-line teaching aids, podcasts, and course and maneuver guidance manuals.

Standardized Procedures - Aircraft standardization manuals provide detailed information and explanations of procedures, maneuvers, and how to perform them.

Computerized Scheduling and Records - The Aviation Information Management System (AIMS) is designed to facilitate the management of aircraft, students, flight instructors, and both flight and academic records.

Records Department - The flight records department provides support to the flight instructors and students by maintaining accurate flight records and ensuring all TSA requirements are met prior to the start of flight training.

Standards and Safety Departments - Every professional aviation organization places safety and standard operating procedures as two of their highest priorities. UND has both Safety and Standards departments to work with flight instructors and students on those respective areas.

MEI Training at Reduced Rates - For those who qualify, you can get your MEI at reduced rates.

Minimum Requirements

• FAA Flight Instructor Certificate
• Valid FAA Class III Medical Certificate
• Bachelor's Degree in an aviation or equivalent related field
• Ability to work in the United States

Preferred Requirements

• Prior experience with a Part 141 flight training environment
• Prior experience with highly-structured and standardized flight training procedures

Please submit your cover letter, resume, and references via email. We will schedule a phone interview shortly after we have received your information. For current UND students, please refer to the job posting and CFI hiring information available on the Flight Training Labs website. Send all information to Paula Raaum.

The UND Aerospace Flight Training Center in Phoenix, AZ is looking for professional flight instructors to provide flight instruction within the 141 curricula.

 

We emphasize safety, standardization, and customer service. UND Aerospace operates with a management culture that is based on teamwork rather than micro management.

Located at the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, we continue to grow each year. UND Aerospace Flight Instructors average over 100 billable hours every month, with an open opportunity to work more if you prefer.

Opportunities to teach aviation-related ground schools are also available.

Benefits

Competitive Pay and Benefits - Whether you are looking for part-time work or a full-time career, UND Aerospace provides a competitive pay schedule and employer-sponsored benefits.

Room for Advancement - Successful, self-motivated flight instructors will have opportunities to join the management team.

State-of-the-Art Facilities - Located at Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, in partnership with Chandler-Gilbert Community College, UND Aerospace operates out of new facilities located on the flight line.

New Glass Cockpit Fleet - The primary training aircraft are Garmin 1000-equipped Cessna 172s that are only a few years old.

Provide Flight INstruction within the FAR 141 Curricula - The structured Part 141 curricula and supporting training materials allow the flight instructor to provide quality instruction to their students. Tools available include online teaching aids, podcasts, and course and maneuver guidance manuals.

Aircraft Maintenance - UND Aerospace is known for our well-maintained aircraft. Aircraft are maintained on an FAA-approved program and quality control is monitored by UND's Part 145 Repair station.

Standardized Procedures - Aircraft Standardization manuals provide detailed information and explanations of procedures, maneuvers, and how to perform them.

Computerized Scheduling and Records - The Aviation Information Management System (AIMS) is designed to facilitate the management of aircraft, students, flight instructors, and both flight and academic records.

Records Department - The flight records department provides support to the flight instructors and students by maintaining accurate flight records and ensuring all TSA requirements are met prior to the start of flight training.

Standards and Safety Departments - Every professional aviation organization places safety and standard operating procedures as two of their highest priorities. UND has both Safety and Standards departments to work with flight instructors and students on those respective areas.

Opportunity to Defer Student Loans - If you have student debt, you can defer your student loans while you work. Contact us to learn more.

MEI Training at Reduced Rates - For those who qualify, you can get your MEI at reduced rates.

Enjoy the Experience - Enjoy the benefits of living in the Southwest U.S. Gain experience flying in Class B airspace and mountainous terrain. Enjoy the life of Phoenix, major sport events, shows, and activities year-round.

Minimum Requirements

• FAA Flight Instructor Certificate
• Valid FAA Class III Medical Certificate
• Ability to work in the United States

Preferred Requirements

• CFII
• MEI
• Dual Given

To apply for a UND Aerospace Flight Instructor position in Phoenix, AZ, please submit your cover letter, resume, and references via email. We will schedule a phone interview shortly after we have received your information. Please send all information to:

Rex Ginder

Site Manager
P 480.988.8117
UNDPhoenix@aero.und.edu