Senior Certified Flight Instructor

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY 

As a Senior C.F.I. you will be responsible for instructing students in a classroom setting, conduct training flights, determine student proficiency, report on student progress and assisting the Chief Instructor and Assistant Chief Instructor as needed. Senior C.F.I.’s are responsible for training students in subjects such as risk management, aircraft systems, operating procedures, handling emergencies, problem analysis, aircraft navigation, radio operation and aerodynamics. You will also ensure students understand and practice all aspects of Summit Aviation’s policies and safety procedures. You will work closely with the Chief Instructor and Assistant Chief Instructor as you assist with some of their duties and progress into a more managerial role.  

RESPONSIBILITIES 

This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following: 

• Take inquiries from potential students and schedule flights for students.  

• Conduct tours of facilities and familiarize customers with Summit Aviation, Inc. policies, procedures, and flight training courses.  

• Perform those flight instructor duties authorized by the Federal Aviation Regulations in accordance  

• with the approved Training Course Outline.  

• Maintain Instructor qualifications in accordance with regulatory requirements.  

• Responsible for accurately maintaining all appropriate records including student training records, student logbooks, and computer records.  

• Regularly schedule each assigned student to ensure satisfactory progress through the course.  

• Ensure that course standards, training requirements, and objectives are met by all assigned students as stipulated in the applicable Training Course Outline.  

• Initiate stage check requests for assigned students.  

• Conduct student Stage Checks.  

• Responsible for the timely course completion of all flight students assigned, including completion of required paperwork.  

• Monitor the maintenance condition of the training aircraft and inform Inflight Pilot Training maintenance personnel of any questionable items.  

• Recommend curriculum and courseware improvements when appropriate and develop new curriculum or courseware as assigned.  

• File incident reports as necessary to report any observed safety violations or situations that may affect the safety of flight.  

• Perform IACRA associations.  

• Schedule student check rides with Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE).  

• Adjust student/aircraft flight schedule as maintenance dictates.  

• Maintain FAR Part 141 Ops Specs.  

• Perform other TransMedics tasks and duties as assigned/required. 

• Must be flexible and available to work nights, holidays and weekends as required. 

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES 

This position manages the following positions on a daily basis. 

• This position will not have management responsibilities. 

PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES 

•  Standing, Walking and Sitting   

• Vision: Maintain within FAA SODA standards  

• Climb or balance  

• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds  

• Requires interaction with co-workers, clients or vendors 

• Occasional weekend or evening work.  

• Exposure to extreme weather conditions: hot/cold: snow, ice, heat, humidity, rain, thunder, lighting,  

• Possible exposure to chemicals  

• Potential injury from transferring equipment 

• Adhere to safety policies and procedures  

• Requires Travel: Frequently 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• High School Diploma or equivalent  

• FAA Certificated Flight Instructor (CFI)  

• Current FAA Medical Certificate  

• Practical knowledge of:  

• Federal Aviation Regulations  

• Fundamentals of Instruction  

• Practical Test Standards (PTS), aircraft systems, aerodynamics 

 Every Organ Wasted is a Life Not Saved.

TransMedics, Inc. is a commercial-stage medical technology company transforming organ transplant therapy for patients worldwide. Our mission is to help save more patients’ lives by increasing access to viable donor organs for those who are awaiting an organ transplant. To accomplish this mission, we partner closely with transplant stakeholders worldwide and help expand their access to healthy donor organs, while delivering the highest quality technology, service, clinical care and outcomes. 

Driven by a passion for improving patient care, we make the impossible possible and keep our employees at the center of everything we do. Together, we strive to enhance the quality of life for transplant recipients and their families, fostering hope and healing in the journey toward better health. 

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TransMedics is committed to equitable and transparent compensation. The expected base salary range for this role is $40,050 – $49,950, which represents the company’s current good-faith estimate of compensation for this position. Actual salary will depend on factors such as, but not limited to, candidate experience, qualifications, skills, and the specific work location. This role may also be eligible for bonuses, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, paid time off, and wellness resources). We comply with all U.S. pay transparency laws and do not request or consider salary history.

TransMedics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.