Chief Flight Instructor - Brookings, South Dakota

Company/Organization: South Dakota State University

Position: Pilot-Fixed Wing

Job Type: Permanent

Posted: 3/4/2026 12:00:05 AM

Description:

In our organizational structure, this position will provide oversight and management of our FAA Part 61 Multi-Engine Instructor and Instrument Instructor flight training as well as duties of a Part 141 Assistant Chief Flight Instructor overseeing students enrolled in our Part 141 Course Outline conducting Private Pilot, Instrument and Commercial ASEL and AMEL training.  The position is responsible for managing and providing quality flight instruction and management and recruitment for 30 + flight instructors in collaboration with the Director of Aviation Operations and Part 141 Chief Flight Instructor.  Provide leadership and mentorship to both instructors and students by utilizing a strong working knowledge of all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, to include Parts 61, 91, and 141 and valuate the proficiency of each student as progression is made in their flight certifications   

Requirements:

• Associate’s Degree completed by date of hire;
• At least four (4) years of experience in aviation instruction;
• Commercial Pilot Certificate, Single and Multi-engine Land Instrument rating (ASEL & AMEL);
• FAA Flight Instructor Certificate (CFI);
•  FAA Instrument Flight Instructor Certificate (CFII);
• FAA Multi-engine Flight Instructor Certification (MEI);
• Current FAA Medical Certificate or ability to obtain one by employment start date;
• Meet requirements listed in 14 CFR 141.35 or 141.36 for an Assistant Chief or Chief of Flight Instruction;
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire;
• Effective written communication skills; and
• Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Successful placement of this position will contingent upon successful completion of an FAA checkout meeting at a minimum the requirements of 14 CFR 141.36.

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