Chief Flight Instructor - Belgrade, Montana

Company/Organization: Ridgeline Aviation

Position: Management

Job Type: Permanent

Posted: 4/4/2026

Description:

Ridgeline Aviation is hiring a Chief Instructor to oversee all flight training operations including  Part 61 and Part 141 in partnership with Gallatin College. The successful applicant will have  responsibility to oversee a total student body exceeding 150 students.  The chief instructor will  hold responsibility for all flight training operations at Ridgeline.  This includes considerations of  safety, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, training standards, and positive  relationships with clients, staff, and external partners.  The chief instructor will be the foundation  for setting the tone and culture among instructors, assistant chief instructors and students in a  professional aviation environment.  

Key Responsibilities: 

• Oversee all flight training operations including Part 141 and Part 61
• Work closely with Montana State University (MSU) and Ridgeline Aviation leadership  
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and Part 141 training requirements  
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate flight instructors  
• Maintain and update approved training course outlines  
• Monitor student progress, safety standards, and training quality  
• Serve as the primary liaison with FAA representatives regarding training operations  

Requirements:

Qualifications:

• Meets all FAA requirements for a Chief Flight Instructor as outlined in 14 CFR §141.35  
• Extensive flight instruction experience  
• Strong leadership and team management skills  
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities  
• Experience working with university aviation programs preferred  
• Prefer greater than 10 years of experience in a 141 environment 

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