Responsibilities
Senior Flight Operations Instructor is responsible for delivering high‑quality instruction for Spirit Airlines pilot Initial Qualification, Recurrent/CQ, Captain Upgrade, and Requalification curricula, as well as other assigned projects. Training is conducted in various environments, including the classroom, emergency training equipment mock‑up facilities, and Level 5 Flight Training Devices.
- Committed “Servant Leader”: the success of your team and students is priority.
- Professional Airline Pilot Instructions includes but not limited to the following areas:
- Initial New Hire curriculum: Spirit Airlines Basic Indoc, General Subjects, emergency training and drills, etc. (classroom, mockup facility). A320 normal, abnormal, and emergency procedures, aircraft systems integration, performance/limitations (Flight Training Device, Level 4).
- Continuing Qualifications (CQ): General subjects, aircraft systems, crew resource management, leadership command and mentorship (classroom).
- Captain Upgrade: leadership command and mentorship (classroom)
- Collaborate with training team to identify, develop, and implement effective training methodologies.
- Subject matter expert, assist in the development and continuous improvement of courseware and/or training aids.
- Exhibit a commitment to the established professional aviation instructional standards.
- Strict adherence to Spirit Airlines FAA approved AQP training syllabus.
- Excellent instructing, facilitating and mentoring skills.
- Establish and maintains effective communication channels with applicable stakeholders.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office suite; Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
- Lead or collaborate in assigned training related projects or programs.
- Available to travel to support training events at other Spirit Airline Training Centers (currently; DFW, MCO, FLL)
- Must be able to work flexible schedule as needed by the training schedule requirements.
- Additional duties or special projects as assigned by Flight Operations Management.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Experience
- 5 plus years’ experience as an Airline/Aviation instructor preferred
- 5 plus years’ experience as FAR 121, 135 pilot or equivalent foreign operation
Certifications
- ATP preferred or commercial certificate with instrument and multi-engine ratings.
- A320 Type Rating (preferred) or equivalent type.
Functional and Behavioral Competencies
- Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, communication, and work output.
- Acts with integrity, upholding high ethical standards in all situations.
- Shows respect for colleagues, partners, and customers in every interaction.
- Applies strong intelligence and sound judgment to decisions and tasks.
- Collaborates effectively and contributes positively to team success.
- Manages change exceptionally well, adapting quickly and supporting others through transitions.
- Solves problems effectively by analyzing issues and delivering practical solutions.
- Takes initiative, pro-actively identifying opportunities and acting without prompting.
- Engages as a proactive learner, continuously seeking to build skills and knowledge.
Travel
Physical Effort
- Exert up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands are in excess of those of Sedentary work. Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Overview
At Spirit, we live “More Fly.” It’s not just about getting from point A to B—it’s about feeling fly while you’re at it. For our Team Members, it means thinking BIG, taking action, making connections, and having a blast while doing it. From the station to the cockpit, the cabin to the computer, every day is an adventure as we redefine travel.
Soar with us and enjoy travel perks that bring you closer to what matters. Join a team that empowers you to bring your full self to work, grow personally and professionally, and fuel the communities we serve. At Spirit Airlines, the sky isn’t the limit—it’s just the beginning!
EEOC Statement
Spirit Airlines is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
