Flight Lab Instructor - Part-time Instructor (Pool)
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 21, 2024
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
2012602Faculty
Working Title
Flight Lab Instructor - Part-time Instructor (Pool)
Pay Rate
Salary is determined by the department and based on course load.
Regular/Temporary
Temporary
If temporary, list duration
Type of Appointment
Temporary
Contract Period
Employment Category
Adjunct Position?
Yes
Position Summary Information
Position Summary
The Part-time Flight Lab Instructor is responsible to the Program Director/ Chief Pilot for performing duties assigned. As a certified pilot, the Part-time Flight Lab Instructor Pilot is required to pilot the aircraft in accordance with all applicable FAA regulations.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions include, but are not limited to:
- Serve as Pilot in Command and Instructor Pilot of Robinson R44 and Guimbal G2 Cabri helicopters;
- Duties will be performed at Clarksville Regional Airport (KCKV). Occasional travel may be involved (ferry flights);
- Performs other duties as required to include, but not limited to responsibilities in support of the following:
- Conducting flight training to include Flight Training Device (FTD) instruction;
- Conducting maintenance check flights.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
.
Physical Requirements
- PHYSICAL/WORK ENVIRONMENT MEDIUM – Exert up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently to flight control surfaces. Must be able to move and load 50 lbs. of materials without assistance or use of additional equipment in a timely manner. Must have and maintain FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
- CLIMBING – Ascending or descending ladders using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized to perform preflight, post flight and emergency exit actions.
- BALANCING – Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces; when performing duties on top or under the aircraft as part of preflight, post flight, or emergency exit of aircraft.
- STOOPING – Bending body downward and forward. This factor is important as it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full use of the lower extremities and back muscles to enter and exit aircraft cockpits and performing emergency exit actions.
- CROUCHING – Bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine in order to inspect the underside of aircraft and interior as part of preflight or post flight duties.
- HANDLING – Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand and fingers to perform numerous preflight, in-flight and post flight tasks.
- DIGITAL DEXTERITY – Working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole arm or hand as required for keypad entry of flight management systems.
- EXPOSURE TO WEATHER – Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather while performing preflight, in-flight and post flight operations and exterior ramp activities.
- NOISE – Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds or a pitch or level sufficient to cause marked distraction or possible hearing loss. Performing flight operations and conducting exterior ramp operations such as preflight, post flight, and aircraft fueling.
Required Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in any field, or associates degree in aviation or closely related field;
- Able to work any assigned shift or schedule, including mission support outside normal duty hours, and travel as required in support of mission requirements;
- Able to obtain and maintain in force a valid driver's license;
- Valid and current Rotorcraft Helicopter CFII certificate;
- Current second class FAA medical certificate;
- No previous aviation accident record;
- No previous suspension or revocation of pilot designation(s) or rating(s) (e.g., FAA and military).
The following current FAA ratings are required:
- Certified Flight Instructor – Helicopter
- Certified Flight Instructor Instrument – Helicopter
MINIMUM Required Experience:
- 500 hours logged total pilot time;
- 50 hours as an instructor;
Preferred Minimum Experience:
- 1000 hours logged total pilot time;
- 500 hours as an instructor to include 100 hours of instrument instruction;
- Experience conducting primary through advanced flight training for student pilots;
- Experience in both R44 and Guimbal G2 Cabri;
- 50 hours in the Robinson family of helicopters;
- A background search will be required of the successful applicant.
Posting Detail Information
Open Date
03/20/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
- Each applicant must include the names and contact information for three references, one of which must be from your most recent or current employer, with your application materials. Many people add this to the end of the CV/Resume.
- If you would like to additionally attach Letters of Recommendation to your online application, letters must be dated one year or less from the date of your application. You may attach your letters of recommendation in the “Optional Documents” section under the “Letter of Reference” tab. Letters of recommendation may be sent by email to “facultyapplications@apsu.edu” or hard copy to “Austin Peay State University, Human Resources Dept., PO Box 4507, Clarksville, TN 37044” with your name and desired position clearly indicated after your online application is completed.
- If granted an interview, unofficial transcripts will be required of applicants and official transcripts will be required of the selected candidate before the candidate will be offered a position. It is highly recommended that you attach unofficial transcripts in PDF format to your online application in the “Optional Documents” section under the “Unofficial Transcript” tab before finalizing and submitting your application.
- You will not be able to attach your letters of recommendation, unofficial transcripts or any other supplemental document(s) nor modify your application after it has been submitted.
Applicant review will continue until the position is filled.
Please refer all questions to facultyapplications@apsu.edu
Applications taken ONLINE ONLY at https://apsu.peopleadmin.com/
IT IS A CLASS A MISDEMEANOR TO MISREPRESENT ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Position Information
Posting Number
2012602Faculty
Working Title
Flight Lab Instructor - Part-time Instructor (Pool)
Pay Rate
Salary is determined by the department and based on course load.
Regular/Temporary
Temporary
If temporary, list duration
Type of Appointment
Temporary
Contract Period
Employment Category
Adjunct Position?
Yes
Position Summary Information
Position Summary
The Part-time Flight Lab Instructor is responsible to the Program Director/ Chief Pilot for performing duties assigned. As a certified pilot, the Part-time Flight Lab Instructor Pilot is required to pilot the aircraft in accordance with all applicable FAA regulations.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions include, but are not limited to:
- Serve as Pilot in Command and Instructor Pilot of Robinson R44 and Guimbal G2 Cabri helicopters;
- Duties will be performed at Clarksville Regional Airport (KCKV). Occasional travel may be involved (ferry flights);
- Performs other duties as required to include, but not limited to responsibilities in support of the following:
- Conducting flight training to include Flight Training Device (FTD) instruction;
- Conducting maintenance check flights.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
.
Physical Requirements
- PHYSICAL/WORK ENVIRONMENT MEDIUM – Exert up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently to flight control surfaces. Must be able to move and load 50 lbs. of materials without assistance or use of additional equipment in a timely manner. Must have and maintain FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
- CLIMBING – Ascending or descending ladders using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized to perform preflight, post flight and emergency exit actions.
- BALANCING – Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces; when performing duties on top or under the aircraft as part of preflight, post flight, or emergency exit of aircraft.
- STOOPING – Bending body downward and forward. This factor is important as it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full use of the lower extremities and back muscles to enter and exit aircraft cockpits and performing emergency exit actions.
- CROUCHING – Bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine in order to inspect the underside of aircraft and interior as part of preflight or post flight duties.
- HANDLING – Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand and fingers to perform numerous preflight, in-flight and post flight tasks.
- DIGITAL DEXTERITY – Working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole arm or hand as required for keypad entry of flight management systems.
- EXPOSURE TO WEATHER – Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather while performing preflight, in-flight and post flight operations and exterior ramp activities.
- NOISE – Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds or a pitch or level sufficient to cause marked distraction or possible hearing loss. Performing flight operations and conducting exterior ramp operations such as preflight, post flight, and aircraft fueling.
Required Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in any field, or associates degree in aviation or closely related field;
- Able to work any assigned shift or schedule, including mission support outside normal duty hours, and travel as required in support of mission requirements;
- Able to obtain and maintain in force a valid driver's license;
- Valid and current Rotorcraft Helicopter CFII certificate;
- Current second class FAA medical certificate;
- No previous aviation accident record;
- No previous suspension or revocation of pilot designation(s) or rating(s) (e.g., FAA and military).
The following current FAA ratings are required:
- Certified Flight Instructor – Helicopter
- Certified Flight Instructor Instrument – Helicopter
MINIMUM Required Experience:
- 500 hours logged total pilot time;
- 50 hours as an instructor;
Preferred Minimum Experience:
- 1000 hours logged total pilot time;
- 500 hours as an instructor to include 100 hours of instrument instruction;
- Experience conducting primary through advanced flight training for student pilots;
- Experience in both R44 and Guimbal G2 Cabri;
- 50 hours in the Robinson family of helicopters;
- A background search will be required of the successful applicant.
Posting Detail Information
Open Date
03/20/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
- Each applicant must include the names and contact information for three references, one of which must be from your most recent or current employer, with your application materials. Many people add this to the end of the CV/Resume.
- If you would like to additionally attach Letters of Recommendation to your online application, letters must be dated one year or less from the date of your application. You may attach your letters of recommendation in the “Optional Documents” section under the “Letter of Reference” tab. Letters of recommendation may be sent by email to “facultyapplications@apsu.edu” or hard copy to “Austin Peay State University, Human Resources Dept., PO Box 4507, Clarksville, TN 37044” with your name and desired position clearly indicated after your online application is completed.
- If granted an interview, unofficial transcripts will be required of applicants and official transcripts will be required of the selected candidate before the candidate will be offered a position. It is highly recommended that you attach unofficial transcripts in PDF format to your online application in the “Optional Documents” section under the “Unofficial Transcript” tab before finalizing and submitting your application.
- You will not be able to attach your letters of recommendation, unofficial transcripts or any other supplemental document(s) nor modify your application after it has been submitted.
Applicant review will continue until the position is filled.
Please refer all questions to facultyapplications@apsu.edu
Applications taken ONLINE ONLY at https://apsu.peopleadmin.com/
IT IS A CLASS A MISDEMEANOR TO MISREPRESENT ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Unofficial Transcript
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2
- Letter of Recommendation 3
- Other Document
