About the Company

Thrust Flight is a professional flight training organization providing structured aviation training with a strong focus on safety, operational excellence, and pilot development.

Position Summary

The Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) is responsible for providing flight and ground instruction to student pilots while supporting safe, professional, and efficient training operations in accordance with FAA regulations and company standards.

Schedule
Training schedule based on student and operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide flight instruction in accordance with FAA regulations and company standards
• Conduct pre-flight and post-flight briefings
• Evaluate student performance and provide feedback
• Deliver ground instruction for required aeronautical knowledge
• Prepare students for FAA written, oral, and practical examinations
• Maintain accurate student records and endorsements
• Monitor student progression and communicate concerns with leadership
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and company SOPs
• Participate in the company Safety Management System (SMS)
• Coordinate scheduling and aircraft utilization with dispatch and instructors
• Participate in instructor meetings and standardization training

Requirements

• CFI required
• Commercial Pilot Certificate required
• Single Engine Land or Multi Engine Land required
• Instrument Airplane Rating required
• FAA Class II or Class I Medical
• Strong communication and instructional skills
• Strong safety and regulatory compliance mindset
• Ability to manage multiple students and schedules
• Strong organizational and documentation skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Multi Engine experience
• Strong mentoring and coaching background
• Professional training environment experience

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities
• Structured training environment
• Safety-focused operational culture

Compensation

• Not specified

Aircraft

• Single Engine and Multi Engine training aircraft

Location

Mesa, Arizona (Phoenix Falcon Field)