Flight School Manager

false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Position Title: Flight School Manager Department/Location: Flight School Fargo, ND Position Summary: The Flight School Manager provides leadership and strategic oversight of all flight training operations. This role is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality instructional programs while managing flight instructors, support staff, and the aircraft fleet. The Flight School Manager fosters a strong culture of aviation safety, professionalism, regulatory compliance, and educational excellence, while serving as a key ambassador for the flight school within the aviation community.

Essential Job Functions: Lead and manage all flight school personnel, including instructors and administrative/support staff Oversee the scheduling, utilization, and operational readiness of the flight school aircraft fleet Maintain compliance with FAA and TSA regulations, including accurate recordkeeping and operational standards Oversee initial and recurrent training for company flight instructors Conduct flight training, ground instruction and progress checks as needed Promote a positive safety culture with a strong emphasis on instructional quality and risk management Serve as a representative of the flight school within the community by attending local events and aviation related seminars Qualifications: Education Requirements Bachelor's degree in business, aviation, or a related field preferred Aircraft mechanical knowledge or familiarity with maintenance operations is strongly beneficial Flight Experience and Certifications Minimum of 2,500 total flight hours CFII and MEI ratings required Demonstrated experience instructing in single-engine and multi-engine aircraft Professional Skills and Attributes Strong leadership and people-management skills Proven commitment to aviation safety, professionalism, and pilot development Must maintain a safe pilot record and be insurable in all company aircraft Physical Demands: Ability to conduct flight and ground instruction, including extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking Ability to safely operate aircraft and work in hangar and ramp environments Must meet FAA medical and operational requirements for flight duties What We Offer: Comprehensive health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) HSA and flexible spending programs Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance (100% Company Paid) Long-Term Disability insurance (100% Company Paid) 401(k) with employer match Paid time off and paid holidays Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Wellness Program Fargo Jet Center has a Drug Free Workplace Policy which includes applicants passing pre-employment testing. Applicants testing positive for the presence of prohibited drugs are ineligible for employment. FAA and DOT applicants who become employees of Fargo Jet Center will also be subject to random, reasonable cause, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident testing.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.