About This Role
Kalitta Charters II is hiring a Ground and Simulator Instructor for its B-737/757 training program in Ypsilanti, MI, supporting the operator's Part 121 flying. The role delivers initial, recurrent, and general classroom and simulator instruction, prepares lesson plans and sessions, evaluates and documents student progress, and maintains training materials. It requires an ATP certificate and a minimum of 2,000 total flight hours.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Deliver classroom, simulator, initial, recurrent, and general training in accordance with approved training standards.
- Prepare lesson plans, instructional materials, classrooms, and simulator sessions.
- Evaluate, document, and communicate student progress and performance.
- Recommend training improvements based on student feedback, performance trends, and operational needs.
- Maintain training materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, and continuous improvement.
- Model professionalism, safety-focused decision-making, and effective communication throughout the training process.
What We Offer
Employer Provided: Short Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Basic Life Insurance with Accidental Death & Dismemberment InsuranceTravel Assistance ProgramFidelity 401K with match. Additional Elective: BCBS – Medical 1000 PPO and 500 PPO options, Dental PPO, Prescription, TeladocEyeMed - VisionFlexible Spending Account – Medical and Dependent CareLong Term DisabilityLife Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and ChildAccident and Critical Illness Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and ChildHospital Indemnity for Employee, Spouse, and ChildMet Law CoverageNationwide Voluntary Pet Insurance.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
- ATP certificate. Minimum of 2,000 total flight hours. Ability and willingness to teach, coach, and support students with varying levels of experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills in English sufficient to safely and effectively perform training responsibilities. Ability to listen actively, present information clearly, and support a professional learning environment. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, iPad, PC, and compatible training technology
Preferred Qualifications
- B-737 and/or B-757 experience. 500 hours as a Certified Flight Instructor. Ground Instructor Certificate. Military instructor pilot, check airman, Part 121, Part 135, or Part 142 training experience. Flight Science, Flight Management, aviation, or related degree
- equivalent relevant experience may also be considered.