Tradewind Aviation is a leading Part 135 commuter and on-demand private charter operator with operational bases at the Waterbury/Oxford, CT (OXC), Westchester, NY (HPN), Stuart, FL (SUA) and San Juan, PR (SJU) airports. Founded by aviation enthusiasts in 2001 on the premise that all flights deserve the highest quality aircraft, crew, and service, Tradewind provides personal air travel—both private and scheduled service—throughout North America and the Caribbean.
For more details visit www.flytradewind.com
Job Description
Ground Instructor at Oxford.
- Conduct Initial Ground school curriculum for PC-12
- Assist the Director of Training in researching, evaluating, and implementing new or revised training systems, policies, and procedures
- Deliver engaging and informative ground instruction sessions covering a range of aviation topics including aerodynamics, aircraft systems, navigation, weather, regulations, and procedures.
- Conduct assessments and evaluations to gauge student comprehension and progress, providing constructive feedback to facilitate improvement.
- Collaborate with flight instructors and other staff members to ensure seamless integration of ground and flight training activities.
- Serve as a mentor and resource for students, offering guidance and support to help them succeed in their aviation endeavors.
- Maintain accurate records of student attendance, performance, and training milestones, adhering to established documentation protocols.
- Uphold high standards of professionalism, safety, and ethical conduct at all times, serving as a positive role model for students and colleagues alike.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office suite; Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
- Ability to learn new software and systems efficiently.
- Some travel required as needed at other training locations.
- Ability to work flexible work hours and weekends.
- Other duties as assigned
