Aircraft Pilot Lead

About Us:

How to Fly is a leading online aviation education platform dedicated to providing high-quality training materials and resources to pilots worldwide.

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Chief Theoretical Instructor to lead our product development, ensuring all courses, books, and training materials meet the highest standards of quality and certification. As the cornerstone of our educational offerings, you will oversee the development of training materials with other pilots, content creators, and video editors to design engaging, effective learning experiences for pilots at every stage of their careers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Content Development:
• Design and oversee the development of course materials, including IFR, VFR, aircraft-specific guides, and ATPL theory.
• Certification and Compliance:
• Ensure all books and courses align with global aviation authorities (e.g., FAA, EASA, ICAO).
• Manage the certification process for current and future products.
• Collaboration and Teamwork:
• Collaborate with video editors and the project manager to produce engaging online courses.
• Partner with pilots from different areas of aviation to create educational content written in the signature How to Fly style.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Incorporate feedback from students, instructors, and aviation schools to update materials regularly.
• Stay updated on aviation regulation changes and integrate them into course content and communication channels.
• Leadership and Vision:
• Ensure consistency across all products.
• Act as the subject-matter expert (SME) and provide guidance to the team.

Salary: $120,000 – $180,000 per annum, depending on experience

Requirements:

• Aviation Expertise:
• Certified pilot or instructor with deep knowledge of IFR, VFR, ATPL theory, and other aviation subjects.
• Familiarity with FAA, EASA, or other global certification standards.
• Educational Experience:
• Proven experience creating or teaching aviation theory courses.
• Ability to simplify complex concepts and make them engaging for learners.
• Project Management Skills:
• Ability to oversee multiple projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Tech-Savviness:
• Comfortable using e-learning platforms, video production workflows, and digital tools.
• Interest and expertise in Microsoft Flight Simulator.
• Communication Skills:
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English (additional languages are a plus).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with certification boards or aviation authorities.
• Background in developing multimedia learning materials.
• Familiarity with AI-based learning tools.