Part Time Fixed Wing Certified Flight Instructor

Certified Flight Instructors (CFIs) at BETA are foundational to our aviation culture and operational readiness. CFIs provide high-quality flight and ground instruction to BETA team members across a diverse fleet, while upholding rigorous safety, professionalism, and standardization expectations. This role blends instruction, mentorship, operational discipline, and cultural leadership within a fast-evolving aviation environment. CFIs operate primarily from BETA’s Burlington, VT headquarters and fly year-round in fixed-wing aircraft including electric trainers, conventional piston aircraft, tailwheel aircraft, floatplanes, and multi-engine airplanes.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

Provide exceptional flight instruction under Part 61, aligned with BETA training standards

Conduct dual instruction, proficiency flights, and evaluation flights for pilots with a wide range of experience levels and goals

Conduct discovery flights and non-instructional flight experiences to team members

Deliver ground instruction, briefings, and debriefings using standardized curricula and training materials

Support onboarding and internal engagement events by educating team members on BETA’s flight training programs and safety culture

Participate in aircraft care, cleanliness, and basic operational readiness activities

Maintain accurate and timely training records in Flight Schedule Pro and other company systems

Manage scheduling issues directly with students via Slack, text, or phone call

Contribute to continuous improvement of training materials, SOPs, and operational documentation

Uphold BETA’s safety, professionalism, and risk-management expectations at all times

Minimum Qualifications:

Commercial Pilot Certificate – Airplane Single Engine Land (ASEL)

Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)

Instrument Instructor (CFII)

Minimum 500 hrs Total Time

Minimum 150 hrs Dual Given

High Performance and Complex endorsements

Valid 2nd class medical

Valid U.S. driver’s license

Ability to operate professionally in a structured, safety-focused environment

Strong communication, judgment, and instructional skills

Above and Beyond Qualifications:

Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) - Airplane

1000+ hrs Total Time

500+ Dual Given

Seaplane Rating and instructional experience

Tailwheel experience

Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI)

Experience instructing in technically advanced aircraft (TAA) or electric aircraft

Prior experience in corporate, test, or high-accountability flight operations

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Position is non-exempt (hourly); eligible for overtime in accordance with applicable laws

Must be able to manage a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends

Must be able to provide friendly and enjoyable instruction to a wide variety of people with a wide variety of goals

Must be able to lift 50lbs

Must be able to walk frequently to and from the ramp in varying weather conditions

Work environment includes flight line, hangar, classroom, and office settings

Requires sustained attention, sound judgment, and professionalism in dynamic operational conditions

The wage listed here reflects our best faith estimate for this role. We pay competitively and base compensation on a variety of factors including skills, experience, industry background, and the evolving needs of the role. We remain committed to fair and equitable pay and we're happy to discuss during the interview process.

Compensation

$30—$35 USD