Deputy Chief Flight Instructor

The Deputy Chief Flight Instructor supports oversight of the core flying phase of the Multi Pilot Licence programme. The role helps ensure that cadet training and contracted-provider delivery meet approved training standards, operational safety expectations and applicable General Civil Aviation Authority requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor flying and simulator training delivered by contracted providers against approved syllabi, procedures and agreed service levels.
• Check instructor qualifications, authorisations, recency and competency records, and follow up on any gaps in compliance.
• Review cadet progress, training outcomes and performance trends, recommending focused support when learning objectives are not met.
• Support standardisation and quality assurance across instructors and training phases so assessment remains consistent.
• Deliver or support Instrument Rating Instructor training for synthetic flight instructors using approved training devices.
• Maintain accurate training records and contribute to syllabus reviews, corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate training schedules and operational issues with providers, while monitoring flight-time, duty-time and fatigue requirements.

Requirements and Qualifications

• A recognised bachelor’s degree and fluent English are listed requirements.
• Applicants need an ICAO or Commercial Pilot Licence with the specified single-engine, multi-engine and instrument ratings, plus Flight Instructor and Class Rating Instructor ratings.
• A minimum of 2,000 flight hours is required.
• The listed experience range is 7–9 years for candidates with the required qualifications.
• Candidates should be able to interpret aviation rules, training procedures and instructor authorisation requirements.

Skills and Professional Expectations

• Sound instructional judgement and the ability to give constructive feedback to instructors and cadets.
• Strong planning, decision-making, communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• A disciplined safety-first mindset with careful record keeping and follow-through.
• Confidence managing competing training priorities while maintaining standardisation and quality.

The successful candidate should maintain accurate records, communicate clearly and follow relevant safety, confidentiality, quality and professional standards. Teamwork, sound judgement and timely escalation of concerns are important.

Employment Details

This is a full-time opportunity based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Use the application link in this listing to submit your interest. Shift, roster, on-call or site duties depend on the role.