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Director of Flight Training

AAR Corp. -
Fort Rucker, AL

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

Management
Safety regulations
Military flight operations
Airline regulations compliance
Instructor-led training (training delivery method)
Military aviation experience
Classroom experience
Developing new training programs
Classroom Teaching
Legal compliance
Teaching experience within aviation industry
Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
Professional development training

Full Job Description

About Us: AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services. AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.

Director of Flight Training - 18602

Description

This position is pending contract award. The anticipated start date is November 1, 2026.

Description

The Director of Flight Training leads all flight training operations in support of Flight School Next (FSN) Initial Entry Rotary Wing (IERW) requirements. This role oversees instructor development, standardization, safety, and compliance across academic, simulator, and aircraft training environments. The Director ensures training programs meet government standards, contractual obligations, and aviation regulatory requirements while maintaining the highest levels of safety, instructional quality, and mission readiness.

What You Will Be Responsible For

Lead and manage all flight training operations supporting FSN IERW requirements.
Train and standardize instructor pilots through a structured train‑the‑trainer model across academic, simulator, and aircraft environments.
Deliver flight, simulator, and classroom instruction to support instructor development and student training needs.
Conduct initial evaluations, stage checks, and instructor proficiency assessments to maintain standardization.
Oversee development and updates of SOPs, courseware, flight procedures, and Aircrew Training Manual revisions in coordination with government oversight.
Monitor flight safety trends and training area procedures; recommend corrective actions to ensure safe operations.
Manage multidisciplinary teams including instructors, SMEs, specialists, and engineering support personnel.
Develop training materials and instructional resources aligned with FSN IERW requirements.
Ensure compliance with all applicable aviation regulations, government oversight requirements, and contract deliverables.
Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate flight training staff while managing budgets, schedules, and resource allocations.
All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What You Will Need to Be Successful in This Role

Minimum 10 years of helicopter aviation experience, including support of/or running a U.S. Army ATP or government aviation training program.
Minimum 2,000 hours total rotorcraft time and 500 hours instructor pilot time.
Prior service as a U.S. Army Instructor/Standardization Pilot with experience in aircrew evaluation, regulatory compliance, and aviation safety.
Commercial Rotorcraft certificate; CFI/CFII (AGI for ground instruction) or Army equivalent.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Class II Medical Certificate.
Demonstrated experience leading aviation training operations or instructor development programs.
Experience conducting evaluations, check rides, or standardization assessments in academic, simulator, and aircraft environments.
Strong knowledge of aviation regulations, training standards, and compliance requirements.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
5+ additional years of instructor pilot experience beyond minimums.
ATP – Rotorcraft.
500+ NVG/NVS experience and 100+ hours of instrument time.
Prior experience instructing civil aviation authorities or supporting FAA/EASA audits.
Experience developing courseware, training modules, or aviation instructional systems.
Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance.
- US Citizenship is required to be granted a secret clearance.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

Competitive compensation.
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Generous paid time off program.
Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the facility.
The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting. Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

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Job: Defense

Primary Location: United States-Alabama-Fort Rucker

Schedule: Full-time

Overtime Status: Exempt

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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