Flight Ops Flight Instructor

Flight Ops Flight Instructor – Southwest Airlines

We are committed to providing employees with a stable work environment, equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged to improve the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Employees are expected to treat others with the same respect and caring attitude they share externally with every Southwest Customer.

Pay & Benefits: $76.64/hour*, with the possibility of future increases per the wage scale under the applicable collective bargaining agreement based on time in position. Opportunities for overtime and shift premiums are available.

• Fly for free on any open seat on all Southwest flights (eligible dependents included)
• Retirement Savings Plan with dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) company match contributions up to 10% of eligible earnings**
• Potential for annual profit‑sharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan — when Southwest profits, you profit***
• Competitive health insurance for you and eligible dependents
• Health plan coverage options starting from the first day of employment; you’ll have 30 days to select and enroll, with coverage retroactive to your first day of employment.

• The culture of Southwest Airlines values camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation. This role requires working from our Dallas, TX headquarters during business hours.
• U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. is required; no work‑authorization sponsorship is available.

• Prepare and conduct classroom and simulator training per FARs, Training Policies/Manuals, and company requirements.
• Facilitate pilot learning and development.
• Develop and create instructional and evaluation media/materials to support training programs.
• Maintain course material and procedural integrity through self‑study, skill practice, critique review, and instructor meetings.
• Perform other job duties as directed by leaders.

• Experience operating training equipment, including computer‑based training workstations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
• Good working knowledge of FAR training requirements and flight training instructional duties.
• Excellent English verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read technical aircraft documents, understand new technical concepts, and prepare written technical documents.
• Ability to accomplish accurate work under tight time constraints while maintaining flexibility.
• Availability for various assigned hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and a rotating schedule covering operational hours (up to 24/7).

• Required:
  
  High School Diploma or GED.

• Required:
  
  Flying experience operating an aircraft.

• Required:
  
  USA DOT/FAA Unrestricted Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with:
  • Airplane Multiengine Land Category and Class Ratings
  • English Proficient limitation
• Required:
  
  Valid United States Driver's License.
• Required:
  
  Meeting all regulatory criteria to obtain and maintain Flight Deck Jumpseat Access; continuous enrollment in Rap Back.

• Vision sufficient to view/read computer/video/flight deck displays.
• Ability to participate in the FAR‑directed Line Observation Program.
• Ability to enter/exit aircraft and simulators under normal and emergency conditions.
• Ability to sit in simulator uninterrupted for up to 4 hours.
• Work from limited space workstation/desk for extended periods.
• Communicate in English to meet job demands.
• Use computer and office tools with speed and accuracy.
• Occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs.
• Work at elevated heights and operate a flight simulator.
• Manipulate flight controls at full deflection.
• Pass annual flight evaluation.
• Present/facilitate for up to 8 hours.
• Make/receive audible call‑outs in classroom and simulator settings.

• Maintain well‑groomed appearance per company standards.
• U.S. citizenship or authorized to work in the U.S. under the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.
• Comply with company attendance standards.
• Minimum age 23 years.
• Professional behavior during and after company hours and at company events.
• Rotate…