Assistant Professor and Chair, Department of Flight

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, operational, and academic oversight for the Department of Flight at the Prescott campus.
• Lead and mentor Flight Department staff, fostering a culture of professionalism, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as the departmental lead for the Quality Management System (QMS/OMS), coordinating internal audits and corrective action tracking.
• Act as the FAA-designated Chief Ground Instructor for all FAA-approved ground schools operated by the department.
• Ensure operational alignment between the Flight Department and the Aeronautical Science Department regarding curriculum and instruction.
• Represent the department in meetings with students, families, regulatory agencies, and industry partners.

Requirements

• Master's degree in aviation, aerospace, business, education, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• FAA Advanced or Instrument Ground Instructor Certificate.
• Eligibility to serve as an FAA Chief Ground Instructor.
• Demonstrated experience in FAA Part 141 flight training operations and regulatory compliance.
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience in an aviation, academic, or flight training environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education administration or collegiate aviation programs.
• Experience with quality management systems (QMS), safety management systems (SMS), or accreditation processes.
• Prior experience working with FAA regulatory agencies and aviation industry stakeholders.
• Experience leading teams in a fast-paced operational environment.

Benefits

• 100% tuition coverage for one undergraduate and one graduate degree for the employee.
• Discounted tuition rates for spouses and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement contributions: 6% base salary contribution plus a 4% matching contribution with no vesting period.
• Generous time off, including 9+ paid holidays and significant leave between Christmas and New Year's.
• Personal leave: 18 days for exempt full-time employees in the first year.

About the Company

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university. Celebrating 100 years of leadership, the university serves more than 30,000 students globally through residential campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ, as well as a vast Worldwide network. We are dedicated to advancing the future of flight through excellence in STEM education and innovation.