About NetJets
Founded in 1964 and part of Berkshire Hathaway since 1998, NetJets is a leader in private aviation, renowned for pioneering fractional aircraft ownership. Serving a discerning international clientele, the company combines personalised service with a rigorous commitment to safety and operational excellence. As an employer, NetJets brings together pilots, maintenance specialists, operations professionals and client service teams, whose expertise underpins every journey. Its working environment places a premium on precision, discretion and collaboration, offering careers at the intersection of aviation and luxury service. For professionals drawn to exacting standards, NetJets represents an opportunity to contribute to a highly specialised, service-led business.
The Ground Instructor delivers aviation ground training, facilitates classroom learning, maintains training records and compliance, and contributes to courseware improvements and learner success. The role requires a bachelor's degree in Aviation or Business Administration and 2–4 years of experience; NetJets offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver ground instruction for pilot indoctrination, recurrent, and other training programs using instructor-led, video-based, and computer-assisted learning methods.
- Provide instructional support across the department to ensure training continuity and a consistent learner experience.
- Facilitate learning environments that promote operational readiness, participation, and learner success.
- Conduct training in accordance with approved curricula, lesson plans, schedules, and regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate learner understanding and provide coaching and feedback.
- Maintain accurate training records and documentation.
- Ensure compliance with approved training programs, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
- Complete required administrative and reporting requirements.
- Review training materials and identify improvement opportunities.
- Provide feedback on courseware effectiveness and learner comprehension.
- Support classroom preparation and instructional resource management.
- Build positive relationships with Crewmembers, learners, and stakeholders.
- Support department goals and daily operations.
- Attend and participate in special events as schedules and operational priorities permit.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Aviation or Business Administration.
- 2–4 years of experience.
- Ability to effectively facilitate one-on-one and group learning activities.
- Ability to learn and communicate technical and operational concepts.
- Strong presentation and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Ability to adapt instructional techniques to meet diverse learner needs.
Skills
Experience
2–4 years of experience
Education
Bachelor's degree in Aviation or Business Administration
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Columbus, Ohio, USA.
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Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision benefits, including no-cost options; healthcare advocacy; Employee Assistance Program; Flexible Spending Accounts; Health Savings Account with annual employer contribution; wellness programs and discounts; paid time off; parental leave; life and accident insurance; voluntary financial protection benefits; 401(k) plan with a 67% employer match on eligible standard elective deferral and catch-up contributions (super catch-up contributions are not eligible); short- and long-term disability; legal plan; identity theft protection plans; pet insurance; and family and caregiving support.
Culture
NetJets’ workplace culture is shaped by the exacting demands of private aviation, with safety, operational precision and discreet, personalised service at its core. Its environment calls for close collaboration among flight crews, operations teams and client-facing professionals, combining technical expertise with the responsiveness expected by a discerning international clientele.
About Cerulean
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