How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)

Delta Professional Services (DPS) is a premier instruction services company serving as a strategic partner for Delta Air Lines and other clients providing supplemental instructors for flight simulators and training device instruction.

Non-Seniority List Instructor (NSLI):

• Part time position committed to providing a premier training experience to 14 CFR Part 121 Certified Air Carrier pilots in both Flight Training Devices and Flight Simulators for Delta Air Lines or external DPS clients.

• Benefits to include the following:

• Flexible schedules.

• Competitive event pay.

• Industry-leading incentive program.

• 401(k) match (following one year of service).

• Profit Sharing (for years 2023 forward).

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans available.

• Space Positive Business Travel (residence to/from training center).

• Space Available Personal Travel to include eligible dependents.

• Hotel Accommodations provided when needed for scheduled events.

Schedules:

• Instructors are offered flexible schedules.

• Instructors must be available nights, weekends and holidays, when required.

• Instructors must be willing to work at non-Atlanta “off-site” training locations when required.

• Operationally, Instructors can expect to be scheduled for 10-12 training events per month.

Duties and Skills:

• Must understand the role and responsibilities of an airline pilot including, but not limited to, the following:

• Pilot in Command and Second in Command Duties, roles and responsibilities.

• Expectations for professionalism, leadership, decision making, Crew Resource and Threat and Error Management.

• Client company policies, procedures and available resources.

• Be an excellent communicator and listener.

• Must be able to present an organized briefing and lead substantive, interactive discussions; including but not limited to:

• Closely adheres to approved curricula in the allotted time for each instructional module.

• Logistical management of briefing room and training resources (MS PowerPoint, digital documents/manuals, whiteboards, handouts, etc.).

• Operation of flight training devices and flight simulators.

• Must be willing to assess and evaluate pilot performance and the student’s ability to safely and efficiently operate the aircraft in all phases of flight, including during normal and non-normal operations.

• Must be a good listener and willing to solicit feedback from attendees and others for on course critiques.

• Must be customer service-driven.

The starting pay as of June 2026 is $80.62 per hour. Additionally, there is incentive pay for working late nights, weekends, holidays, special events and exceeding 17 events in a calendar month.

What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)

• Applicant should be familiar with technology required for the position including, but not limited to:

• Use of Apple iPad tablet.

• Conversant in the technology required to access company information, email, schedules and meetings.

• Conversant in the use of MS PowerPoint.

• Applicants must apply no later than 24 months after retiring from a 14 CFR Part 121 Certified Air Carrier (Exceptions will be considered).

• Must have accrued a minimum of 2,000 hours as Pilot in Command at a 14 CFR Part 121 Certified Air Carrier.

• Must have served as a pilot at a 14 CFR Part 121 Certified Air Carrier.

• Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with Aircraft Multiengine Land Class.

• Must have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent.

• Consistently makes safety and security, of self and others, the priority.

• Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)

• Previous experience as a flight simulator check airman at a 14 CFR Part 121 Certified Air Carrier.

• Previous experience as a line check airman at a 14 CFR Part 121 Certified Air Carrier.

• Current and qualified as a pilot for Delta Air Lines or other DPS clients.

• Aircraft Type Rating in aircraft operated by Delta Air Lines or other DPS clients.

Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing

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