Emirates Flight Training Academy is Seeking Experienced Theoretical Knowledge Instructor (ATPL) in 2025

10th Sep 2025

United Arab Emirates – Emirates Flight Training Academy (EFTA), the in-house pilot training arm of Emirates Group, is actively recruiting for a Theoretical Knowledge Instructor (ATPL) to join its operations at Dubai South. See the job post below – to apply go directly to the Emirates Group Careers page here.

As Theoretical Knowledge Instructor (ATPL) in Emirates Flight Training Academy, you will be responsible for delivering high quality ground school instruction in a range of ATPL Theoretical Knowledge subjects to a culturally diverse group of ab-initio pilot cadets at the Emirates Flight Training Academy. All training to be delivered in accordance with GCAA, EASA and Emirates Standards.

In this role, you will:

  • Provide ATPL ground school training to ab-initio cadets within a safe, respectful, and multicultural environment.
  • Monitor cadet’s proficiency and progress on regular basis and generate accurate reports of their performance.
  • Research, develop, and recommend new training methods to further improve the standard of learning and performance.
  • Provide qualitative feedback in the creation or modification of lessons, training materials and instructional models.
  • Monitor, support, and assist students throughout the course, both within and out of the classroom.
  • Ensure timely and accurate completion of all relevant administration and theoretical knowledge training records, including planning for examinations.
  • Actively support the integration of Ground School and Flight School and interact with the flight school training team to optimize the student experience.
  • Teach by example by behaving as an exemplary role model to students, promoting professional and disciplined behaviour.
  • Deliver other ground school related training initiatives as directed by the Chief Theoretical Knowledge Instructor (CTKI).

Qualification

To be considered for this role, you must meet the below requirements:

  • Degree or Honours (12+3 or equivalent)
  • 8+ yrs Flight Operations
  • Experience in Instructional Background.
  • Experience in the delivery of training either in a technical, educational institute or corporate training environment.
  • Relevant airlines flight operations knowledge gained through pilot, flight engineer, dispatch qualification or flight navigator experience preferred.
  • Have at least 3 years experience as a TKI delivering ATPL TK Subjects based on the EASA or UAE GCAA syllabus.
  • Has delivered at least 3 different ATPL TK subjects in an approved training organisation (ATO).
  • Sound knowledge of flight crew licensing regulations (EASA or GCAA preferable).
  • Self-motivated, with proactive and effective leadership and teamwork skills; ability to deal comfortably with various cultures is vital.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills and ability to interact well with trainees; MS Office experience.
  • Ability to adapt to paperless teaching methods.”

To apply directly, visit Emiartes Career’s page.

Source: Emirates Flight Training Academy

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