I’ll chime in. I started a few months ago and I’m really enjoying it. I will say, however, that your enjoyment of the job will really depend on the center you work and ALSO your program within that center.

Some are better than others (both center and programs).

Interview was phone first, then in-person. Give a briefing that was provided, though I made some major changes to make mine better than the stock version.

About an hour in the sim to make sure you can fly some basic maneuvers and approach. Then an office interview with three people (HR, Program Manager, and Director of Training).

The questions are about what you’d expect at an airline interview, honestly. Tell me about... Have you ever....etc

Pay ranges from 80-90k, depending on centers and if you have some background in glass, HUD, stuff like that. It varies on program.

It’s busy the first few months as you get typed and learn how to teach the stuff. After that it, again, varies. Some programs are busy some aren’t as busy.

I should mention that the pay just changed to where, on top of your salary, you can get extra pay depending on how much “face time” you get with clients. The face time hours requirements just dropped significantly, so you can definitely earn more. The extra pay I’m hearing is from about $8-20k additional. I think there will be other incentive pay soon since, as mentioned, the turnover is apparently fairly high and that’s just not sustainable.

People do get hired away. I think a good portion of that is the trickle down of the pilot shortage. Majors get their pick. Regionals are hurting. Corporate is dying (for pilots).

I really lucked out with my center and program, and im enjoying my time here. I’m home every day, my hours aren’t bad, i don’t have to live out of a bag, I like teaching, and it’s not really a tough gig. Couple this with my mil retirement and I’m fine. I won’t be a millionaire, but it works for me and my family.

To add, benefits are about in line with other places, I think (dental, etc...)