Open To Work
STEPHEN A. SMITH
Arlington,USA
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Simulator Instructor - Airbus A320/321/NEO
SPIRIT AIRLINES
Dania Beach, FL
01.2020 - Current
- Provide instruction to new hire First Officers/upgrading Captains in the Airbus A-320/321/NEO on behalf of Spirit Airlines.
- Lead thorough pre/post flight briefings with an emphasis on lesson expectations, performance standards, & evaluation protocol.
- Teach flight maneuvers, abnormal/emergency procedures, TCAS events, and windshear avoidance to ACS standards.
Captain - Airbus A320/321/NEO
SPIRIT AIRLINES
01.2015 - Current
- Provide outstanding onboard experiences to customers traveling to domestic and international destinations under FAR Part 121.
- Lead 2 flight and 4+ inflight crewmembers with an emphasis on open communication, safety, and procedural compliance.
- Provide active mentorship to new-hire first officers on company procedures, best operating practices, and SOP compliance.
- Served as a First Officer from 2015-2017. Assisted the captain with flight deck preparation and participated in crew briefings.
Chief Pilot & Director of Courseware Development - Airbus A320 & Boeing 737NG
ATP JETS
Irving, TX
01.2015 - Current
- Direct training across 3 facilities, ensuring standardization and compliance with Part 142 regulations for 170+ instructors.
- Lead curriculum and courseware development for all training programs, including ATP-CTP, Airbus A320, and Boeing 737NG.
- Founded a mentorship program with a 90% success rate, helping struggling students overcome challenges/achieve training goals.
- Spearheaded the adoption of FMS trainers as an official part of the training curriculum for Airbus A320/Boeing 737NG fleets.
- Created manuals/SOPs for instructors to provide clear guidance. Assisted with migration from analog to digital training records.
Direct Entry Captain - Boeing 737NG
COPA AIRLINES
Panama City, Panama
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Extensive experience in international operations and flying with low-time First Officers through mountainous terrain.
- Led training development that solved operational challenges with airport-specific procedures at BOS, ORD, JFK, and LAX.
- Recognized as first foreign pilot to be awarded "Employee of the Quarter" (Q1 2013) for performing life-saving CPR on a child.
Line Check Airman - Embraer 145
AMERICAN EAGLE AIRLINES
Fort Worth, TX
01.2001 - 01.2011
- Conducted initial, recurrent, and upgrade line checks to ensure pilot proficiency and compliance with FAA/company standards.
- Evaluated line pilots during revenue operations, providing feedback and ensuring adherence to SOPs & regulatory requirements.
Captain, Simulator Instructor, & Ground Instructor - Embraer 145
AMERICAN EAGLE AIRLINES
01.2001 - 01.2011
- Operated Part 121 flights across North America for American Airlines and concurrently served as a simulator instructor.
- Recognized with "Employee of the Month" Award by the American Eagle Training Department (February 2010).
- Operated American Eagle Airlines' first jet flight from Dallas, TX to Monroe, LA on an Embraer 145 (October 01st, 2008).
Assistant Chief Pilot
AMERICAN EAGLE AIRLINES
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Oversaw operations for 1,400+ pilots at DFW, ensuring regulatory compliance/performance across four diverse aircraft fleets.
- Served as liaison between pilots and senior leadership, communicating policy changes and advocating for pilot concerns.
First Officer - Saab 340
AMERICAN EAGLE AIRLINES
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Flew for BizEX Airlines prior to merger on the Saab 340 transporting passengers throughout the United States under Part 121.
Combat Engineer
LOUISIANNA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
New Orleans, LA
01.1990 - 01.1996
- Operated heavy equipment, performed construction, demolition, & fortification tasks in combat zones, driving mission success.
- Deployed for ODS and transported Iraqi Army POWs, ensuring safety and compliance with international military protocols.
Education
Masters in Education -
Northeast Louisianna University
Monroe, LABachelor of Science - Aviation
Northeast Louisianna University
Monroe, LAVolunteer Experience
Community Outreach Volunteer, Mayfield Road Baptist Church/Toys for Tots, Arlington, TX, 01/01/18, 01/01/24
Military Experience
LOUISIANNA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD, Combat Engineer, New Orleans, LA, 01/01/90, 01/01/96, Operated heavy equipment, performed construction, demolition, & fortification tasks in combat zones, driving mission success., Deployed for ODS and transported Iraqi Army POWs, ensuring safety and compliance with international military protocols.
Flight Experience
Airplane Multiengine Land, A-320, B-737, BE-400, EMB-145, MU-300, Airplane Single Engine Land, Expired Airplane Single Engine, Instrument Airplane, First Class, FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator, Spanish, 12500, 7748, 5177, 9832, 10895, 820, 9637
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeSalary Range
$150000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Simulator Instructor - Airbus A320/321/NEO
SPIRIT AIRLINES
01.2020 - Current
Captain - Airbus A320/321/NEO
SPIRIT AIRLINES
01.2015 - Current
Chief Pilot & Director of Courseware Development - Airbus A320 & Boeing 737NG
ATP JETS
01.2015 - Current
Direct Entry Captain - Boeing 737NG
COPA AIRLINES
01.2011 - 01.2015
Assistant Chief Pilot
AMERICAN EAGLE AIRLINES
01.2004 - 01.2006
Line Check Airman - Embraer 145
AMERICAN EAGLE AIRLINES
01.2001 - 01.2011
Captain, Simulator Instructor, & Ground Instructor - Embraer 145
AMERICAN EAGLE AIRLINES
01.2001 - 01.2011
First Officer - Saab 340
AMERICAN EAGLE AIRLINES
01.1998 - 01.2001
Combat Engineer
LOUISIANNA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
01.1990 - 01.1996
Masters in Education -
Northeast Louisianna University
Bachelor of Science - Aviation
Northeast Louisianna University