Career Manager

About Us

Astonfly is a flight training academy dedicated to shaping the airline pilots of tomorrow, supporting our students from their very first steps through to obtaining their ATPL license. Our commitment doesn't stop at training: we want to support our students all the way to their first pilot position, preparing them as thoroughly as possible for the demands of recruitment in the airline industry.

Our identity is driven by a passionate, dynamic, and ambitious team committed to excellence in aviation training.

We offer modern facilities, a fleet of state-of-the-art aircraft, cutting-edge training resources, and a continuous focus on innovation and progress ensuring our students receive the highest standards of education and preparation for their careers.

The Role

To strengthen this support, we are looking for a Career Manager who will act as a genuine career coach for students who have completed their training.

Key Responsibilities

Support graduating students through their transition into employment

• Provide one-on-one coaching to students who have completed their training, acting as a true career coach.

• Help each student define and refine their professional project (type of airline, type of position, geographic preferences, etc.).

• Provide personalized follow-up until the student secures a pilot position.

Prepare students for airline selection and recruitment processes

• Organize preparation sessions for interviews and selection tests used by airlines (HR interviews, psychometric tests, simulator/scenario-based assessments, group exercises, etc.).

• Conduct mock interviews and provide constructive, personalized feedback.

• Share the specific codes and expectations of airline pilot recruitment, drawing on strong knowledge of the industry's selection processes.

Organize conferences and workshops for students finishing their training

• Design and lead thematic conferences (job market overview, recruiters' expectations, testimonials from active airline pilots, etc.).

• Invite and coordinate external speakers (airlines, recruiters, active pilots).

• Organize practical workshops (CV writing, cover letters, interview techniques, soft skills).

Monitor the job market and pilot recruitment trends

• Stay up to date on airline recruitment activity and evolving selection processes.

• Liaise with other Astonfly teams (training, airline partnerships) to continuously adjust the support provided to students.

You must have:

• Proven experience in recruitment, candidate selection, or career coaching, ideally within the aviation or airline industry.

• Solid knowledge of selection methods and tools (structured interviews, psychometric tests, assessment centers).

• Excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills, comfortable leading groups and conferences.

• Strong listening skills and a genuine interest in individual mentoring.

• Fluent English required (international aviation environment).

• Knowledge of the airline industry and/or pilot recruitment processes is a strong plus.