Aircraft maintenance instructor job description

Maintenance Training Instructor
• Location: Charlotte, NC, Dayton, OH, Cincinnati, OH, North Canton, OH, Greenville-Spartanburg, SC, Savannah, GA, Pensacola, FL, Norfolk, VA
• Work Schedule / Shift: Full-time; flexible shifts/days; must be able to work different shifts as required
• Reports To: Manager of Maintenance Training
• Direct Reports: None
• Travel: Expected for this position
Let your career take off with PSA Airlines
About Us
Company Summary: As a wholly owned subsidiary of American Airlines and the fastest growing regional airline in the country, PSA offers a stable career path in aviation with unparalleled opportunities for growth and professional development. Teamwork and drive are at the heart of PSA. We are committed to growing our company where passion is shared, professional excellence is expected, and all people are valued and respected.
Our employees are committed to ensuring safe and reliable operations for the thousands of customers American trusts us with each and every day. We have an incredible team of more than 4,000 employees who do a tremendous job of operating more than 800 daily flights to nearly 100 destinations on behalf of American Airlines. Our immense growth provides a number of opportunities to join our team.
Culture: Not only is PSA an EEO and AAP employer, but also we seek to create an inclusive work environment where diverse perspectives and experiences are embraced and respected. We work hard to build and sustain a culture where people - team members and customers alike - feel safe, secure and happy. It is the The PSA Way, which focuses on our goals, safety, respect, preparedness, professional excellence, and passion. This foundation reflects how we think, act, and communicate with one another and our customers.
Engaging our employees is extremely important to us, and we seek leaders who inspire, enable, and encourage others to succeed using the PSA Way as their model.
Benefits Summary
PSA offers the benefits you expect from a company focused on excellence. All eligible employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Travel privileges on the American Airlines global network
• A generous vacation plan designed to let you enjoy your travel perks
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401k with company match
• American Airlines Group (AAG) profit-sharing and bonus opportunities
• Company-paid Group Life and AD&D Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability, Flexible Spending Plan (FSA), and supplementary options
Responsibilities Position Summary
The Maintenance Training Instructor is responsible for teaching in a formal classroom setting training courses such as, but not limited to, all aircraft systems and procedures, maintenance paperwork, stores department procedures including hazardous materials handling/shipping safety, human factors, test equipment, root cause analysis, composite repair, run/taxi operations and other subjects to Aircraft Maintenance personnel.
Job Responsibilities
• Teach in a formal classroom setting training courses such as, but not limited to, all aircraft systems and procedures, maintenance paperwork, stores department procedures including hazardous materials handling/shipping safety, human factors, test equipment, root cause analysis, composite repair, run/taxi operations and other subjects.
• Teach recurrent, informal, test equipment and on-the-job training to company and vendor personnel.
• Research, develop, implement and revise curriculum.
• Conduct aircraft engine run and taxi training/testing utilizing live aircraft and flight simulators.
• Assist with the maintenance, upkeep, security and auditing of training records.
• Maintain proper completion of training documentation.
• Promoting sound operational judgement and a safety-oriented attitude throughout the organization.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department and company.
Qualifications Qualifications
Required
High school diploma or equivalent FAA A&P License Minimum of one year experience in a relevant aviation field Good working knowledge of FAA regulations as they relate to aircraft maintenance operations Formal teaching or instructing experience Computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite Must be able to speak, read and write in English If hired, must be able to demonstrate that you are authorized to work in the US.
Preferred
Technical degree in aviation, teaching or closely related discipline 3 years of experience in the maintenance transport category aircraft Experience with Maxi Merlin, Bombardier Navigator, Aircraft Diagnostic Solutions, and MDC Analyzer software Experience with Hazardous Materials handling/shipping and applicable IATA/CFR regulations
Competencies
To be successful at PSA, you should be:
Driven Passionate Adaptable Respectful Collaborative Results-oriented
To be successful in this position, you should be great at:
Time and performance management Organization Communication (verbal and written) Coaching & Development Problem solving Multi-tasking Presentations
Additional Information
Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, photocopiers, facsimile machines and filing cabinets. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This is largely a sedentary role; however, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; climb up and down stairs; lift weight up to 25 lbs; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Security Clearance: All employees are required to pass the fingerprint-based criminal history records check (CHRC) per 49CFR1542.209 and pre-employment drug screen. AAP/EEO Statement: PSA Airlines is an equal opportunity employer; qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COVID\-19 continues to significantly impact our employees, families and communities\. With employee health and safety as our top priority, and as a federal contractor, Lockheed Martin is taking action to address the increased risk and uncertainty COVID\-19 variants pose in the workplace and ensuring we meet our commitments to national security\.

To uphold safety for all employees, we will continue to request vaccination status for all Lockheed Martin employees including new hires\. All current and newly hired employees are required to follow onsite safety measures based upon the COVID\-19 Community Level at the specific work location\.

**Description:** The successful candidate must possess comprehensive knowledge of aircraft systems, particularly related to military fighter aircraft, with at least 1 year of experience in an instructor role\. The incumbent in this position will provide training to employees whose duties include installation, operational checkout, troubleshooting, and maintenance of aircraft systems including fuel systems, hydraulics and landing gear, flight controls, electrical systems, and propulsion systems at the crew chief and final assembly levels\. Subject matter may include installation and removal of components, testing, analysis, rework, adjustment, modification, and troubleshooting of aircraft systems at all levels of ground operations, manufacturing and final assembly\. Training will be delivered via classroom instruction, on the Flight line or at offsite locations required to support Production, Field Operations, or Flight Test\.

The successful candidate should have an understanding of the ADDIE ISD model, be capable of executing lesson plans, using established training systems, and conducting classroom and practical instruction to provide technical knowledge for the safe maintenance, repair, and operation of aircraft, aircraft systems, ground equipment, tools, test equipment, stores and facilities, according to established procedures\. The candidate may analyze current operating problems and future operating requirements to identify training needs and develop training programs\.

The candidate will be capable of writing, editing, and producing materials for technical instruction and provides assistance and support to Final Assembly and Flight line Operations in helping them determine their training needs and developing and conducting their maintenance training programs\. The maintenance trainer executes and maintains company\-wide training programs as well as the maintenance of certification/qualification record system\. The maintenance trainer is expected to be current in the technical content of the subject matter, technical training, and audiovisual techniques including the maintenance of applicable courseware\.

The maintenance trainer will prepare classrooms including training materials; conducts classroom, shop and simulator training \(if required\) with customers for the purpose of developing and maintaining a high degree of proficiency in the work force\.
**Basic Qualifications:**

Current Security Clearance

Previous fighter aircraft experience \(Military experience a plus\): F\-15, F\-16, F\-18, F\-22, F\-35, U\-2 aircraft or ADP Experience preferred

Formal Instructional Experience: minimum 1\-year classroom instruction teaching or minimum 3\-years OJT instruction teaching as an System Matter Expert \(SME\) or trainer

Understanding that includes: removal, installation, operational checkout, troubleshooting, and maintenance of aircraft systems including fuel systems, hydraulics and landing gear, flight controls, electrical systems, and propulsion systems at the crew chief and final assembly levels

**Desired Skills:**

AETC, FTD or Service Instructor Experience

Knowledge of the ADDIE ISD model

Understanding of Avionics and other system integration

PW or GE Fighter Engine Experience

Ejection Systems knowledge

Ability to read, interpret and apply Blueprints

**BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:**

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**Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer\. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status\.**

Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours\. Our customers tackle the hardest missions\. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision\. They're dangerous\. Critical\. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives\. Those are the missions we care about\.

As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin's vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers' toughest challenges\. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U\.S\., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories\.

**EXPERIENCE LEVEL:**

Experienced Professional