Maintenance Instructor

About FlightSafety International

FlightSafety International is the world’s premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world’s largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and award-winning maintenance training at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Canada, France and the United Kingdom.

Purpose of Position

The Maintenance Instructor delivers exceptional ground and/or practical instruction in accordance with FlightSafety Training principles and applicable regulations.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance ground and/or practical training for clients receiving core or specialty training courses.
• Develop and prepare training materials that support training delivery to meet the client needs in accordance with the applicable curriculum.
• Evaluate and measure trainee progress and recommend for additional training, if required.
• Complete accurate training records specific to each client, aiding their success in achieving the requested objective(s).
• Identify client training issues and seek assistance prior to execution.
• Maintain Instructor qualifications in accordance with regulatory requirements.

Minimum Education and Experience

• High school diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency (G.E.D. - demonstrated satisfactory performance in the General Educational Development Testing Program) with five (5) years’ related experience and/or training.
• Related experience and/or training in a vocational technical or trade school, preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience could be in either a civilian or military environment.
• Minimum of five (5) years as an Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) technician, with at least two (2) years’ experience with turbine engines, may be required.
• Experience on the Citation 525 Series Type Aircraft to include 525, 525A, M2, 525B, or 525C a plus.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES OR REGISTRATIONS:

• A&P certification

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of aviation maintenance safety standards and practices
• Knowledge of common FlightSafety standards and applicable aviation regulations
• Ability to manage classes and teach effectively
• First-level facilitation skills
• First-level customer service skills
• Ability to be coachable and receive feedback to support development