Aviation Maintenance Training Instructor

Air Wisconsin Airlines•Appleton, WI

About The Position

The Maintenance Training Instructor supports the Maintenance Training Manager by developing, delivering, and continuously improving technical training programs for maintenance personnel. The role promotes a safe learning environment, applies adult-learning principles, and maintains accurate, current training materials aligned with regulatory standards including IATA, CFR 49, OSHA, FAR, DOT, and EPA. It also manages training records, recommends curriculum improvements, and coordinates with station leadership and other departments to maintain training consistency across locations. Strong classroom management is required, and travel to maintenance and contract bases may be required up to 25%. The instructor must follow company policies and safety practices. The salary range is $65,000–$70,000 per year.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Training or experience working with adult-learning styles.
Airframe and Power Plant Certificate.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, internet courseware development tools, and email.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in aviation, communications, or teaching curriculum.
Experience with Federal Aviation Regulations Part 121 or 135.
Problem-solving ability.
Analytical ability.
Interpersonal skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Promotes and fosters a safe and secure operating environment.
Facilitates implementation and integration of adult-learning styles and theory throughout the Maintenance Training Department.
Assists with obtaining and analyzing data to continuously improve the training curriculum.
Develops and maintains technical training aids and materials.
Performs as Cockpit Trainer and Examiner for Run/Taxi and TOW operations.
Operates simulators and evaluates Run/Taxi Examiner certifications.
Conducts Run/Taxi Initial, Left Seat Qualification Training, and Forklift Training.
Ensures maintenance training courses are technically accurate, up to date, and relevant to students’ everyday work.
Conducts training equivalent to ATA Spec Level IV.
Coordinates with local managers and supervisors to ensure station personnel training concurrency.
Coordinates and identifies synergies with Flight and Inflight Services.
Manages large classroom groups to ensure safe completion of training goals.
Recommends changes to existing maintenance training programs.
Maintains curriculum in accordance with IATA, CFR 49, OSHA, FAR, DOT, and EPA.
Updates and maintains training records for new-hire and current maintenance employees.
Ensures compliance with specified policies, practices, and procedures and follows company policies and procedures when completing assigned duties.
Travels to maintenance base and contract base locations to facilitate required training courses.
Maintains attendance as an essential responsibility.