Courseware Project Mgr

FlightSafety•Savannah, GA

About The Position

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 Courseware Project Manager is responsible for managing the processes and resources for assigned fleet programs, products, devices, and systems. May be assigned to lead developer team for specific project assignments. Three tracks: CDM Courseware Development – Manage courseware development and major revisions to support introductory product and new aircraft instructional curriculums. CDM Regulatory/Sustainment – Manage courseware improvements, errata and regulatory documents assuring standards for errata correction and regulatory compliance. CDM Simulator/Matrix/Virtual Task Trainer – Manage technical processes and equipment for integration of products and devices for classrooms, simulators and facilities. Ensure compatibility of courseware product / device and technical platforms for usability.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) from a four-year college or university preferred, and five (5) years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience can be substituted for the degree requirement. If internal, minimum of 18 months in current position.
Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience within Project Management
Must have minimum of 2 years with proven experience leading projects with an associated credential such as Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent.
Knowledge of design-based software and content management applications.
Knowledge of classroom, flight simulator and aircraft training techniques and procedures.
Expected to strive for Project Management excellence and lead internal initiatives for improvement
Skills in managing on-time, on-budget deliverables against project scope.
Skills in courseware design and technical writing.
Skills in leading diverse employee groups to complete projects using onsite and remote collaboration tools.
Excellent organizational skills, including ability to interact with all levels of management in a professional manner.
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to adapt to changing schedules and high-pressure situations.
Ability to read and interpret OEM and technical documents, contracts, and drawings.
Ability to drive, obtain passport and occasionally travel to support fleetwide programs.
Fluency in English, through both verbal and written communications; able to speak, understand, read, and write.

Responsibilities

Manage relationships with Center/Sim Program Managers, Instructional Designers, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and vendors to ensure timely development and/or review of products.
Create schedules and communicate expectations for completion of assigned projects.
Manage/monitor project scope and resource requirements ensuring tasks completed within assigned budget/timelines.
Evaluate progress based on project milestones, manage risks, and escalate when appropriate.
Verify courseware/equipment currency and status for all assigned training programs and confirm accurate distribution of classroom content to approved server.
Adhere to established specifications and product standards ensuring coordination with Product Design team and/or Courseware Technology team, as applicable.
Ensure deliverables comply with product specifications, technical, regulatory, and quality design and delivery standards.
Manage all products in project management and courseware content systems, acting as the local administrator for distribution of FlightSafety’s proprietary content.
Oversee product acceptance activities throughout all development phases.
Work with DOP to resolve issues/risks related to currency of revisions, technical requirements, and OEM publications.
Understand training delivery environment and work towards best practices in partnership with other stakeholders.
Maintain currency with relevant technical tools and applications to ensure appropriate skillsets for ongoing projects.