Instructor - Maintenance Operations

United Airlines • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Maintenance Instructors with United’s Technical Operations team conduct classroom and practical training at maintenance bases, line stations, supplier base stations, and other facilities. They provide technical knowledge and practical instruction for the safe maintenance, repair, and operation of aircraft and aircraft systems, as well as maintenance ground equipment, tools, and test equipment, following established procedures. Instructors analyze technical information, develop training programs to meet established objectives, write, edit, and produce instructional materials, and develop and administer technical examinations where appropriate. They also provide technical leadership and guidance to Technical Operations groups, conduct classroom training on aircraft systems, develop and update training materials, and review technical data and manual revisions to remain current with procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent.
• FAA A&P License.
• Extensive technical knowledge of aircraft systems, maintenance operations, and applicable FAA regulations.
• Training development skills.
• Five to ten years of aircraft maintenance background with a Part 121 carrier.
• Formal aircraft maintenance instruction experience.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid U.S. driver's license; revoked, suspended, or expired licenses are not considered valid.
• Must pass a 10-year background check.
• Must be willing to take a pre-placement physical abilities test, hearing and vision tests, and drug screen.
• Must be flexible to work any shift in a 24/7 operation, including nights and weekends.
• Must clear a fingerprint-based criminal history check to obtain and retain credentials necessary for the position.
• Must obtain and retain applicable position-specific clearances, including FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs, and U.S. Postal Service clearances.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.
• Successful completion of an interview is required to meet job qualifications.
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position.

Nice To Haves

• College degree.
• Experience in Non-Destructive Testing.
• FCC License.
• Familiarity with FAA-H-8083-9 Rev.A Aviation Instructors Handbook.

Responsibilities

• Conduct classroom and practical training at maintenance bases, line stations, supplier base stations, and other facilities.
• Provide technical knowledge and practical instruction on the safe maintenance, repair, and operation of aircraft, aircraft systems, ground equipment, tools, and test equipment.
• Analyze technical information and develop training programs to meet established objectives.
• Write, edit, and produce materials for technical instruction.
• Develop and administer technical examinations where appropriate.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to Technical Operations groups.
• Conduct classroom training on aircraft systems.
• Develop and update training materials.
• Review technical data and manual revisions to stay current with procedures.

Benefits

• Medical benefits.
• Dental benefits.
• Vision benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Accident and disability benefits.
• Employee assistance program.
• Commuter benefits.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k).
• Pension.
• Flight privileges, subject to the respective collective bargaining agreement.
• Bonus eligibility, including profit sharing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED