Maintenance Technical Instructor

Columbia Helicopters•Aurora, OR

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Maintenance Technical Instructor is responsible for developing and delivering aircraft maintenance and systems training to both Columbia Helicopters (CHI) maintenance personnel and external customers. This role combines classroom instruction, hands-on training, and remote learning to support technician development across CHI platforms. The instructor will also lead training programs, support curriculum development, and assess trainee progress. Training may be conducted onsite, at customer locations (domestically and internationally), and virtually.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to instruct and mentor technicians
Understanding of domestic and international aviation regulatory requirements
Ability to interpret technical data from manuals, regulations, and digital sources
Self-motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously

Nice To Haves

college degree preferred
FAA Airframe and/or Powerplant certification preferred
Previous vocational, military, or formal teaching experience desired
Strong knowledge of aircraft systems; rotorcraft experience highly preferred
Experience with basic video production tools (camera, lighting, etc.) preferred
Ability to travel domestically and internationally, including to remote or austere locations

Responsibilities

Design and develop training content in various formats, including presentations, videos, and hands-on demonstrations, based on customer or internal requirements
Deliver technical training to CHI maintenance staff and external customers in classroom, hangar, and operational aircraft environments
Serve as Lead Instructor for CHI aircraft platform courses (e.g., Maintenance, Familiarization)
Facilitate new hire training for field and shop maintenance technicians
Plan, organize, and execute training programs in accordance with CHI standards and regulatory requirements
Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for aircraft systems and maintenance practices
Conduct practical exercises and evaluate mechanic proficiency and progress
Assist in developing training materials and contribute to the continuous improvement of training content
Represent Columbia Helicopters during regulatory or customer audits related to training programs