Maintenance Training Manager

Airbus • Miami, FL

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

In the world of aviation maintenance, "good enough" is never enough. We are looking for a Maintenance Training Manager to oversee our training policies, instructor qualifications, and regulatory compliance. This is a "player-coach" role designed for a leader who can manage a diverse team of instructors, interface with global customers, and deliver expert-level Avionics training on Airbus aircraft. With a focus on maintaining a 100% compliance rate and overseeing the certification of up to 800 professionals annually, your work will directly impact the safety and efficiency of the aerospace industry. If you are a BS-degreed professional with a decade of experience and an FAA A&P License, apply today to help us set the gold standard in maintenance training.

Requirements

• Must possess a B.S degree specific in an aeronautical field; Management or Engineering
• 10+ years' in an aeronautical environment including at least 5 years as a manager and 3 years in an instructor role.
• Current FAA Airframe Powerplant License
• Comprehensive knowledge and applied understanding of EASA and FAA regulatory standards, combined with specific Airbus requirements, governing the Training, Testing, and Checking protocols for Maintenance Instructors.
• 5+ years of technical aircraft experience or military equivalent (Avionics systems preferred)
• 3+ years instructional experience in Avionics
• Must be able to create and maintain quality documents.
• Maintain qualification as Instructor and/or Training Center Evaluator in accordance with the Airbus Training Manual 70.0 and 70.1 and Airbus Training Standard practices.
• Must be able to travel independently and at short notice.
• Authorized to work in the USA
• TSA
• Onsite or remote: 90% onsite and 10% remote requirement.
• Be able to travel with minimal notice
• Hearing: Uses telephone and listens to clients/visitors and co-workers. Uses equipment (computer, fax, and others) that gives auditory signals.
• Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.(daily)
• Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.(Daily)
• Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.(Daily)
• Carrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.(once a month
• Lifting: able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs. (at least once a month)
• Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools. (once a month)
• Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer.(Daily)
• Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.(occasionally)
• Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or classroom floor. (daily)
• Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice. (40%)
• Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces. (Daily)
• Personal Protective Equipment required: Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site (during aircraft practical sessions)
• Administrative position only PPE required: Steel-toed shoes are required for all shop floor visit, appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor.(during aircraft practical sessions)
• This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance Instructor Qualification Oversight 45%
• Manage Maintenance Training, ensuring ongoing surveillance and evaluation of: Compliance with all applicable Training Standards Policies and procedures of all Airbus type aircraft, Maintain training qualification and competency, Knowledge of applicable Regulatory Agency policies, (EASA, FAA) Customer feedback of Maintenance Instructor performance, Training qualification and competency of the maintenance instructor team and maintain instructional qualification and continuing qualification records for all Maintenance Training Instructors.
• Customer Support 20 %
• Collaborate with the Director of Maintenance Training to identify and define customer training requirements during training conferences.
• Liaise with the Director of Maintenance Training to review and address customer feedback regarding training.
• Support the Director of Maintenance Training in managing staff performance, including setting objectives, monitoring results, providing feedback, and coordinating coaching/training.
• Instructor Role (25%)
• Serve as an Avionics Instructor, specifically delivering EASA/FAA-type courses.
• Maintain annual qualification in this role, ensuring strict adherence to Airbus standards.
• Other Duties and Responsibilities 10%
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
• Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees