Manager, Flight Training

AeroVironment•Petaluma, CA

1d•$117,500 - $166,425•Onsite

About The Position

The Flight Training Manager (FTM) is responsible for supervising and developing the Training program to ensure effective Training operations for the Medium Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (MUAS) Jump20 program and other special programs. The FTM will build rapport and collaboration with the instruction team. The Training program consists of Basic Qualification, Instructor Qualification, Refresher, and Requalification Training. The Training cycle is variable based on demand and growth. The FTM is primarily responsible for producing qualified, competent and agile operators/mechanics to support US government and other customers. The Training consists of classroom academics, simulators (both in person and remote Training), and field operations. Additionally, the FTM supports customer-facing product demonstration events for existing and potential customers as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related area and/or equivalent years of experience in Training.
5+ years of technical adult learning and education program experience.
5+ years of personnel management experience.
Past experience in manned and/or unmanned aviation in either fixed wing or rotary wing aircraft as an Operator, Pilot, Flight Engineer or Mechanic.
Broad knowledge of learning techniques.
Proven experience of delivering high-quality learning experiences.
Proven ability to effectively manage, lead and motivate a team.
Project management and customer service skills to manage multiple priorities in a complex challenging environment.
Demonstrated intermediate to advanced computer skills and proficiency with office software, productivity tools and relevant flight software.
Because of various out-of-area Training/maintenance requirements, must be available on both short and long-term assignments away from home, both CONUS and OCONUS.
Clean driving record required in order to drive company vehicles
Active Secret Security Clearance, or ability to obtain one
Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
Ability to travel up to 25% annually.
Be able to obtain a US Passport.
Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.
U.S. Citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Experienced people leader and team player.
Skilled at working on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth knowledge of the company.
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Access, PowerPoint, Excel)
Inspires, motivates, and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employees.
Brings organizational values to life using personality, uniqueness and the creation of a shared vision.
Champions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation while helping others deal with the effects of change.
Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain internal and external trusting, professional relationships.
Be able to Assess the degree of risk and opportunity in plans or actions and takes appropriate action to mitigate them or makes plans to build on the opportunity.

Responsibilities

Cultivate a professional, cohesive team environment leading to efficient and effective Training.
Execute concurrent simultaneous phases of Training in support of multiple programs with a group of 8-15 instructors.
Assist the Field Operations team with the hiring of Field Service Representatives (FSRs) for each class.
Refine and develop course materials and syllabus content.
Develop and evaluate Training budgets.
Ensure Instructors are teaching standardized procedures.
Conduct after action reports on Training for continued improvement.
Ensures Training area (air and ground space) is sufficient to accommodate MUAS Operator Training Course.
Works closely with product line management to review flight test and customer feedback for the express purpose of identifying preventative and corrective actions that will lead to a better-trained Operator/Mechanic.
Exercises supervision in terms of costs, methods, and staffing; mentors and provides guidance to staff.
Regularly interacts with senior management or executive levels on matters concerning several functional areas, divisions, and/or customers.