Skills Development Instructor 2 - Cabinetry and Furnishing

Gulfstream•Savannah, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Gulfstream is seeking a Skills Development Instructor 2 specializing in Cabinetry and Furnishing. This role involves creating and delivering training programs focused on cabinetry fabrication, modification, and installation within the aviation industry. The instructor will facilitate courses, contribute to training design and enhancements, and support training initiatives across all Gulfstream facilities. The company emphasizes inspiring and empowering employees, fostering a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, and investing in their development to achieve collective success.

Requirements

8 years of hands-on cabinetry fabrication, modification, and installation experience.
Proficient knowledge of all applicable machinery and processes necessary to perform all aspects of cabinetry/furnishing fabrication, modification, and install, including but not limited to: surface grinder, contour roller, cold working tools, general sheet metal tools, UV curable coatings, sanding equipment, table saw, drill press, router, chop saw, time saver, jointer, planner, band saw, edge banding sander, disk sanders, resaw Foam Saws, Pin saw, general Upholstery tools, Surgers, toning, stripping (chemical/heat), touch-up, spraying, buffing, staining, painting, paint color matching.
High School Diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
8 years of experience in the aviation industry.
At least 3 years of training experience.
Excellent facilitation and presentation skills.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
Good organizational skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Team building skills.
Skilled user of MS Office products.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Relative Gulfstream experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct classroom and practical training to support Manufacturing and Repair Stations in the build, maintenance, and repair of Gulfstream aircraft, including structures, avionics, composites, torque, Click Bond, Permaswage, regulatory and safety training.
Deliver training required for compliance with FAA, CAAC, OSHA, EPA, etc., as well as computer software training as requested at all GAC facilities.
Act as an internal consultant on training issues within the area of expertise (technical, regulatory, safety, or manufacturing).
Partner with the Instructional Design team to support training needs analyses and other strategies to meet identified needs and corporate objectives independently.
Interface with team members to ensure comprehensive and timely responses to training issues.
Coordinate training functions with the supervisor.
Assist in establishing and assigning training schedules and monitor student progress to assure course completion dates are met.
Work with other instructors on projects to ensure training development is meeting established milestones and department standards are upheld.
Coordinate with various business units, vendors, and consultants to identify materials needed for training course development and implementation.
Interface with business units to ensure the training department is knowledgeable of product changes or modifications and incorporates them into new or existing training programs.
Maintain lines of communication across the organization to encourage the flow of information needed to keep courses current.
Revise course content to reflect changes in processes, procedures, and corporate issues and strategy.
Mentor Training Instructors and aid in the development of their skills and abilities.
Ensure equipment is functioning properly and training facilities are maintained in an orderly and professional manner.
Cross-train to teach other training courses on an as-needed basis.
Promote and ensure a safe training environment.
Travel as necessary to conduct training.
Perform other duties as assigned.