Sr. Technical Instructor

Airbus•Grand Prairie, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Airbus Helicopters is looking for a Senior Technical Trainer to join our Customer Training Team in Grand Prairie, TX. The Sr Technical Trainer p rovides Maintenance Training to operator or MRO’s aircraft maintenance technicians in compliance with relevant regulation standards to allow them to maintain Airbus products. Meet the team: The Airbus Helicopters Inc. (AHI) Training Center offers North American and global customers a comprehensive curriculum of Pilot and Technician training services across the spectrum of Airbus Helicopter types. Your working environment: A suburb just outside the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area is home to Airbus Helicopters U.S. regional headquarters, where we have more than 1,000 employees. Check out one of the seven professional sports teams that also call Dallas home - you may even see a special, custom Airbus helicopter dedicated to the Dallas Cowboys flying during home games. How we care for you: 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. At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and accessibly. Wherever possible, we support flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of three (3) years of Instructor experience on Helicopters.
Minimum five (5) year experience of field maintenance on Airbus helicopter products.
Experience in ground operations/handling of the assigned aircraft.
FAA Airframe & Powerplant or equivalent License from other CAA authority
Extensive knowledge of helicopter mechanical theory, field maintenance, repair, overhaul, inspection, testing and troubleshooting, blueprints, wiring diagrams, inspection guides, and engineering/technical directives.
Aircraft systems, flight characteristics, and maintenance techniques
Formal instructor experience.
Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form in English.
Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills.
Strong ability to deliver information using a variety of techniques so that students with different experience levels and backgrounds are able to grasp and retain the information presented.
Ability to command an audience and hold their attention throughout training sessions.
Ability to work with translators.
Google Workspace/Microsoft Office Suite/Adobe Pro
SmartScreen/Video Projection Equipment

Nice To Haves

BS/BA degree in relevant field.
Airbus Technical Instructor experience
FAA Inspection Authorization
Familiarity with EASA/TCCA/FAA Part 147 rules and regulations as applicable.
Bi-lingual capability (French/German/Spanish).
HATS Trainer Familiarity
Ability to analyze student experience and knowledge base and customize teaching approach to maximize learning.

Responsibilities

Deliver technical instruction to customers and company personnel on Airbus Helicopter products and associated equipment. This includes theory and practical exercises for classes several weeks in duration.
Administer course exams/quizzes and homework to trainees.
Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing publications.
Determines effectiveness of training programs by monitoring feedback and making improvements as necessary.
Maintain proficiency IAW changes in technology and maintenance procedures.
Act as the “face of Airbus Helicopters” and host to trainees while onsite, ensuring they receive an excellent customer experience.
Train and mentor new instructors.
Maintain qualifications equal to or greater than Referent Instructor for at least one aircraft type.
Develop and maintain training devices, mock-ups, and tools used during practical instruction.
Maintain an organized and safe classroom and training hangar environment.
Responsible for ensuring accuracy and completeness of required training documentation/student transcripts and submitting in a timely manner at the conclusion of the course.
Incorporate revisions and modifications to course material IAW ASB, SB, and other relevant documentation.
Assist in the development of homework, quizzes, and exam questions.

Benefits

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”)
Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.
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.
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.
flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

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