Technical Trainer

POSITION SUMMARY

Develops and conducts programs to train employees or customers in installation, programming, safety, maintenance, and repair of aircraft and equipment. Coordinates and conducts training with the Hanger personnel on subjects as needed.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate and conduct training of maintenance & inspection personnel.
• Develop & conduct in-house training courses on EMB 120, EMB 135/145, EMB 190/195 and Legacy aircraft, Phenom, SAAB.
• Maintain training records, manually and through computer database.
• Coordinate OJT training with operational departments. Coordinate airframe and powerplant familiarization courses.
• Conduct initial and recurrent training for new employees, mechanics, inspectors, shop personnel and customer representatives.
• Maintain technical library to support in-house training requirements.
• Design, conduct and/or broker the delivery of training programs from a variety of resources; research, evaluate and select outside consultants and trainers to meet training needs as appropriate.
• Coordinate with the Manager of Safety for all safety training.
• Develop new employee orientation program that meets FAA requirements.
• Conduct Training in General Maintenance Procedures and Designated Inspector training

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Education:

• High School/ GED
• A&P license
• B.A. in Aviation Management preferred

Experience:

• Generally, 5-7 years of experience in a specialized functional discipline conducting practical training and on-the-job training
• Several years of experience doing aircraft repairs.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrates and knowledge of procedures being taught.
• Reads work orders, blueprints, and specifications or examines sample or damaged part or structure to determine repair or fabrication procedures and sequence of operations.
• Repair body or structure of aircraft according to specifications.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Be proficient in the usage of air powered hand tools and related equipment.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Able to communicate clearly in written and verbal documents
• Able to write training programs, including outlines, handouts and tests to set standards
• Analyze technical requirements

Working Conditions / Environment/ Special Requirements

• Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations.
• Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required

GENERAL COMMITMENT FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

• Commitment to company values and complies with department norms, policies, directives, and procedures.
• Incorporates Lean and P3E processes and concepts into daily activities.
• Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures.
• Honors and protects confidential and proprietary documents and information.
• Satisfies work schedule requirements.
• The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Performs other duties as assigned