Inflight Training Instructor

About the role

PSA Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of American Airlines, offers unparalleled opportunities for growth and professional development. We value teamwork and inclusivity and strive to create a safe, respectful, and happy work environment for our more than 5,500 team members. At PSA, we are defining the standard in regional aviation by focusing on The PSA Standard—our foundation for operation.

Join our team to enjoy comprehensive benefits, including travel privileges on the American Airlines global network, so you can explore new destinations and create unforgettable memories with family and friends.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly prepare for instruction sessions by acquiring comprehensive knowledge in the specific area of instruction.
• Deliver Flight Attendant Training program material(s) in a clear, logical, and organized manner during training sessions using applicable instructional methods, materials, and techniques.
• Effectively utilize the training sessions to accommodate the diverse learning needs of participants by following the lesson plans, guides, and other training aids.
• Provide subject matter expertise in all areas of Inflight Services policies and procedures; serve as a resource for Flight Attendants.
• Serve as a role model and mentor Flight Attendants in performance, behavior, appearance, and demeanor.
• Evaluate and coach Flight Attendants and new hire trainees to ensure performance standards are met.
• Demonstrate a willingness to work as part of a team whether working in training sessions or on assigned projects/programs.
• Adhere to training policies and complete required training forms accurately and following established procedures.
• Be aware of and utilize the equipment required for each element of training; understand and explain the operation of equipment and/or demonstrate skills (e.g., commanding evacuation, firefighting).
• Ensure that devices used for training and testing are in working condition; report and correct any devices that fail inspection criteria.
• Mitigate challenges/hazards associated with operating equipment in a training environment to prevent bodily injury for instructor, students, or other individuals.
• Successfully complete all required training events and qualification trainings for class instruction, including applicable instruction observation assessments.
• Conduct periodic line checks/observation flights.
• Complete administrative duties in a timely and accurate manner.
• Serve as a liaison between Inflight Training and other departments.
• Responsible for the Company's Security and Safety Management System (SMS) and associated Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance outputs.
• Perform and complete all other projects, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of Flight Attendant experience.
• FAA Certification.
• Secure, retain, and maintain currency as a PSA Airlines Flight Attendant.
• Ability to maintain and display a working knowledge of FAA requirements as well as all company policies and procedures.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of PSA Inflight Policies and Procedures, Inflight Training methodologies, and the use of the Electronic Flight Bag (EFB).
• Experience teaching adults in a classroom setting.
• Active Check Flight Attendant status.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, photocopiers, facsimile machines, and filing cabinets.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This is largely a sedentary role; however, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb up and down stairs, lift weight up to 50 lbs, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.

Security Clearance

All employees are required to pass the fingerprint-based criminal history records check (CHRC) per 49CFR1542.209 as well as a pre-employment drug screen.