Maintenance Trainer

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver technical training programs for aircraft maintenance technicians and support staff, ensuring alignment with FAA Part 121 requirements.
• Cover aircraft systems, maintenance procedures, safety, human factors, and regulatory topics in initial, recurrent, and remedial training.
• Create and maintain course materials, manuals, and assessments using computer-based training systems and modern instructional tools.
• Provide hands-on instruction based on real operational scenarios and field experience.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and adjust programs based on feedback, audit findings, and changes in regulations or fleet.
• Support compliance with company training manuals and FAA-mandated training requirements.
• Stay up to date on technical publications, airworthiness directives, and emerging maintenance best practices.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Technical Operations to address training gaps, audit outcomes, and continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements

• FAA A&P certification required.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on aircraft maintenance experience in a commercial aviation setting, preferably under Part 121 operations.
• Prior experience delivering technical training or mentoring maintenance personnel strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of aircraft systems, technical manuals, MEL/CDL/NEF use, and safety protocols.
• Computer literate with proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, web-based training systems, and maintenance tracking software (e.g., CAMP, TRAX, or similar).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain complex technical content clearly.
• Strong interpersonal skills; approachable, supportive, and committed to helping others succeed.
• Knowledge of FAA training and recordkeeping requirements.
• Experience with Saab 2000 or similar turboprop aircraft preferred but not required.
• Experience with LMS platforms and instructional design.
• FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) or previous Maintenance Control experience a plus.
• Proven ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Experience with LMS platforms and instructional design.
• Computer literate with proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, web-based training systems, and maintenance tracking software (e.g., CAMP, TRAX, or similar).

Benefits

• Top tier pay dependent on experience (DOE).
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Supplemental coverage options.
• Company HSA contributions.
• Competitive PTO plan.
• 401(k) myIDTravel and ID90 flight perks.