At Eastern Airlines curiosity and excitement for growth go a long way. In fact, Eastern Airlines was launched by seekers, adventurers and above all fliers. Our rich legacy and pioneering spirit are still evident in our team today.

Our open-hearted attitude, respect for the people we fly and our attention to detail is what sets Eastern Airlines apart from its competitors. Natural curiosity and hunger for wonder are behaviors that make our employees successful.

This summary provides a listing of the knowledge, skills and abilities that are critical components of the position for Maintenance Training Manager.

This position is responsible for ensuring all aspects of aircraft maintenance training are consistent with FAA 14 CFR Part 121 and Company General Maintenance Manual (GMM) requirements for both Eastern Airlines and Eastern Air Express. The individual in this position will possess a strong educational background with emphasis in air carrier or aerospace maintenance training and extensive experience in managing training and development programs. He/she will have thorough knowledge of relevant FAA training related regulations and industry standards in order to design and properly deliver the maintenance training programs.

• Develops schedules and delivers curriculum for all Maintenance training courses. Administers training deliverables in compliance with FAA and organizational objectives. Must be able to perform these tasks without supervision and make recommendations to management on execution of the training;
• Maintains individual training records for all Eastern Aircraft Maintenance and Contract Maintenance personnel;
• Establishes maintenance tracking/evaluation procedures to identify recurring maintenance problems. Recommends modifications and/or develops training enhancements where necessary to eliminate recurring problems in a timely manner;
• Assures maintenance compliance with FAA & DOT training requirements for hazardous materials;
• Conduct and assure compliance with OSHA required training related to industrial safety and lift equipment used by maintenance;
• Conducts maintenance training classes to assure FAA & DOD compliance with engine run and taxi (classroom), inspector, RII, airworthiness release, ETOPS, and RVSM;
• Participates in annual maintenance training at http://www.faasafety.gov as offered;
• Issues a monthly report of certifications showing current qualified employees and recurrent maintenance training due dates
• Incorporates additions or modifications to training modules in response to any identified discrepancies generated by CASS, IEP, FAA, DOD, or FSDO;
• Helps build and support an organizational culture within the maintenance in which passion for continuous improvement is innate;
• Evaluates new Maintenance training equipment, courseware, or software available for purchase and provides recommendations and cost benefit analysis for inclusion in the department budget;
• Ensures that training courseware and training assets are adequate to meet training goals, proficiency levels and safety/regulatory requirements;
• Ensures that he/she maintains troubleshooting proficiency in their areas of instructional expertise and is well versed in the use of all maintenance training assets including CMI/CBT, flight/maintenance training simulators and audio-visual aids;
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Director of Quality or Vice President of Maintenance and Engineering;

• Must hold a current mechanic certificate with an Airframe and Power Plant rating and have held these ratings for at least five (5) years;
• Must have at least five (5) years of maintenance experience on different types of large airplanes (having 10 or more passenger seats, B767/B777 preferred) with a Part 121 air carrier;
• Must have at least five (5) years of experience in a supervisory capacity maintaining large aircraft of the same category and class as that of the company;
• Must have at least three (3) years of experience previously in an instructor capacity;
• Ability to accurately perform simple to semi‐advanced calculations;
• Planning and organizational skills necessary to plan, prioritize, and coordinate class schedules;
• Familiarity with accessing online aircraft manuals;
• Familiarity with accessing online course/CBT software;
• Intermediate‐to‐advanced computer skills with intermediate keyboarding /data -entry abilities;
• Demonstrates excellent management, communication skills, professionalism, and positive customer service attitude without compromising quality;
• Bachelor’s degree or specific trade school education;
• Ability to communicate effectively; in both oral and written communication;
• Possess and maintain a valid Driver License and a driving record from the state of your primary residence that meets the Company’s insurance standards;
• Pass a two (2) year drug and alcohol background check, pre-employment drug test, and criminal history records check (CHRC);
• Eligible to work in the United States.