Senior Technical Training Instructor

Company

Alaska Airlines

The Team

Guided by our purpose, core values, and leadership principles, we are creating an airline people love. Our corporate teams set the strategies and operational plans to ensure the success of our company. Whether we use our expertise in accounting, human resources, finance, planning, legal, marketing, or any of our operational divisions, our shared passion for travel and our guests is what motivates us to achieve excellence each day. If you share our passion for creating an airline people love, we want to hear from you. 

Role Summary

The Senior Technical Training Instructor is responsible for delivery and instruction of timely and effective training solutions that support both Alaska Airlines (AS) and/or Hawaiian Airlines (HA) aircraft maintenance qualifications. As an individual contributor, this role makes recommendations for continuous improvement of all Technical Training products and services.   

Key Duties

• Conducts classroom and computer-based instruction for M&E personnel and contract vendor agencies in airframe/powerplant, avionics, and systems subject areas.
• Presents initial indoctrination, systems, and recurrent training/certifications.
• Assists in tracking and maintaining the currency of qualifications and authorizations for maintenance personnel.
• Establishes syllabus and assembles information for the development of new or revised courses.
• Leverages experience and expertise to develop and conduct training that brings resolution to specific aircraft discrepancies.
• Conducts specialized and sub-systems training to familiarize maintenance personnel with new equipment and techniques.
• Maintains all assigned technical training department-controlled documents in current revision status.
• Attends manufacturer-supplied training to enhance instructor knowledge and skills.
• Assists in providing immediate corrective action and long-term solutions to audit findings as applicable to the M&E training program.
• Provides a coordinated and seamless training program that maintains compliance with CFRs, General Procedures Manual (GPM) policies and procedures, and training program guidelines. 

Job-Specific Experience, Education & Skills

Required 

• 4 years of experience in aircraft maintenance/repair, performing as an Airframe, Powerplant, and/or Avionics technician in either commercial or military aviation.  
• Bachelor’s degree or an additional two years of relevant training/experience in lieu of this degree.
• Experience conducting aviation related instruction, training, coaching, or on the job training.  
• Effective communication skills (e.g., verbal, written, and listening).
• Detail oriented and highly organized, with ability to multi-task and work independently with limited guidance in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an airport Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge.
• Ability to work all shifts as required.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• High school diploma or equivalent is required. 
• Minimum age of 18.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. 

Preferred 

• Mechanic certificate with A&P ratings or a Repairman’s Certificate.
• Valid Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license.
• Experience with versions of the Boeing 737, A330, A321 and 787. 
• Familiarity with adult learning theory and the ADDIE model of instructional design.
• Experience with distance learning and/or eCourse instructional delivery methodologies.
• Familiarity with use of Enterprise Learning Management Systems (e.g., Greenlight, Silkroad, Cornerstone).
• Familiarity with courseware development tools (e.g., Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Creative Cloud suite, Studio 13, Lectora). 

Airport SIDA Badge Requirements

Important notification for employees working at an airport or maintenance hangar: Employees will be required to obtain a SIDA badge provided by the airport authority and maintain good standing in order to keep their SIDA badge. Review the SIDA Badge Requirements document for a comprehensive overview. If an employee does not qualify for a SIDA badge or has their SIDA badge pulled from them, the employee will be terminated. 

 

Job-Specific Leadership Expectations

Create a culture where all employees feel safe, included and they belong.  

Starting Rate

Salary Range

$97,200 -- $145,800 / year

Bonus

Salary Details

Pay will be based on multiple factors, including and not limited to location, relevant experience/level and skill