Manager, Aviation Training Programs

This is a full time/direct hire position offering a competitive salary with full benefits package.

Job Title: Manager, Aviation Training Programs

Employment location: Wichita, KS

Job Summary

The employer is a leader in online aviation ground training for pilots, cabin crew, ground crew, and maintenance/safety personnel. The Manager, Aviation Training Programs will manage the company's training programs, assist in onboarding new clients, and facilitate new subject development, updates to existing modules, and client-specific training. You'll utilize your operational or training experience in aviation operation to guide all phases of Part 135, 125, 91, and 145 initial and recurrent training development, including basic indoctrination, specialty curriculums, and aircraft systems for fixed-wing and rotor-wing operators. This pivotal role will drive long-term client value by ensuring content alignment with regulations, industry standards, and recommended best practices while working closely with the company's in-house content development team and industry SMEs. You'll solidify the company as a trusted aviation training partner, delivering high-impact solutions and experiences to help every client succeed in all their training goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Program Development and Management

" Develop comprehensive frameworks for online training at the appropriate level (Rote, Understanding, Application, Correlation)

" Analyze client requirements and industry regulations to scope and structure training projects

" Ensure all training materials comply with FAA regulations and international standards

" Coordinate with subject matter experts to validate technical accuracy of content

" Organize and package research and scoping deliverables for stakeholder consideration and Development Team production

Quality Assurance and Maintenance

" Review and update courseware based on regulatory changes and client feedback

" Perform quality control checks on training materials for accuracy and effectiveness

" Implement continuous improvement processes for existing training programs

" Provide accurate and timely feedback to ensure material is consistent, accurate, and delivers intended learning objectives

Cross-Functional Collaboration

" Serve as the central hub between our clients, SMEs, and our internal content development, customer success, and sales teams

" Partner with clients to understand their specific training needs and requirements

" Provide guidance on regulatory matters, industry standards, and recommended practices (SARPs)

" Assist the Chief Strategy and Customer Experience Officer with project prioritization and resource allocation

Responsibilities

" Develop a framework for online training courses and educational material at the appropriate level for each client to ensure the end users of our products acquire the proper skills, knowledge, and/or can demonstrate competence in material application. To establish this, we develop to one of four learning levels: Rote, Understanding, Application, and Correlation.

" Scope projects based on client-supplied material, independent research, and/or collaboration with subject matter experts, leading to the creation of online courses and educational materials (to include tutorials, learning checkpoints, questions, and course guides).

" Analyze each project to ensure the specific goals and respective training, learning, educational, industry standards, or regulatory expectations are met while producing the desired training outcomes.

" Revise/update courseware based on client feedback/regulatory changes to ensure training accuracy and relevance to the audience.

" Organize and package all research and scoping deliverables for project stakeholder consideration and Development Team production.

" Contribute accurate and timely feedback to the Development Team to ensure material is accurate, consistent, easy to understand, follows in-house style guide, and delivers the intended learning objectives.

" Provide guidance on any questions regarding accuracy of training elements, feedback from clients and others in our organization, as well as our course catalog, regulatory items, and industry SARPs (standards and recommended practices).

" Assist the Chief Strategy and Customer Experience Officer in project tracking and prioritization to ensure adherence to regulatory frameworks, provide direction to the Content Team, and ensure project triage aligns with company objective / industry standards.

Overview: In summary, success can be found through a focus on:

" Understanding the aviation industry and the specific training needs from a regulatory standpoint with industry standards and recommended practices in mind.

" Delivering consistent workflow to the development team, ensuring each framework provided is reasonable for its intended purpose.

" Integrating seamlessly as the hub between the spokes of the Content Team, Customer Success Team, Sales Team, SMEs, and our clients.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Skills and Experience

" Demonstrated professional experience in aviation operations (flight, dispatch, maintenance, or cabin crew)

" Comprehensive knowledge of aviation regulations, particularly Parts 91, 125, 135, and 145

" Familiarity with aviation terminology and ability to navigate industry lexicon (OpSpecs, LOA, FAR-AIM, PBN, GPS, CPDLC, ADS-B)

" Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, CRM systems (e. g. , Zoho), and project management tools

" Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities

" Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills (video and in-person)

" Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail

" Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time

Preferred Qualifications

" Experience as a pilot or instructor in Part 91/125/135/145 operations

" 3+ years of experience in education/curriculum development or training roles

" Understanding of learning methodologies and instructional design principles

" Knowledge of global aviation standards and recommended practices

" Enthusiasm for enhancing market and product knowledge toward offering custom-tailored solutions

Competencies

" Self-motivated and resourceful with a proactive approach to problem-solving

" Adaptability in a fast-paced environment where priorities may shift rapidly

" Strong collaborative skills and ability to build relationships with stakeholders

" Analytical and logical decision-making abilities

" Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills

What we consider a must have:

" Practical experience in the aviation sector (flight, dispatch, maintenance, cabin crew, and/or air medical).

" Well-versed in the language of aviation, knowing the diffe.