Woolpert | Pilot

Director of Pilot Training, Aerial Acquisition
United States Aerial Acquisition

Description

The Director of Pilot Training is responsible for leading our flight operations training program and ensuring that pilot and instructor training is designed and developed using standard processes for instructions system design and in compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Normal duties of a Woolpert Pilot III, with a somewhat modified rotation schedule, enabling pursuit of the following additional functions and responsibilities
• Continually review and manage training manual and other training related materials to update teaching objectives, outlines and training aids
• Complete required forms and records to assure proper documentation of training
• Manage Training schedule for Woolpert pilots
• Schedule and monitor training events with external training facilities, as required
• Maintain a working knowledge of all appropriate FAA regulations and guidelines to ensure compliance in all areas of training
• Serves as liaison to the FAA and the insurance carrier for interpretation and implementation of training program requirements and for coordination of training program approvals
• Conducts training in accordance with FAA training regulations and guidelines
• Engages with industry experts to share ideas and assess new training technologies and methodologies. Demonstrates a continuous improvement mentality
• Coordinates across other company divisions (e.g., Global Learning, Digital Technology, Corporate Safety) in support of learning technologies and training content
• Manages regular and ad-hoc audits of pilot, instructor, and evaluator training programs and certification records
• Manages collection and analysis of training data including pilot survey feedback
• Conduct preflight/post flight- debriefings and provide in-flight instruction to ensure pilots have a thorough understanding and comprehension of the training materials
• May lead a team responsible for managing specifications, development, testing, and training for all qualifications, learning, and training management systems

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or higher
• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi Engine/Instrument Ratings
• FAA Certified Flight Instructor with Multi Engine/Instrument Ratings
• FAA 2nd Class Medical Certificate
• 5 years of experience in pilot training and records management
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must possess a current US Passport
• Ability to secure necessary VISA(s)

Preferred Certifications:

• Airline Transport Pilot with Multi Engine Certificate

Travel:

• Travel approximately 50% of the time

Resulting Physical Qualifications:

• Ability to work additional hours when necessary
• Must be able to lift and move more than 50 pounds
• Must be able to reach with hands and arms and climb
• Must be able to walk, stand and/or sit for long periods of time