CAA/EASA Approved Instructor

Aircraft Engineering Consultancy and Training Ltd (AeCAT); Peterborough; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Aircraft Engineering Consultancy and Training Ltd (AeCAT) invites experienced aviation professionals to join its instructional team in Peterborough, UK or home-based, delivering approved aircraft type training under EASA Part-147.

The role covers theoretical and practical sessions, assessment of student competence, maintaining records, and travel to client sites with international opportunities; a qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineer with instructional experience is ideal.

Qualifications

• Qualified Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer.
• Experience within an EASA Part-147 Maintenance Training Organisation is highly desirable.
• Instructional Techniques Training certificate or recognised Train the Trainer qualification.
• Strong understanding of EASA Part-147, Part-145 and Part-66 requirements.
• Experience delivering technical training or a desire to move into an instructional role.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Good spoken and written English.
• Computer literate with experience using digital training platforms.
• Experience working on relevant aircraft types.
• Current or recent aircraft maintenance experience on applicable aircraft types.
• Ability to demonstrate aircraft type recency.
• Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally when required.
• Professional, organised and self-motivated approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver approved aircraft type training courses in accordance with EASA Part-147 requirements.
• Prepare and deliver theoretical and practical training sessions.
• Assess student competence and practical performance where authorised.
• Maintain high standards of instructional delivery and student engagement.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, approved training materials and organisational procedures.
• Deliver training through classroom and virtual learning environments where appropriately approved.
• Maintain accurate training records and associated documentation.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and technical updating activities.
• Travel to customer and training locations as required.
• Support the continuous improvement of training programmes, course content and instructional standards.

Skills

Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Instructional Delivery

Train the Trainer

English Communication

Training & Assessment

Travel willingness

Job description

Share your aviation engineering expertise and help develop the next generation of aircraft maintenance professionals. Join a respected EASA Part-147 approved training organisation delivering specialist aircraft type training across a diverse range of regional and business aircraft.

CAA/EASA Approved Instructor

Peterborough UK (or Home Based) with travel as required

• Full Time or Part Time, Permanent or Contract
• Competitive salary dependent on experience

Please note: you must be authorised to work in the UK

Our client is an established EASA Part-147 Maintenance Training Organisation specialising in aircraft maintenance training, consultancy and type training services for the aviation industry. They deliver approved aircraft type training programmes and are seeking experienced aviation professionals to join their instructional team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineer with instructional experience, or a desire to move into training and instructing, to contribute to the development of aviation professionals while working with a respected training organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver approved aircraft type training courses in accordance with EASA Part-147 requirements
• Prepare and deliver theoretical and practical training sessions
• Assess student competence and practical performance where authorised
• Maintain high standards of instructional delivery and student engagement
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, approved training materials and organisational procedures
• Deliver training through classroom and virtual learning environments where appropriately approved
• Maintain accurate training records and associated documentation
• Participate in ongoing professional development and technical updating activities
• Travel to customer and training locations as required
• Support the continuous improvement of training programmes, course content and instructional standards

Key Skills and Qualifications

• Qualified Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
• Previous experience within an EASA Part-147 Maintenance Training Organisation is highly desirable
• Instructional Techniques Training certificate or recognised Train the Trainer qualification
• Strong understanding of EASA Part-147, Part-145 and Part-66 requirements
• Experience delivering technical training or a desire to move into an instructional role
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Good spoken and written English
• Computer literate with experience using digital training platforms
• Experience working on relevant aircraft types
• Current or recent aircraft maintenance experience on applicable aircraft types
• Ability to demonstrate aircraft type recency
• Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally when required
• Professional, organised and self-motivated approach

Experience delivering or holding type approvals on one or more of the following aircraft would be essential:

• ATR 42 and ATR 72 Series
• De Havilland DHC-6

If you are a qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineer with a passion for sharing your knowledge and developing the next generation of aviation professionals, we would like to hear from you. Whether you are an experienced Part-147 Instructor or an engineer looking to move into a training role, this is an excellent opportunity to join a respected organisation operating within the aviation training sector.

Our client welcomes applications from motivated professionals who can demonstrate the technical expertise, communication skills and commitment required to deliver high-quality aircraft maintenance training.

Other suitable skills and experience includes Aircraft Maintenance Instructor, Aircraft Technical Trainer, Part-147 Instructor, Aviation Technical Instructor, Aircraft Maintenance Training Instructor, Licensed Aircraft Engineer, B1 Licensed Engineer, B2 Licensed Engineer, Aviation Training Specialist, Type Training Instructor, Technical Training Consultant, Aircraft Systems Instructor, Maintenance Training Assessor, Practical Assessor, Engineering Trainer, Aviation Engineering Instructor and Aircraft Maintenance Training Consultant.