Aviation Training Manager - Safety & FAA Compliance

PrimeFlight Aviation Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health, dental, vision, and life ins.

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Job summary

PrimeFlight Aviation Services is seeking a Training Manager to lead development, implementation, and delivery of aviation training programs. This role ensures FAA compliance, safety, and high-quality customer service across staff.

You will evaluate training effectiveness, align programs with OSHA/DOT standards, and drive continuous improvement while coordinating with management and frontline teams. This position requires 3+ years in aviation training, strong communication skills, and the ability

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of aviation/distribution experience.
• Minimum 3 years training experience.
• Knowledge of OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and EPA preferred.
• Intermediate/Advanced proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Must hold a valid driver's license.
• Ability to access and interpret information using electronic devices (IPads/Tablets, Computers, Mobile devices).
• Flexibility to work varied shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Eligibility to acquire credentials (FAA, RAIC, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs, as applicable).

Responsibilities

• Confer with management to identify training needs for staff.
• Design outlines and determine instructional methods (individual/group lectures, workshops).
• Develop training aids and materials using company resources.
• Direct training sessions: new employee orientation, on-the-job, health and safety, recurrent training.
• Oversee progress of training measures and evaluate effectiveness.
• Report on trainee progress during training periods.
• Monitor performance of trained personnel.
• Assist with OSHA/DOT safety compliance audits and safety surveys.
• Maintain employee training files and airline manuals.
• Assist in safety program development and upgrading.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Job description

PrimeFlight Aviation Services is seeking a Training Manager to lead development, implementation, and delivery of aviation training programs. This role ensures FAA compliance, safety, and high-quality customer service across staff.

You will evaluate training effectiveness, align programs with OSHA/DOT standards, and drive continuous improvement while coordinating with management and frontline teams. This position requires 3+ years in aviation training, strong communication skills, and the ability