Aviation Training Program Lead

Flightsafety-International; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

FlightSafety International in Tucson, AZ, seeks an experienced Program Manager to lead a team of certified instructors and oversee program material development and delivery for flight training devices and courses.

You will supervise daily instructor activities, conduct performance reviews, ensure compliance with FAA/EASA standards, coordinate with DOT/DOMT and account managers, and drive continuous improvements in training quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; aviation/business background advantageous.
• Minimum three years in aviation/training or related field.
• Current pilot and instructor certificates and ratings required for program scope.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily training and checking activities of instructors and schedule changes.
• Provide performance feedback, conduct observations, and manage appraisals.
• Ensure compliance with FlightSafety policies and regulatory requirements.
• Recommend salary changes within budget and policy guidance.
• Coordinate with Scheduling Specialist and DOT/DOMT on staffing and events.
• Develop, modify, and sustain courseware and training devices for the program.

Skills

People management

Communication

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Time management

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or aviation management

3 years related experience

Instructor certificates & ratings

Tools

MS Office

TMS Systems

CRM

iOS

Job description

FlightSafety International in Tucson, AZ, seeks an experienced Program Manager to lead a team of certified instructors and oversee program material development and delivery for flight training devices and courses.

You will supervise daily instructor activities, conduct performance reviews, ensure compliance with FAA/EASA standards, coordinate with DOT/DOMT and account managers, and drive continuous improvements in training quality and efficiency.