Quality Assurance Specialist - Training

Chromalloy Corporation; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one

Competitive pay bonuses

Job summary

Chromalloy is seeking a Training Coordinator to develop, implement, and manage FAA/EASA/CAAC training programs for maintenance and inspections. This role strengthens employee competency, supports compliance with 14 CFR 145, and helps achieve FAA approvals.

You'll design curricula, schedule in-person and on-the-job training, maintain training records, and coordinate with Quality, Engineering, and Production to align with production needs and audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, quality, manufacturing, or related field.
• 3+ years of training coordination experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, QMS, and LMS.
• Strong organizational, scheduling, documentation, and records-management skills.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple departments and manage training resources.
• Experience developing regulatory-compliant training content.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the FAA-approved training program in accordance with 14 CFR 145.163 and AC 145-10, including initial orientation, job-specific training, and OJT.
• Monitor compliance with 14 CFR Part 145 requirements and manuals.
• Design, implement, and update curricula based on needs and regulatory updates.
• Schedule and coordinate in-person, on-the-job, vendor, and external training aligned with production needs.
• Maintain secure, accurate training records in FAA-acceptable format.
• Use digital tools to track training completion and generate reports for leaders and audits.

Skills

Organizational skills

Scheduling skills

Documentation

Records management

Cross-department coordination

Training content development

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/quality/manufacturing or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Quality Management Systems

Learning Management Systems

Job description

Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company. We are a leading provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world.

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Why work at Chromalloy?

Chromalloy employees are proud, passionate problem-solvers who strive to live our values every day. A career with Chromalloy is an opportunity to learn from top industry experts, work with important technologies, and unlock a passion for innovation. Join our team of experts, innovators and problem-solvers delivering world-class solutions for our customers. As a global company, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel represented, heard, and able to bring their best selves to work every day. Be part of something bigger with Chromalloy!

Our Total Rewards Program is designed to support you today and in the future.

• Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching.
• Development & progression opportunities for every employee – regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and parental leave—all eligible on your first day of employment!
• Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.

Eligibility for individual benefit plans may vary based on employment status.

Job Summary

We’re looking for a Training Coordinator to develop, implement, and manage initial and recurrent training programs for personnel performing maintenance, preventive maintenance, alterations, and inspections. This role strengthens employee competency, supports operational needs, and helps maintain compliance with FAA, EASA, CAA UK, CAAC, and AS9100 requirements.

Work That Matters

At Chromalloy, your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability. Our teams repair and manufacture critical aerospace components used across the global aviation industry. Whether you’re improving processes, supporting operations, solving technical challenges, or driving business performance, your contributions help keep aircraft flying safely around the world.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Own and maintain the FAA-approved training program in accordance with 14 CFR 145.163 and AC 145-10, including initial orientation, job-specific technical training, recurrent training, and on-the-job training (OJT).
• Monitor compliance with 14 CFR Part 145 requirements, including employee familiarity with the Repair Station Manual, Quality Control Manual, and applicable maintenance procedures.
• Design, implement, and update technical, quality control, safety, and regulatory compliance curricula based on operational needs and changing requirements.
• Schedule and coordinate in-person, on-the-job, vendor, trade seminar, and other external training while aligning training plans with production needs, certification renewals, and turnaround time requirements.
• Maintain secure, accurate, and retrievable training records in an FAA-acceptable format, including certificates, attendance logs, competency assessments, and required retention documentation.
• Use digital tools to track training completion, identify gaps, and generate reports for leaders and compliance activities.
• Assess training needs using employee feedback, competency results, incident reviews, regulatory updates, emerging technologies, and revised safety protocols.
• Identify and qualify internal and external instructors, ensuring they meet FAA expectations for knowledge of the methods, techniques, and tools used in repair station operations.
• Conduct competency assessments, evaluate training effectiveness, and provide mentorship and guidance on aviation maintenance techniques, safety standards, and company procedures.
• Partner with department leaders, supervisors, Quality, Engineering, and Production to ensure training supports operational goals and available resources.
• Conduct and support internal audits of training records, training effectiveness, processes, and compliance readiness.
• Apply continuous improvement standards and support regulatory, customer, and quality system audits.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in business, quality, manufacturing, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of training coordination experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Quality Management Systems, and Learning Management Systems.
• Strong organizational, scheduling, documentation, and records-management skills.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple departments and manage training resources.
• Experience developing training content that complies with regulatory requirements.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of 14 CFR Part 145 and AC 145-10 training requirements.
• Experience in aviation maintenance, compliance management, or quality assurance.
• Experience working with regulatory agencies and supporting customer or regulatory audits and problem-solving sessions.

This position may require work hours outside of the regularly scheduled hours to meet operational needs. This may include work during evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional work hours are assigned based on business requirements. Non-exempt employees will be paid overtime in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The salary range for this position reflects a broad spectrum of experience levels. Individual compensation within the range is determined by multiple factors, including relevant experience, education, certifications, job related skills, internal equity, and market conditions. We evaluate each candidate individually to ensure fair and competitive pay decisions.

Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role.

Chromalloy participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with company policy and applicable federal and state regulations.

Chromalloy is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disabled.

In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please contact: https://www.chromalloy.com/contact-us/