Site Coordinator - Thrust Institute of Maintenance

Thrust Flight; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrust Flight in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking a Site Coordinator to oversee day-to-day administration and coordination of the FAA Part 147 AMTS training program. You will serve as a central liaison among students, instructors, operations, and student services to keep the program compliant and progressing on schedule.

The role focuses on tracking student progression, coordinating class schedules and labs, maintaining training records, preparing for audits, and supporting onboarding and retention

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in program coordination, education, operations, or administrative roles.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• High attention to detail, especially in recordkeeping and compliance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets, student information systems, and scheduling tools.
• Experience in an aviation maintenance environment or technical training school preferred.
• Familiarity with FAA Part 147 regulations and AMTS operations preferred.
• Experience working with A&P students, instructors, or maintenance teams preferred.

Responsibilities

• Track student progression through the A&P curriculum (General, Airframe, Powerplant).
• Monitor attendance, academic performance, and completion of required competencies.
• Ensure students are meeting program milestones and graduation requirements.
• Identify at-risk students and coordinate support plans with instructors and leadership.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Aviation program familiarity

Tools

Excel

Student Information System

Scheduling software

Job description

The Site Coordinator supports the day-to-day administration and coordination of training programs within a Federal Aviation Administration Part 147-approved Aviation Maintenance Technician School (AMTS). This role ensures students progress through the program in alignment with curriculum requirements, regulatory standards, and institutional expectations.

The Site Coordinator serves as a central point of contact between students, instructors, operations, and student services, helping drive student success, maintain compliance, and ensure a well-organized and efficient training environment.

Requirements

Program Coordination & Student Progression

• Track student progression through the A&P curriculum (General, Airframe, Powerplant)
• Monitor attendance, academic performance, and completion of required competencies
• Ensure students are meeting program milestones and graduation requirements
• Identify at-risk students and coordinate support plans with instructors and leadership

Scheduling & Academic Support

• Coordinate class schedules, instructor assignments, and lab/shop availability
• Support efficient classroom and lab utilization across cohorts
• Assist in managing capacity, start dates, and program pacing

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate student training records in accordance with Part 147 requirements
• Ensure documentation aligns with FAA standards, including hours tracking and competency completion
• Prepare and support audits, including FAA inspections and internal compliance reviews
• Assist with maintaining Training Course Outlines (TCOs) and supporting documentation

  Student Experience & Communication

  • Serve as a primary point of contact for students regarding schedules, program expectations, and progression
  • Provide clear guidance on program requirements, testing timelines, and next steps
  • Partner with Student Services and Admissions to support onboarding and retention efforts

  Testing & Certification Coordination

  • Assist in coordinating student readiness for FAA written, oral, and practical exams
  • Track eligibility for testing and ensure required documentation is complete
  • Support communication with Designated Mechanic Examiners (DMEs), if applicable

  Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with:
  • Admissions (enrollment and cohort planning)
  • Student Services (retention and support)
  • Leadership (program performance and reporting)
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives related to curriculum delivery and student outcomes

  Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in program coordination, education, operations, or administrative roles
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • High attention to detail, especially in recordkeeping and compliance
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency with spreadsheets, student information systems, and scheduling tools
  • Experience in an aviation maintenance environment or technical training school preferred
  • Familiarity with FAA Part 147 regulations and AMTS operations preferred
  • Experience working with A&P students, instructors, or maintenance teams preferred