Sr. Manager, Technical Operations Training

Magnifica Air; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Magnifica Air in Orlando is building a brand-new airline training function. You’ll lead development of training programs for maintenance personnel, shaping how technical skills are built and maintained across the operation.

With full ownership of the training strategy, you’ll drive safety, regulatory compliance, and long-term capability, supported by a leadership team that values your input. The role reports to the Director of Maintenance and includes content creation, LMS management, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aviation, engineering, or related field.
• FAA A&P Certification.
• 10+ years in Part 121/135 airline maintenance operations, incl. 2+ years in training/leadership.
• Strong knowledge of aviation maintenance practices and regs.
• Airbus A220/A320 experience; startup airline exposure.
• LMS implementation experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development, delivery, and administration of training programs.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and high safety standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in training effectiveness.
• Report to the DOM.
• Develop and update training materials and policies.

Skills

Training design

LMS admin

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Maintenance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in aviation or engineering

Tools

LMS

Job description

You’ll lead the development of a new training function from the ground up, shaping how technical skills are built and maintained across our airline.

With full ownership of the training strategy, you’ll influence safety, performance, and long-term capability in a way few get to do.

On top of that, you’ll enjoy the backing of a leadership team that will fully value your input and supports your development.

What you’ll do

You'll oversee the development, delivery, and administration of training programs for airline maintenance personnel. This role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, maintains the highest standards of safety and quality, and drives continuous improvement in training effectiveness to support the airline's operational goals. You’ll report directly to the DOM.

Specifically, you’ll:

• Act as an instructor and deliver maintenance training material to maintenance personnel.
• Make sure objectivity is maintained in the training program, and that instructors are permitted to perform assigned activities without inappropriate interference from management and/or external organizations.
• Be responsible for and have authority over the maintenance training, qualifications, and recency of experience process, including process quality, establishing and modifying policies, procedures, instructions, and disseminating information regarding its administration.
• Make sure all course materials, training facilities, and training devices are appropriate for the course. Direct and coordinate maintenance training activities.
• Develop and produce maintenance training material.
• Act as the Technical Operations LMS system Administrator.
• Develop new/advanced training material to allow maintenance personnel to more productively, safely and effectively perform their responsibilities within the Company and the FAA regulatory system.
• Take an active role in promoting positive attitudes toward compliance and safety.

What you’ll need

• Bachelor's degree in aviation, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent aviation experience).
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certification.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Part 121/ 135 airline maintenance operations, with at least 2 years in a training or leadership position.
• Strong knowledge of aviation maintenance practices, regulations, and training standards.
• Airbus A220/ A320 Family experience.
• Airline Startup experience.
• LMS Implementation experience.

About Magnifica Air

Magnifica Air is a new luxury airline concept, serving private and exclusive passengers. With a focus on delivering exceptional service and operational excellence, we’re building a team that supports both our passengers and our people.