Supervisor - Maintenance Training

United Airlines; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 132,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flight privileges

Bonus eligibility

Long-term incentive compensation

Job summary

United Airlines in Houston is seeking a Maintenance Training Supervisor to oversee the maintenance training program for technical operations, ensuring compliance with CFR 14 Part 121.375 and company specs. You will design, develop and deliver training for technicians and supplier staff, monitor needs, allocate resources, and coordinate with other departments to keep the fleet mission-ready.

The role requires an FAA A&P license, at least five years in aircraft maintenance with two years in

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience.
• FAA A&P License.
• 5 years in the aircraft maintenance industry with a minimum 2 years in management involving a leadership role.
• Extensive technical knowledge of aircraft systems, maintenance operations, and applicable FAA regulations.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Maintenance Training program in accordance with CFR 14 Part 121.375 and Company Ops Specs.
• Design, develop, and deliver training to technical operations personnel as well as supplier companies.
• Develop computer-based training when necessary.
• Assist instructors to achieve and maintain a high level of competency with regard to the aircraft classes assigned.
• Monitor and prioritize current and future training needs; allocate resources accordingly.
• Serve as primary liaison between instructors and other departments to achieve goals.
• Manage daily administrative tasks including time and attendance, comp time, overtime, vacations, and instructor expenses.
• Provide training programs to Tech Ops employees; ensure programs and materials meet regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership experience

FAA regulations knowledge

Maintenance operations

Regulatory compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Aviation degree preferred

Job description

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Description

At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure they’re well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.

Job overview and responsibilities

• Maintenance Training Supervisors duties include the oversight of the Maintenance Training program in accordance with Regulatory and
• Company guidelines
• Responsible for the oversight of the design, development, and delivery of training to technical operations personnel as well as supplier companies
• This is to include the development of computer based training when necessary
• Will assist the Maintenance Training Instructors and Designated Instructors to achieve and maintain a high level of competency with regard to the aircraft and systems classes assigned to them
• This is to include the following: Monitor and prioritize current and future training needs
• Identify and allocate resources to meet development and training requirements
• Primary liaison between instructors and other departments as needed to achieve departmental goals
• Manage daily administrative tasks such as time and attendance, comp time, overtime, vacations, monitoring instructor expenses, and etc.
• Provide training programs to Tech Ops employees
• Monitor training needs to ensure programs and materials are with CFR 14 Part 121.375 and Company Ops Specs
• Evaluation of teaching techniques and continued improvement opportunities
• Evaluate classroom and coach instructors to maintain constant and current readiness flow
• Interact with other departments to ensure technical data is readily available to departmental staff
• Daily administrative tasks

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience2. Qualifications/ Certifications
• FAA A&P License
• 5 years in the aircraft maintenance industry with a minimum 2 years in management involving a leadership role
• Extensive technical knowledge of aircraft systems, maintenance operations, and applicable FAA regulations
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• Aviation related degree
• FCC License
• 2 years in a leadership role within a maintenance organization including a unionized labor workforce
• A proven successful track record

• Familiarity with FAA-H-8083-9 Revision

  A Aviation Instructors Handbook

• Maintenance training instructor experience
• Familiarity with Aircraft Structural Maintenance, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), or Regulatory Compliance

• Demonstrates an understanding of the capabilities and limitations of generative AI tools and effectively leverages them for research, analysis, content creation, and problem-solving. Applies critical thinking to validate AI-generated outputs while adhering to company policies related to responsible AI use, data privacy, and security.

The base pay range for this role is $132,421.50 to $161,848.50.

The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.

United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, contact [e-mail]