Technical Training Instructor - 1623

West Star Aviation Inc.; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Effective Day One

Medical, Dental & Vision with HSA/FSA

401(k) Plan with Employer Match

Paid Holidays & PTO

Job summary

West Star Aviation Inc. in Grand Junction, CO, is seeking a Technical Training Instructor to lead onboarding and ongoing technical training in a hangar/on‑site environment.

You will develop and deliver courses, align content with FAA and company standards, and mentor apprentices within the AMT apprenticeship program. The role requires 4+ years in aviation maintenance training, strong LMS skills, and the ability to collaborate with QA, HR, Safety, and operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; association degree preferred.
• FAA A&P or equivalent license is preferred for regulatory compliance.
• Experience instructing classroom or on‑the‑job training in aviation maintenance.
• Familiarity with LMS and instructional content development.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom onboarding and technical training for new technicians.
• Deliver instruction for regulatory needs and refresher courses.
• Ensure training materials meet manuals and FAA requirements.
• Update and edit content with QA, HR, Safety, and stakeholders.
• Lead train‑the‑trainer sessions and mentor apprentices.
• Coordinate with L&D organizers on schedules and LMS updates.
• Support ongoing onboarding and regulatory initiatives.

Skills

Instructing

LMS management

Public speaking

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in aviation maintenance or instructor development

FAA A&P or equivalent license

Driver’s license / passport ideal

Tools

Windows 2010 Suite

PowerPoint

MS Word

FrameMaker

MS Photo Editor

Adobe Pro

Job description

Full Time. On-Site. Grand Junction, CO, USA

Posted 9 days ago

West Star is the fastest growing maintenance repair organization in the industry, and we recognize this is the result of our talented team of trusted employees working together to deliver customer service excellence. We are committed to providing our employees with personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well-being with a small company feel.

When you join our team, we don’t think you should have to wait for your benefits to kick in. That’s why when you start, they start with you! This includes medical, dental, 401K match, time off accruals, weekly pay days and much more. We don’t want you to live to work, we want you to work and live.

What you can expect as a Technical Training Instructor at West Star:

Are you thrilled by the potential you see in people and motivated to welcome new people into the company and actively participate in developing the technical skills, knowledge and abilities required for people to advance and achieve their career goals? Joining the Learning and Development (L&D) team at West Star Aviation will enable you to play to your strengths and positively impact on the careers of many people!

To be successful in this role, all essential job functions must be performed onsite in an active hangar or office environment 4-5 days a week. Building and maintaining strong and collaborative relationships with employees along with operational management and other support teams is also required to successfully meet the performance expectations of a Technical Training Instructor.

You Will Be ESSENTIAL To Many FUNCTIONS Including

• Provide classroom facilitation for all new hires by instructing technical onboarding and key learning topics to prepare technicians readiness for working at West Star Aviation. Instruction will most frequently include repair station initial/refresher training, forms overview, quality processes and the use of manuals along with human factors, FAA regulatory learning and systems (corridor, brainier, etc.).
• Provide classroom instruction or customized hands‑on training to existing employees to meet regulatory needs, basic skills/routine task mastery, and refresher/remedial training.
• Ensure all requirements of the site’s Repair Station Manual and Technical Training Manual are incorporated into technical onboarding, refresher/initial courses, and content while maintaining awareness of other aspects of learning and development content not regulated but aligned with the company’s purpose and supports our culture of building technician’s skills, knowledge, and abilities to successfully perform in their respective roles.
• Maintain a can‑do attitude and readiness to support ad hoc training requests for new courses or changing content to support ‘in the moment’ training outcomes such as remedial training, changing operational processes and know‑how, updated manuals, unique customer requests and/or or new AD’s.
• Routinely review and verify the accuracy of all training materials to identify changes in revision dates, general maintenance manuals or other areas which impact regulatory or customer compliance. Edit materials in a timely manner to maintain integrity, regulatory compliance, and operational alignment.
• Own the development of preparing new or editing existing training materials by collaborating with Quality Assurance, Human Resources, Safety, and program specific stakeholders to ensure content-rich and accurate material is used and encompasses various learning methods (classroom, computer based/virtual, and on the job).
• Complete train the trainer sessions with key stakeholders or third‑party vendors as necessary to strengthen your own knowledge and abilities in all areas of routine training instruction.
• Partner with stakeholders and subject matter experts on a semi‑annual basis to review training along with the effectiveness of new technicians to ensure work‑ready status is achieved. Incorporate feedback to strengthen onboarding and maintain operational alignment.
• Serve as the learning and development lead responsible for overseeing the Aviation Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship program. Provide routine mentorship, conduct monthly check‑ins with apprentices and their manager to review progress and recommend / implement improvements to maintain effectiveness of the program and compliance with changing FAA or FSDO requirements. Organize, review, and submit application packages to the FAA and coordinate virtual meetings between the FSDO and applicants for final review and sign‑off. Coordinate with L&D Organizers to schedule testing requirements.
• Understand and promote the AMT skill development progression path to new and existing technicians. Monitor LMS modules for AMTs nearing completion and proactively schedule proficiency testing.
• Routinely work with L&D Organizers to communicate and schedule training opportunities, share training records/files, communicate edits, testing or updates needed in the LMS. Discuss classroom or material support needs, upcoming audit support needs to ensure Technical Training Instructors and L&D Organizers work collaboratively and remain aligned on team and individual deliverables.
• Ability to work collaboratively and cohesively with a geographically separated team to align on goals and standardization of enterprise‑wide training and regulatory initiatives.
• Create presentations, including video, that provide clear and concise information.
• Perform other related essential job functions not specifically outlined.
• Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English.
• Any other job‑related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

Your Education

What you’ll need to bring with you:

• A High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associates degree in aviation maintenance, avionics or in instructor development or facilitation is preferred.
• An FAA A&P, Transport Canada AME, an EASA or equivalent license.
• A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not mandatory.

Your Experience

• 4+ years related work experience in aviation maintenance, Avionics, or as a Quality Inspector in a part 145 environment.
• Prior experience instructing classroom or on the job technical training involving complex skills, processes and/or various manuals. Experience with learning management systems (LMS) preferred.

Your Initiative

We’re looking for team players who are self‑motivated and able to perform in a fast‑paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common.

Your Sense Of Responsibility

• Attend work every day as scheduled to include overtime and weekend assignments.
• Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.
• Must have reliable transportation to get to work each and every day.
• Perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.
• Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.
• Maintain customer‑oriented work habits.

Other Particulars

Physical Requirements

• Lifts 50 lbs.
• Routine walking, bending and squatting or sitting.
• Routine or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands.
• Climb ladders and stairs, work in small, restricted areas.
• Standing for long periods of time.

Requirements

Mental Requirements

• Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines.
• Proficient and comfortable with virtually based instruction.
• Troubleshoot or evaluate system operation.
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams and similar technical data.
• Work with others in a professional manner.

Supervision

Work under supervision of the Manager of Technical Training.

Working Conditions

Varied positions in and around the aircraft as well as inside a classroom setting (virtual and in person) will be the norm.

Equipment Used

Computer software programs, (Windows 2010 Suite, PowerPoint, MS Word, FrameMaker, MS Photo Editor, Adobe Pro) in order to develop, revise and deliver training material and presentations

Compensation & Benefit Information

The following information is disclosed according to state specific requirements. If the position applied to is not in a state with these requirements, the following information may not apply. The salary range for this position generally ranges between $80k-100k. Actual salary will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience and performance. Additional compensation in the form of a shift differential will be provided if the employee is assigned to an alternate shift. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package. Other forms of compensation include a semi‑annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) company match and employer contribution to a Health Savings Account (HSA).

West Star Aviation’s Benefits

• Benefits Effective Day One for Eligible Employees
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage with Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Life Insurance, Disability Benefits & Supplemental Benefits
• 401(k) Plan with Employee Contributions & Employer Match
• Paid Company Holidays & Weekly Paid Time Off Accruals
• Flexible Work Schedules include 5x8, 4x10 and 3x12
• Weekly Competitive & Industry Leading Pay means you are paid more often
• Bonus Opportunity based on Company and Site Performance
• Internal Mobility & Career Advancement opportunities

This position will accept applications until 09/04/2026.

Company Description

With over 78 years of industry experience, West Star Aviation stands as a leading independent Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) provider. Employing over 3,000 professionals, we offer comprehensive services from our strategically located full‑service facilities in East Alton, IL; Grand Junction, CO; Chattanooga, TN; Millville, NJ; Perryville, Missouri; and Statesville, NC as well as satellite locations in Denver, Houston, Minneapolis and Chicago. Our extensive capabilities encompass maintenance, paint, interior, and avionics services, supported by the largest Aircraft On Ground (AOG) network in the country, ensuring prompt and reliable mobile repair services nationwide.