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Not many people can say they work in an industry that makes air travel safer, efficient, and more reliable. At Universal Avionics - we can! Here at UA, you will be part of a company that's leading the future of aviation to ensure easier management and safety & reliability of all phases of flight.
Universal Avionics seeks an experienced pilot training professional to join our team as a Pilot Instructor / Instructional Designer. In this role, you will utilize your theoretical and practical flying knowledge to deliver exceptional customer support by leading the development and delivery of product-focused curriculum.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform ground instruction in person and remotely.
• Apply theoretical and practical knowledge of flying to aid learning and answer questions.
• Maintain the classroom environment and equipment.
• Support the instructional design process.
• Lead in developing and organizing web-based training content, interactive courseware, multimedia visual aids, and other educational materials.
• Plan and develop training programs for the classroom.
• Improve curriculum and training processes by providing continual feedback.
• Participate in defining the requirements, testing, and improving training software tools and devices.
• Participate in developing and demonstrating procedural training scenarios using software tools and devices.
• Keep abreast of applicable aviation industry regulations and training industry trends.

Competency

• To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
• Analytical: Synthesizes complex or diverse information.
• Design: Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Problem Solving: Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; works well in group problem solving situations.
• Technical Skills: Pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
• Customer Service: Solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance.
• Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills.
• Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.
• Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar.
• Cost Consciousness: Works within the approved budget.
• Ethics: Treats people with respect; works with integrity and impartiality.
• Adaptability: Able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
• Dependability: Takes responsibility for own actions; commits to long work hours when necessary to reach goals.
• Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.

Minimum Qualifications
An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to performing the essential duties and responsibilities, equivalent experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Advanced degree in instructional design, education, or a related field is preferred.
• 500 hours combined of pilot or certified flight instructor experience is required.
• Two or more years of experience instructing professional pilots is preferred.
• Two or more years of experience planning and developing complex curricula is preferred.
• Two or more years of experience operating advanced avionics is preferred.
• Must be proficient in the use of classroom computer equipment.
• Experience with instructional design tools like Storyline or Captivate preferred.
• Experience with video editing software like Camtasia or Premier preferred.
• Experience navigating the FAA Letter of Authorization process is desired.
• Experience with the operation of NextGen Data Link technology is desired.
• Experience with Urban Air Mobility is desired.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including computer-aided instruction software, and the ability to use classroom computer equipment in a professional learning environment.
Language Skills
Strong command of aviation-specific technical vocabulary with the ability to effectively communicate in a diverse classroom. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals and legal documents. Ability to respond to common and/or complex inquiries from customers, regulatory agencies, or business community members. Ability to write training material for publication that conforms to prescribed style and format.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret various technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here represent those which an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
Travel requires possession of a current passport.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds when packing equipment for shipping. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to grasp, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and see, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit. The employee must occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
What motivates our team:

• Excellent benefits, including medical, vision, dental, PTO, 401k, and much more, as well as a robust health & wellness program
• Strong life-work balance
• Great company culture
• Groundbreaking work opportunities
• Impactful innovation in the avionics industry
• Passionate & dedicated team members
• A work environment that fosters training, professional development, and career advancement

Why you’ll like working here:

• Universal Avionics is a mid-sized company with all the functions and benefits of a much larger organization, so you get the best of both worlds.
• You’ll make an impact! You’ll be part of a company that is making huge strides in the safety and reliability of air travel.
• You’ll work with very motivated and skilled people who are excellent at what they do and are great mentors.
• You’ll bring your own unique skills set and passion to create a mutually beneficial working and learning environment.
• At UASC, we care about our employees, both personally and professionally.

About Universal Avionics
Universal Avionics and its parent company, Elbit Systems, Ltd., represent decades of leadership and innovation as developers and suppliers of Head-Down Displays (HDD), Head-Up Displays (HUD), Head Wearable Displays (HWD), and Combined Vision Systems (CVS), which includes both our Enhanced Vision System (EVS) and Synthetic Vision System (SVS). Universal Avionics is also a leading manufacturer of innovative commercial avionics systems, offering retrofit and forward-fit solutions for the largest diversification of aircraft types in the industry.
To learn more about Universal Avionics, visit www.universalavionics.com

Education
Preferred

• Bachelors or better

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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