{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"6a31a43508432642eac7093b","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6a31a43508432642eac7093b","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6a31a43508432642eac7093b","title":"Manager - Technical Training","description":"LAUNCH IAB is looking for a Technical Training Manager for a site in Wichita, KSThe Training Manager is responsible for administration, development, and facilitation of LAUNCH's FAA approved maintenance training program and training records. The Training Manager conducts new hire and recurring training for LAUNCH's repair station and acts as a designated trainer for LAUNCH repair station customers. The Training Manager works closely with the LAUNCH repair station leaders, on-site coordinators, and remote LAUNCH Teams Administrator to ensure an adequate level of properly trained, qualified, and authorized Team Members are available to support maintenance activities, including maintaining the audit records of completed training. Additional duties may include:Responsible for the quality and administration of the Training Management System, including the Maintenance Training Program Manual (TPM)Ensures the quality, implementation, and courseware development for Maintenance Technical Training including pathway programs for the repair station IAB Center of ExcellenceReviews and monitors all Maintenance Technical Training for quality, compliance, and adherence to company operating procedures and regulatory requirementsReceive training requests from various departments and ensure training is scheduled in a timely mannerSupporting data entry requirements for Empower MX or other digital task card and signature authorizationsCreating monthly and weekly training calendarsConducting in-person and virtual training for remote LAUNCH repair station projectsFacilitate \"train the trainer\" programs for customers when applicableDevelops and maintains the quality of technical course content and presentations, including On-the-Job Training (OJT) programEvaluates Maintenance Training Instructors, including equipment and coursewareResponsible for the annual training budget and budget management KNOWLEDDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIESMaintain LAUNCH repair station compliance with FAA approved repair station TPMSelf-starting, entrepreneurial, goal-oriented individualMultitasking and organizational skillsAbility to build rapport with both internal Team Members, vendors, government agencies and customersExcellent interpersonal skills, both verbal and writtenAbility to travel 30% of the timeAbility to work collaboratively and rely on others inside and outside of the company to meet objectivesAbility to maintain high-quality work and meet strict deadlinesStrong computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPointMust be able to self-supervise and maintain the highest professional communication and appearance standardsAbility to adhere to LAUNCH's Mission and Values MINIMUM EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONSPrevious training program management and course development experience with emphasis on 14CFR145 and 121 requiredPrevious instructor experience in repair station or airline environment5-10 years of maintenance training experience or combination of maintenance training experience and hands on maintenance experienceProficient with computer software (Microsoft Office products), course and LMS softwareMust hold a current, valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license with no history of infractions4-year degree preferredMust have a valid driver's licenseCertification in instruction or adult education preferredLocal candidate in the Wichita, KSAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.Why Choose LAUNCH?A team of aviation staffing experts leads LAUNCH. We understand the challenges of finding the top aviation jobs and we focus on linking you with the best openings in the most sought-after locations.LAUNCH offers you an ACA compliant benefit package including company-sponsored medical insurance with multiple plans to choose from. Our Minimum Essential Coverage is offered to every employee who does not have coverage elsewhere at no cost to you! LAUNCH also offers a 401(k) program with a company match. Plus, you join the LAUNCH Loyalty Club on your first day, earning you extra cash bonuses, apparel and safety rewards.If you're ready to LAUNCH your career, you've found an employer that can take you to new heights.","company":"Launch Technical Workforce Solutions","rawCompany":"launch technical workforce solutions","city":"Oak Brook","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-05-24T08:42:00.583Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3131.00","title":"Training and Development Managers","slug":"training-and-development-managers"},{"code":"13-1151.00","title":"Training and Development Specialists","slug":"training-and-development-specialists"},{"code":"25-9031.00","title":"Instructional Coordinators","slug":"instructional-coordinators"}],"industries":[{"code":"611430","title":"Professional and Management Development Training","slug":"professional-and-management-development-training"},{"code":"488190","title":"Other Support Activities for Air Transportation","slug":"other-support-activities-for-air-transportation"},{"code":"611519","title":"Other Technical and Trade Schools","slug":"other-technical-and-trade-schools"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Manager - Technical Training","description":"LAUNCH IAB is looking for a Technical Training Manager for a site in Wichita, KSThe Training Manager is responsible for administration, development, and facilitation of LAUNCH's FAA approved maintenance training program and training records. 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