Aviation/Aircraft Structures (C-130 Sheet Metal) Instructor/Trainer - Full-Time, Benefitted (Not Temp or Contract)

Come make an impact in the Public Sector! Join our team to do meaningful work and support high-impact government missions.GP Strategies Government Solutions, Inc. Government Training Solutions | GP Strategies, a wholly owned subsidiary of GP Strategies Corporation, focuses on helping every public sector team unlock its full potential through people performance solutions.Our work directly supports mission critical government agencies, including:Air ForceArmyDepartment of Defense (DoD)Department of Health & Human Services (HHS)Department of Homeland SecurityNASANational Highway Institute (NHI) | Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)State & Local GovernmentsOur Mission is meaningful and powerful: to deliver innovative people performance through off the shelf and custom learning, mission specialists, and technology solutions, building deep partnerships with customers to help them achieve measurable mission and company performance improvements.GP Strategies Corporation, the corporate parent of GP Strategies Government Solutions, is a global leader in talent transformation, dedicated to empowering organizations to unlock their full potential. We help businesses enhance workforce performance and achieve strategic goals through innovative, technology-enabled learning solutions. For over 50 years, with a proven track record of supporting over 6,000 global organizations worldwide, we combine human expertise with AI-driven insights to deliver customized strategies that upskill talent, drive technology adoption, and optimize critical processes.GP Strategies Government Solutions has an immediate need for an Aircraft Structures Instructor to support a large aerospace client. We are seeking candidates who are able to conduct training covering a broad range of structures subject matter including, but not limited to: Heavy Structures, Drill and Fill, Fastener Install and Removal, Bond and Ground and Sealing. This is a full-time, regular position.Requirements:Hands-on aircraft maintenance and/or production work on the C-130Hands-on aircraft maintenance and/or production work on the F-35 a plusKnowledge/experience in aviation manufacturing and subassembly manufacturing processes including, but not limited to:Basic drilling concepts to include drill, ream and countersinkDrilling on and/or maintaining sheet metal material (composite experience a plus)Aircraft sealing and shimming, including liquid and solid shimExtensive knowledge in reading and interpreting aircraft engineering drawings and electronic work instructionsElectrical bonding prep including the use of bond meters, multimeters, etc.Fastener install and removalTool Control/Consumable ControlForeign Object Damage PreventionCandidate will possess experience training on aircraft structural components including classroom lecturing and/or coaching/mentoring students in a skills-based lab or detailed On-The-Job (OJT) training environmentPresentation skills or training/teaching background/experienceAbility to travel 10-15% to surrounding area locations, if neededPreferred Qualifications:Bachelor's degree is a plus and will be taken into consideration when looking at experienceExperience as an aircraft manufacturing instructor with formal training certifications (Master Training Course, Train-The-Trainer, etc.)Previous personnel management or leadership experience in an aircraft production environmentMilitary aviation maintenance and aircraft production experience a plusExperience using Shop Floor Management (SFM0 software in an aircraft production environmentExperience using aircraft power tools (rivet guns, puller assemblies, drills, etc.)Capable of writing, editing, and producing materials for technical instruction; provide assistance and support to production operations by helping determine training needs; and delivering effective trainingPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSGeneral physical requirements needed to perform the essential functions of this job may vary based on location of assignment.Assignment Location – Marietta, GASedentary Work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.Typing, communicating, repetitive motions.Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data, view computer monitors and read. May need to view presentation screens and other visual aids in a virtual setting.Inside environmental conditions with protection from outside elements.At GP Strategies Government Solutions culture focuses on performance and revolves around respect, fairness, and working collaboratively to achieve our goals. We support our People, no matter who they are or where they are from, because we all have valuable and unique perspectives and approaches. That's how great ideas are born, which enable us to work smarter.GP Strategies Government Solutions is committed and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other federally protected class.