Training Manager 1218 Hangar Drive, New Iberia, LA 70560 $75,000 - $100,000 a year - Full-time Apply with Indeed Training Manager Aviation Exteriors Louisiana (Avex) | New Iberia, LA Position Summary Avex is seeking an experienced Training Manager to lead the development, implementation, and oversight of the company's employee training and qualification programs. This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with FAA, OSHA, customer, and company requirements while promoting employee competency, safety, quality, and operational excellence. The Training Manager will oversee the company's FAA-approved Training Program Manual, employee qualification systems, training records, and Learning Management System (LMS). This individual will work closely with leadership, employees, customers, and regulatory authorities to ensure our workforce is properly trained, qualified, and equipped to meet the demands of a growing aviation maintenance organization. Key Responsibilities Develop, implement, and continuously improve company-wide training programs, curricula, and qualification standards. Maintain the FAA-approved Training Program Manual and ensure compliance with applicable FAA, OSHA, customer, and company requirements. Oversee the company's Training Matrix, Learning Management System (Vairkko), employee qualification records, and On-the-Job Training (OJT) programs. Coordinate and track new-hire, initial, recurrent, remedial, safety, human factors, and job-specific training requirements. Serve as the primary point of contact for FAA and customer training and qualification requirements. Ensure employee certifications, authorizations, training completions, and competency assessments are properly documented and maintained. Develop and deliver classroom, hands-on, computer-based, and on-the-job training. Identify workforce training needs, evaluate skill gaps, and develop programs to support employee growth and career development. Develop and support instructor and OJT trainer qualifications. Support FAA inspections, customer audits, and internal compliance assessments. Monitor regulatory and customer requirement changes and ensure training programs remain current. Establish metrics to evaluate training effectiveness and overall workforce competency.

Qualifications & Experience Required:

Bachelor's degree in Aviation, Education, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of 5 years of experience in aviation, maintenance, quality, safety, or technical training. Minimum of 3 years of experience developing, administering, or managing employee training programs. Demonstrated experience with regulatory compliance, employee training, and qualification systems. Strong organizational, communication, presentation, and leadership skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Learning Management Systems. Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively across all levels of an organization.

Preferred:

Experience within an FAA Part 145 Repair Station environment. Experience maintaining FAA-approved training programs and manuals. Previous supervisory or management experience. FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate or other aviation-related credentials. Working knowledge of 14 CFR Parts 43, 65, and 145 and OSHA requirements. Knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional development, and competency assessment methods. Spanish language proficiency is a plus. Why Join Avex? Join a growing aviation maintenance organization where training, safety, quality, and employee development are essential to our success. At Avex, we value uncompromising commitment, exceeding expectations, and quality first. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on workforce development and the future of our organization.

Pay:

$75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person