Sr. Technical Instructor

Johnson Service Group, Inc. (JSG)

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San Jose, California

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CONTRACTOR

$55/hr

Updated 09/07/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic Aerospace Training & Development Specialist to lead the development and delivery of high-impact technical training programs within a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate brings hands-on military or commercial aircraft maintenance experience combined with a strong background in aerospace manufacturing and quality systems. This role is responsible for designing engaging training materials, developing curriculum and assessments, and ensuring employees are equipped with the technical knowledge and skills needed to maintain the highest standards of safety, compliance, and operational excellence. Candidates should possess at least five years of aerospace manufacturing or quality experience, along with an associate degree or technical diploma from an accredited college or trade school related to technical training or aviation disciplines. Strong instructional skills, curriculum development expertise, and the ability to evaluate training effectiveness are essential for success in this role.

Essential Responsibilities:

Develops training programs, curriculum, training materials, training labs, and other training products for manufacturing EVTOL Aircraft.

Identify the best approach to training requirements including, but not limited to hardware, lab space, job aids, videos, course assessment and computer assisted and adaptive learning environments, testing, behavior-based assessment, and performance.

Create assessments to evaluate learning effectiveness and instructional improvement opportunities, including pre-tests, post-tests, and knowledge checks.

Adapt and present material to various knowledge levels through excellent written and verbal communication.

Attend additional courses, study course material, and optimally complete hands-on exercises and a technical check performed by another qualified instructor in order to increase the number of courses qualified to instruct.

Acquire subject knowledge by collaborating with engineers, observing production methods, and referring to industry standard technical specifications, engineering drawings, models, and schematics.

Participate in project team meetings and meet deadlines as determined by project schedule

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing or quality experience within Aerospace

Experience developing technical training materials and conducting technical training in a classroom and hands-on environment

Experience conducting instructor-led training

Associate's degree or technical diploma from an accredited college or trade school in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education

Candidate must be authorized to work in the US on a continuous basis without company sponsorship

Excellent oral and writing communication skills

Strong bias for action, can communicate vision clearly, and be a driver of change

Demonstrate ability and experience in working effectively with teams, including virtual teams, but also independently or with minimal supervision

Demonstrate ability and experience in meeting deadlines and quality standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience utilizing or interfacing with NX/teamcenter

Intermediate knowledge and experience of various operation software and the Google suite.

Experience in Prepreg and wet layup composite sandwich repair, preparation, Bagging, and curing

Experience working with an MES and executing work instructions

Working knowledge of

ISO9001/AS9100, FAA

standards and requirements

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