Training Manager

Training Manager

In the ever-changing world of pilot training, standing still is not an option. Underpinning our pioneering spirit is an innate desire to continuously evolve. Our innovative approach challenges the norms of standard training, and as a result we deliver excellence to trainees and customer airlines alike.

Be part of Skyborne, the world's leading airline academy. Lead change, bring your ideas, ingenuity, and determination and make a real difference, in return you will enjoy the most competitive salary package and benefits, career security and flexibility, set in beautiful and thriving parts of the world, in state-of-the-art facilities.

We're not just an airline academy; we're a movement, and we want you to be part of it.

Job Description

The Training Manager oversees all aspects of the Airline Transport Pilot Certification Training Program (ATP / CTP) to ensure safe, compliant, and profitable delivery. This role blends operational leadership with business development, managing daily scheduling, regulatory compliance, and financial performance. As the central point of contact for students, instructors, vendors, and FAA representatives, the Training Operations Manager drives program excellence, market growth, and client satisfaction.

Key Relationships :

CEO

Commercial Director (US)

Head of Training, Head of Operations, Chief Flight Instructor

External vendors

Regulatory bodies (e.g., FAA, DGCA, EASA, Fair Work Commission)

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities :

Operational Oversight :

• Direct daily ATP / CTP operations, ensuring efficient, safe, and compliant training delivery.
• Develop and publish training schedules, balancing simulator capacity, instructor assignments, and student demand.
• Monitor student progress in the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring timely completion and certification issuance.
• Anticipate and resolve operational disruptions with real-time contingency planning, including weekends and evenings.
• Manage simulator and classroom utilization and leasing to maximize profitability.
• Maintain and update SOPs to align with regulatory standards and best practices.
• SME oversight for ground instruction.

Regulatory Compliance :

• Serve as the primary liaison with the FAA and other regulators.
• Ensure compliance with FAA requirements through proactive audits, meticulous record-keeping, and documentation management.
• Oversee instructor credentialing, prerequisites, and regulatory documentation.

Financial Management :

• Monitor program revenues and expenses, reconciling invoices, payroll, and simulator usage.
• Prepare financial and operational reports for senior leadership.
• Identify opportunities to improve profitability through cost control and efficient resource allocation.

Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement :

• Provide leadership and direction to instructors in collaboration with the Lead Instructor.
• Act as the central point of contact for students, instructors, vendors, and partner airlines.
• Foster a culture of instructional quality, safety, and customer excellence.
• Drive continuous improvements in training operations, scalability, and client satisfaction.

Business Development :

• Lead both B2B and B2C sales initiatives to increase enrolments and market share.
• Collaborate with the marketing team on promotions and outreach strategies.
• Analyze competitor pricing and recommend course adjustments.
• Identify, plan, and execute the launch of new satellite training centers.

Qualifications

Education & Certifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, or related field required.
• FAA ATP or relevant certification preferred.

Experience :

• Minimum 57 years in aviation training, flight school operations, or simulator management.
• Strong background in scheduling, resource management, and FAA regulatory compliance.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams in a training or aviation environment.

Skills :

• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt quickly.
• Strong financial acumen with budgeting, forecasting, and reporting experience.
• High level of communication and interpersonal skills, able to interact with regulators, airline partners, and students.
• Proficiency in LMS systems, scheduling software, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Information

Must be able to present authorization to work in the United States.

Benefits :

• Full Time, Monday-Friday
• Salary Range : 60,000 annually
• Health Insurance (medical, dental and vision)
• 401k Investment
• PTO - 18 days, plus 5-Sick Days
• Holidays - 9 days

This is an opportunity not to be missed. If you want to take your career to heights you never thought possible, then we want to meet you.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.