Instructor - Maintenance Operations

At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure they’re well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.

Job Overview and Responsibilities

Maintenance Instructors conduct classroom and practical training at maintenance bases, line stations, supplier base stations, and other facilities including but not limited to, providing technical knowledge and practical instruction for the safe maintenance, repair, and operation of aircraft and aircraft systems as related to maintenance, ground equipment, tools, and test equipment according to established procedures.

• Analyze technical information and develop training programs to meet established objectives.
• Write, edit, and produce materials for technical instruction.
• Develop and administer technical examinations where appropriate.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to various Technical Operations groups.
• Conduct formal aircraft systems classroom training.
• Develop and update training materials.
• Review technical data and manual revisions to stay current with procedures.

What’s Needed to Succeed (Minimum Qualifications)

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• FAA A&P License.
• Extensive technical knowledge of aircraft systems, maintenance operations, and applicable FAA regulations.
• Training development skills.
• Five to ten years of aircraft maintenance background with a Part 121 carrier.
• Formal aircraft maintenance instruction experience.
• Must be 18 years old.
• Valid US driver's license (revoked, suspended, or expired are not considered valid).
• Must pass 10-year background check.
• Must be willing to take a pre-placement physical abilities test, hearing and vision tests, and drug screen.
• Must be flexible to work any shift in a 24/7 operation, including nights and weekends.
• Candidate must be able to clear a fingerprint-based criminal history check in order to obtain and retain credentials necessary for the position.
• Position-specific clearances include but are not limited to FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs, and U.S. Postal Service clearances.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualifications.
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position.
• United will consider applicants with criminal histories consistent with the Fair Chance Ordinance.

What Will Help You Propel from the Pack (Preferred Qualifications)

• College degree.
• Experience in Non-Destructive Testing.
• FCC License.
• Familiarity with FAA-H-8083-9 Rev.A Aviation Instructors Handbook.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.