Technical Instructor

Department:
Technical Operations
Our Company Promise
We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.
Job Description:
Pay & Benefits:
Pay of $58.61 to $58.61 per hour*, with the opportunity for future increase per applicable collective bargaining agreement wage scale. Opportunities for overtime and shift premiums.
Benefits you'll love:
• Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
• Up to a 9.3% 401(k) Company match, dollar for dollar, of your eligible pay, per paycheck **
• Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution toward retirement - when Southwest profits, you profit***
• Explore more Benefits you'll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits
Job Summary
All of Southwest's People come together to deliver on our Purpose; Connecting People to what's important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. The Technical Instructor delivers on our Purpose by developing and implementing technical training for Southwest Employees in the Technical Operations space. This role supports nondestructive testing (NDT) and works to remain current on the latest technology updates, equipment, and training procedures as they apply to our fleet. The Technical Instructor is a detail-orientated thinker who is excited about the opportunity to be part of meaningful and impactful initiatives and drive the future of Southwest.
Additional details:

• The culture of Southwest Airlines means we value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. Due to the nature of this role, you would be required to work from our Dallas, TX headquarters facility during business hours.
• U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.

Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to look for opportunities to reflect the communities we serve, and welcome applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences.
Responsibilities

• Provide training to SWA Employees, On-Call Maintenance Providers and Airframe Substantial Maintenance Providers/Designees in accordance with the Maintenance Procedures Manual (MPM)
• Design, develop, implement and revise training curriculums emphasizing system operation and troubleshooting procedures to reduce non confirmed component failures
• Design, develop, and implement special training curriculums to provide authorization of AMTs for critical aircraft maintenance functions
• Develop and operate computer based training courseware
• Provide training required by governmental regulations (i.e. FAA, OSHA, & EPA)
• Provide assistance with aircraft troubleshooting/act as a technical liaison to internal departments or Governmental agencies
• Provides needs assessment and analysis to provide training solutions to operational problems
• Must be able to meet any physical ability requirements listed on this description
• May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to instruct on all aircraft systems and aircraft maintenance related subjects
• Must possess excellent analytical and organizational skills
• Must be able to read and interpret complex technical manuals, logic diagrams, and schematics
• Must have strong written and verbal skills and ability to speak in a classroom situation
• Must be able to operate visual aids such as audio/video equipment and training simulators
• Knowledge of Windows based PC software, required
• Knowledge of CBT courseware design software, preferred
• Knowledge of Wizard or MaxiMerlin mainframe computer system, preferred

Education

• Required: High School Diploma or GED
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree

Experience

• Required: 8 years of commercial aviation industry experience
• Required: 5 years of hands-on commercial aircraft maintenance or 5 years Boeing 737 instructional design/courseware development and technical instruction experience

Licensing/Certification

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic Certificate, required
• Preferred: Previous or current Level II certification in ET, and UT methods

Physical Abilities

• Must be able to stand and publicly speak up to 6 hours per day
• Must be able to lift and move items up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Must be able to access all sections of the aircraft via stands and ladders

Other Qualifications

• Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
• Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
• Must be willing to travel extensively for long periods of time, frequently
• Must be willing to work variable days/shifts, frequently

*Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time. **401(k) match contributions are subject to the plan's vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits
***ProfitSharing contributions are subject to plan's vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company.
Pay Rate:
$58.61
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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