Training Manager

At Wisk, we're transforming the future of urban mobility through safe, all-electric, autonomous flight. We are a passionate team working together toward a sustainable future, solving high-impact problems that have never been solved before. By delivering everyday flight for everyone, we're making it possible to spend less time getting there and more time being there. If you want to be part of shaping the future of mobility, then read on!

We are looking for a Training Manager to join our team. The goal of a Training Manager at Wisk is to ensure the successful creation, implementation and management of our operational training systems. You will be part of the Wisk Airline Team, reporting to the Flight Operations Manager, and will assist in ensuring that we receive operational certification for our airline with responsibility for creating and maintaining our training program.

Why we need you:

• The successful candidate has aviation and FAA regulatory experience and is a knowledgeable leader with hands-on experience developing training systems. In this role, the candidate must be collaborative, proactive, forward thinking, self-motivated and possess the ability to inspire and lead through influence. This is an operational role where your past experience and understanding of training systems will help create, build and grow an entirely new aviation industry

What you will do:

• You will develop and implement the curriculum and training programs for Wisk Airline personnel, including operators, crew members and ground personnel
• You will stay up-to-date with changing regulations and industry best practices and implement updates into the training program, as needed
• You will collaborate with the operations, safety, and engineering teams to ensure training aligns with company goals and objectives
• You will conduct training sessions and assessments to ensure compliance with FAA regulations and industry standards
• You will manage training records and documentation to ensure accurate tracking and reporting
• You will conduct audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement in training programs
• You will develop and manage training resources

What you have done:

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation, Education, or related field
• Minimum 7 years experience in Part 135 training management and training system implementation
• FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) or Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certification
• Comprehensive knowledge of FAA regulations and industry standards
• Excellent communication and problem solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency in training management software and technology
• You have a strong and applied knowledge of the development and implementation of training courses, curricula and syllabi

Desired:

• You are familiar with training management software such as Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Who you are:

• You are a highly motivated, self starting individual with a broad set of skills and never afraid of facing complex technical challenges
• You are a solution oriented individual with a strong analytical mindset
• You have strong communication skills and can easily tailor your communications to suit the audience
• You can adapt quickly or propose changes needed to achieve early results in a timely fashion
• You embrace challenges and take commitments and deliver results within reasonable expectations
• You are a positive team player

We are located in Mountain View just a couple of hundred feet from Shoreline Lake and its surrounding walking/jogging trails. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, alternative work schedule (9/80), flexible time off, 11 company holidays, a 401(k) plan with 50% company matching vested immediately, commuter assistance, and education assistance. And on top of all that, we also offer a variety of perks such as free catered lunches, flight lessons, wellness allowances, snacks, drinks, fruit, employee referral bonus, charitable giving match, patent bonus program, happy hours and much more.

Wisk Aero provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wisk Aero abides by applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Wisk Aero is an E-Verify employer.