Senior Manager, Ground Training

The Senior Manager, Ground Training manages the training for all Pilots that is not aircraft specific to include but not be limited to Recurrent, Initial, Transition, Requalification, Specialty Courses and other training. The Senior Manager, Ground Training will determine and be responsible for the subject matter, hours of training duration, and modules required for all training modules - both Part 121 Subparts N and O, and/or Advanced Qualification Training (AQP), subject to regulatory approval. The training will be in accordance with Part 121 and other applicable regulations, and the actual scheduling and conducting of the training will meet all contractual obligations.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to Initial, Transition, Requalification, and Upgrade Crew Training.
• Manages Ground Instructors during the delivery of training by ensuring instructional effectiveness, verifying instructor qualifications and ongoing competence.
• Promotes standardization across all training sessions to maintain regulatory compliance and consistent training quality.
• Ensures all training policies and procedures are carried out in accordance with FAA regulations, company policies, and labor agreements.
• Maintains professional and effective liaison programs with the following organizations:
  • All departments within Atlas Air
  • Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
  • International Air Transport Association (IATA)
  • Air Mobility Command (AMC)
  • Boeing Aircraft Company
  • Airlines for America (A4A)
  • Other groups / organizations that play a role in developing or conducting non-aircraft specific training
• Coordinates the development, submission, and FAA approval of non-aircraft specific training programs in compliance with Part 121 Subparts N and O and/or AQP, ensuring regulatory alignment and operational readiness.
• Develops/writes/edits and is responsible for the non-aircraft specific portions of the Flight Operations Training Manual and the Training Center Standard Operating Procedures Manual.
  • Develops/writes/edits and coordinates curriculum changes based on approved courseware.
  • Adjusts the non-aircraft specific training program to ensure changes driven by performance indicators on the line are implemented.
• Collaborates with aircraft Standards Captains and the Director of Training for each fleet to ensure aircraft-specific training programs are standardized in process, procedures, and format across all fleets.
• Collaborates with the Director of Crew Training Administration to ensure full compliance with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) security requirements related to the training of non-U.S. pilots, helping to safeguard national security, uphold regulatory obligations, and maintain the company's authorization to train and employ foreign pilots under applicable federal programs.
• Responsible for the development of Crew Resource Management (CRM) and Threat and Error Management (TEM) curricula to promote effective communication, decision-making, situational awareness, and teamwork among flight crews, with the goal of enhancing safety, reducing human error, and meeting FAA regulatory requirements under Part 121 Subparts N and O.
• Continuously identifies, evaluates, and implements key performance and compliance metrics-such as pass/fail rates, instructor effectiveness, training duration variances, and trainee feedback-to monitor and ensure regulatory compliance, instructional quality, and overall program effectiveness; uses data-driven insights to recommend improvements, adjust curriculum, refine delivery methods, and address training gaps in alignment with FAA standards and organizational goals.
• Identifies and manages day-to-day issues related to non-aircraft specific instructors and training delivery, including resolving instructor scheduling conflicts, addressing instructional quality concerns, supporting instructor performance and development, troubleshooting classroom or systems-related challenges, and ensuring continuity of training operations to minimize disruptions and maintain compliance with training standards and timelines.
• Collaborates closely with the Senior Manager of Publications and E-Learning to develop, update, and maintain comprehensive distance learning curricula and courseware, ensuring all content aligns with regulatory training standards and operational requirements; oversees the timely completion and deployment of online training modules to provide flexible, accessible learning options that support pilot proficiency, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across the training program.
• Facilitates coordination and communication between different aircraft fleets to harmonize training procedures, processes, and standards where appropriate, ensuring consistency in pilot training and operational practices; this collaboration helps to streamline training delivery, reduce confusion or errors, promote best practices, and support regulatory compliance across the organization.
• Coach, mentor and develop direct reports, including overseeing new employee onboarding and providing career development planning and opportunities. Monitors performance and takes action to correct any shortfalls.
• Provides constructive and timely feedback in accordance with the Performance Management Process to all direct reports.
• Establishes processes and tools to monitor staff performance and use those metrics to provide meaningful feedback focused on service and performance improvement
• Performs other responsibilities as assigned by the Vice President, Training.

• • Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in airline pilot training or aviation operations, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership or management role overseeing ground training programs.
  • Bachelor's degree in Aviation, Education, Human Factors, Safety Management, or a related field is preferred.
  • Must have strong knowledge of FAA Part 121 regulations, including Subparts N (Training) and O (Qualification). Advanced Qualification Program (AQP), and TSA security requirements related to pilot training are desirable.
  • Proven airline management experience with demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and evaluate instructional staff; effectively manage multiple priorities; and foster a collaborative, high-performance culture within a complex operational environment.
  • Proven experience developing, managing, and obtaining regulatory approval for pilot training curricula and distance learning programs.
  • An FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate is strongly preferred.
  • Excellent motivation skills and ability to foster a teamwork environment.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and maintain a calm demeanor under high-pressure situations.
  • Excellent leadership and critical thinking skills.
  • Highly organized and self-managed individual with ability to work with little or no direct supervision.
  • Extensive knowledge and understanding of Company policies and procedures.
  • Ability to write manuals, training materials, and courseware for aircraft specific and airline general requirements.
  • Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS), e-learning authoring tools, and data reporting software.

  Special Demands:

  • Minimum 10% travel required.
  • Requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays to support a 24-hour operational environment and meet business needs.
  • Critical to onsite operations and requires working on location under general office and general flight conditions in aircraft.

  Skills:

• • Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and evaluate instructional staff; manage multiple priorities; and foster a collaborative, high-performance culture.
  • Experience in effective people management, conflict resolution, and resource allocation is highly preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal, analytical, administrative, technical, and communication skills are preferred to support cross-functional collaboration and decision-making.
  • Detail-oriented, with the ability to keep track of many moving parts and identify irregularities timely
  • Ability to engage with and establish credibility with at the most senior/executive level. Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences and collaborate across teams.
  • Analytical ability to evaluate data and information to make operational decisions.
  • Proficient in identifying, tracking, and analyzing key performance metrics to drive continuous improvement in training effectiveness and compliance.
  • Flexibility to adapt to a fast-paced work environment. Ability to proactively identify and resolve training-related issues and operational challenges quickly and effectively.

Salary Range: $110,500-$149,500

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