FlightSafety International · 1 month ago
Supervisor, Flight Training Devices
Wichita, Kansas Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expFlightSafety International is the world’s premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organizations. The Supervisor, Flight Training Devices is responsible for assisting in managing the maintenance and operational readiness of Flight Training Devices while supervising staff at one or more centers.
Aerospace
Responsibilities
Assist MFTD in supervising designated staff to ensure scheduling of the FTD(s) maintenance and/or regulatory qualification events with Center Manager or Customer Support
Oversee administrative procedures to include review/approval of time sheets, vacation schedules, disciplinary actions, etc. in accordance with FlightSafety International policy
Monitor configuration control of the FTD to ensure that it accurately represents the modeled aircraft
Monitor spares and support equipment inventory management and control to ensure proper support of full-working Simulator(s) systems
Provide MFTD with recommendations concerning replacement of antiquated equipment and/or necessary upgrades, and modifications
Ensure, through assigned staff, that software and hardware modifications to FTDs are approved and coordinated with designated Simulator Qualification Technician and Lead Technician
Develop and implement work methods and procedures for inspections, operations, calibration, maintenance, modification of FTDs, regulatory requirements and related equipment in accordance with applicable corporate Quality Operating Procedures (QOP)
Accountable for the compliance with ITAR and Export Control Laws
Identify, communicate and address areas of safety risk, adhering to the processes related to company SMS goals
Provide safety training and supervision to assigned technical personnel
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from a four- year college or university preferred or an Associates degree (AA/AS) from a college or completion of a civilian/military school program or certification
Seven (7) years' experience, including electronics technology, avionics or related civilian/military technology; or equivalent direct support of full flight simulators and/or FTDs
Accountability - Meets productivity standards, deadlines, and work schedules. Accepts full responsibility for quality of work
Communication - Conveys ideas and facts by presenting information clearly and professionally while listening carefully to ensure information is understood
Approachability - Earns trust and respect through consistent honesty and professionalism
Teamwork - Cooperates and collaborates with all employees to achieve common goals
Analytical Thinking – Efficiently and accurately dissects problems and information and uses logic and judgment to evaluate alternatives and develop solutions
Detail Oriented – Pursues quality in task accomplishment by checking work to ensure accuracy and completeness
Initiative – Proactively identifies what needs to be done and takes action to achieve high standards
Safety Awareness – Identifies and corrects conditions that affect employee and/or client safety; upholds safety standards
Self-Motivated – Results-oriented, with a high drive to achieve objectives and standards with little supervision or direction
Technical Aptitude – Displays the capability to relate to a specific field of activity which requires a particular skill or specialized knowledge
Company
FlightSafety International
FlightSafety International is a provider of professional aviation training, simulation equipment and software. It is a sub-organization of Berkshire Hathaway.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown1996-10-15Acquired
Leadership Team
Eric Hinson
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2025-12-02
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