Training Developer - Flight Training (SIM)

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Training Developer - Flight Training (SIM) to join our Future Flight Training Project team. 

This role is crucial to the success of our mission, as the Training Developer - Flight Training (SIM), you will be responsible for developing comprehensive and engaging curriculum for future MAF pilots and mechanics. This is a unique opportunity for an individual with a passion for aviation and a heart for serving remote communities to make a tangible impact on the lives of others. 

We are MAF, a Christian organisation that utilises aviation and technology to provide assistance and hope to underdeveloped communities around the world. Founded in 1945, MAF currently serves in 31 countries. MAF's history reflects a strong commitment to serving some of the most remote and hard-to-reach communities in the world. MAF's 116 aircraft, provide vital transportation services to medical personnel, development workers, and aid organisations across the globe. The organization also delivers Bibles, church materials, and other resources to communities with limited access to Christian teaching and worship services.

Our Vision: To see isolated people changed by the love of Christ.

Our Mission: Serving together to bring help, hope and healing through aviation.

This role can be based in either Support Offices (Cairns of Ashford) or a remote location considered ie Europe. 

Salary for this role is: £33,000 to £35,000

Responsibilities

This role involves developing, testing, and implementing training curriculums for migrating MAFI in-aircraft training to advanced Flight Simulation Training Devices (FSTD) and integrating VR/MR simulators and tools into MAFI's training portfolio. As part of the Project Core Team for the Future Flight Training Project, you'll collaborate closely with subject matter experts on curriculum development.

In this dynamic role, you'll work with experts to identify training needs, design effective curriculum, and create engaging learning materials. You'll develop both online and instructor-led courses, ensuring they meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company objectives. Plus, you'll stay updated on emerging technologies and industry best practices, integrating them into the curriculum as needed.

The ideal candidate will have excellent instructional design skills, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for aviation. You'll thrive both in a team and independently, managing multiple projects with competing deadlines. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the aviation industry by shaping the future of flight training!

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather information and identify learning objectives for future MAF pilots and mechanics

• Design and develop engaging curriculum materials, including lesson plans, presentations, assessments, and other training materials

• Incorporate adult learning principles to ensure the curriculum is effective and engaging for students of all backgrounds

• Review and update existing curriculum to improve effectiveness and relevancy

• Conduct research and stay updated on industry trends and developments to ensure the curriculum is current and relevant

• Actively participate in curriculum testing and make necessary revisions based on feedback

• Collaborate with other members of the Future Flight Training Project team to ensure seamless integration of curriculum with other training components

• Communicate with stakeholders to gather feedback and suggestions for continuous improvement

• Maintain accurate records of curriculum development process and ensure document control procedures are followed

The position may require occasional travel to other MAF locations for curriculum testing and development purposes.

Please click on link for full job profile: TRAINING DEVELOPER - FLIGHT TRAINING (SIM)

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to combine your love of aviation and your subject matter expertise with a meaningful mission, contributing to the impactful work of MAF. If you are passionate about aviation and want to make a difference, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to welcoming you to our team and working together to achieve our mission.

Job related role essentials:

• Flight Operations experience
• Instructional experience
• Excellent Communication skills 
• Accountable and responsible
• Able to meet deadlines consistently
• Self-starter attitude
• Willing to work outside normal hours
• Flexible and Creative
• Able to standardise materials

Job related role desirables:

• MAFI Flight Operations Experience
• MAFI Training and Checking Experience
• Simulator training experience
• Curriculum Development experience
• Scenario-based training experience
• Competency Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) experience
• Instructional systems design
• Experience with adult learning

Join the Mission Aviation Fellowship team and be a part of a global mission to share the love of Jesus Christ, and make a difference in the lives of those in remote communities.

There is an occupational requirement for overseas staff to be committed Christians, sent and supported by their home Church, and able to support and promote the Christian ethos and beliefs of MAF as a mission organisation through taking part in Christian activities such as Church events, prayer meetings etc. All roles (unless otherwise specified) require some personal support raising to be carried out under the guidance and training of MAF UK.

To apply now go to: www.maf-uk.org/jobs

Please be aware that candidates not already holding Australian residency may not be able to meet the requirements for a visa for this role as set out by the Australian immigration authority. MAF UK may therefore need to ask you to consider an alternative MAF vacancy in another location.