Job Description

About FlightSafety International

FlightSafety 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 company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world's largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and award-winning maintenance training at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Canada, France and the United Kingdom.

Purpose of Position

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The Center Manager builds and maintains commitment to the promotion of FlightSafety International's status as the global leader in professional aviation training and simulation products by planning and directing areas of focus that are in support of and consistent with our FlightPlan's five key strategies:

Safety

- Keep safety at the top of everything we do

Customers

- Delight our customers with every interaction

Employees

- Foster a culture of high performance, engagement, pride and service

Training Systems

- Optimize the learning journey

Finance

- Provide a fair return to our shareholder

Areas of Focus

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Safety

Enhance aviation safety Provide safe environments Ensure information and systems protection Ignite the passion for safety

Customers

Provide meaningful training experiences Understand and deliver on customer commitments Create and deepen relationships and partnerships Anticipate and exceed customer expectations

Employees

Promote trust and accountability Encourage and support open dialogue and feedback Leverage our top talent where they deliver the greatest impact Recognize and reward performance Implement modern tools and training

Training Systems

Work with Center Leadership Team to ensure maximum simulator and instructor productivity to meet current and future customer demand Encourage Center Leadership to provide input to maintain continual improvement and innovation Maintain the highest quality and efficiency in our training delivery

Finance

Generate returns appropriate to investment and make risk assessment a critical part of decision-making Grow segments that are stable and profitable, and shrink those that are not Control costs as a regular part of our business

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

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Strategic Thinking and Vision

Ability to develop and execute a long-term vision aligned with company goals Strong decision-making skills with a focus on growth, innovation and continuous improvement

Team Management

Proven experience in building, leading and motivating high performance teams Ability to delegate effectively while providing coaching and mentorship

Communication

Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to communicate with clarity and influence across all levels of the organization

Change Management

Skilled in leading teams through change, ambiguity and organizational transformation Experience managing resistance and building alignment around new initiatives

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - continued

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Collaboration and Influence

Ability to foster a collaborative culture and build cross functional relationships Strong interpersonal skills to influence stakeholders and drive consensus

Accountability and Results Orientation

Strong track record of meeting or exceeding performance objectives Ability to hold self and others accountable to high standards

Employee Development

Commitment to coaching, mentoring and developing future leaders Promote team building and decision making

Emotional Intelligence

Demonstrate self-awareness, empathy and resilience in leadership Ability to manage conflict constructively Lead by example, with integrity, transparency and respect for others

Minimum Education

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Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) from a four-year college or university preferred.

Minimum Experience

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Ten (10) years of related experience. Five + (5) years of management experience. Minimum of six (6) months' experience in a teaching/training environment, especially where the material is designed for adults (over 18 years) participants. Aviation related experience in management, marketing and/or administration of technical training, highly desirable. Experience related to operating and/or managing a small business or corporate cost center, desired.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

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While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; and communicate. The employee may be required to stand; walk; sit; positioning oneself and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.


FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.