Aeronautical Engineering SME / Course Developer (Contract)

About the role

JNP Aviation Training (JNPAT) is looking for an experienced aeronautical engineer to develop course content for the New Zealand Certificate in Aeronautical Engineering (Pre-Employment Skills) Level 3. The materials you write will give school leavers and career changers a real head start into the industry.

Key responsibilities

• Write and structure course content for the Level 3 programme, in line with the approved programme outline
• Design hands-on learning materials, activities and assessment resources for a practical, skills-based programme
• Sequence the learning so it moves learners step by step from the classroom to industry-ready skills
• Use JNPAT's software tools to build engaging, high-quality resources
• Work alongside trainers, moderators and Quality Advisor so content meets NZQA and JNPAT quality requirements and takes account of CAA requirements
• Fold in feedback from moderation and review
• Report progress to the General Manager against agreed milestones

About you

• A relevant aeronautical or aircraft engineering qualification (e.g. NZ Diploma or Certificate in Aeronautical Engineering, a CAA licence, or an equivalent trade or engineering qualification), and/or significant aviation engineering industry experience
• A solid understanding of the skills and attitudes employers look for in a new entrant to the hangar
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a real eye for detail
• Good organisation, and the ability to manage deadlines
• A collaborative approach and ability to work closely with the team
• Ability to travel to the Tauranga site from time to time
• Experience developing training or course content, especially for vocational or pre-employment programmes (desirable)
• Training or assessing experience (desirable)
• An Adult and Tertiary Education qualification at Level 5 or above (desirable)
• Familiarity with the NZQA Quality Framework (desirable)

About us

JNPAT is a Private Training Establishment (PTE). We exist to deliver quality, practical training that gives our learners a clear pathway into meaningful and exciting careers in aviation. We work with secondary schools, employers and industry to connect the world of learning with the world of work.