Avionics Instructor/Analyst

Leonardo Worldwide Corporation; Yeovil; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense and aerospace company in Yeovil is seeking an Avionic Instructor/Analyst to develop and deliver training to meet internal and external customer needs. Candidates should have a background in aeronautical engineering, effective communication skills, and experience in the helicopter industry. This full-time position offers a hybrid working model and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Generous leave including flexi-days

Award-winning pension scheme

Access to mental health support

Bonus scheme for performance

Free online courses

Financial rewards for referrals

Flexible benefits including healthcare

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience in the helicopter or military helicopter environment.
• Willingness to study towards a teaching qualification if not already attained.
• Ability to deliver effective training and follow regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training to internal and external customers.
• Develop and evaluate training material.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Understanding of Defence Systems Approach to Training (DSAT)

Computer literacy

Education

HNC level in Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent

Recognised teaching qualification

Tools

Learning Content Management System (LCMS)

Job description

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a passionate and motivated Avionic Instructor/Analyst to work within our outstanding Training Academy, based in Yeovil. The main purpose of your position is to deliver training, in support of our products, to meet the requirements of both internal and external customers, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction. In addition, you will develop training material by researching and evaluating content from technical documents and provide subject‑matter expertise for the creation of high‑quality, complex synthetic training devices for Leonardo Helicopters and external customers.

This role is a JFF Level 5 (Business Support).

What You Will Do

• Develop training material with due regard to agreed look, style, presentational form and standards.
• Deliver training (to customers and the internal workforce) to the required standard and meet fully the needs of the customer.
• Through training development and delivery, ensure the highest standards of customer satisfaction by identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Keep your technical/professional knowledge up‑to‑date and share it with other team members.
• Provide subject‑matter expertise for the development of high‑quality, complex synthetic training devices for internal and external customers.
• Support training in the UK and at customer locations overseas.
• Undertake collation and evaluation of engineering documentation to create and develop specific aircraft system training material within the Learning Content Management System.
• Lead subject‑matter expert (SME) for your nominated systems.
• Provide backup for the lead SME for systems where you are nominated as deputy SME.
• Deliver system training in a practical environment, adhering to all required legislation.
• Deliver system training on an occasional basis with the customer in aircraft trial scenarios in the UK or overseas.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements including Health and Safety, COSHH and Security regulations that relate to you or your students during both theoretical and practical training evolutions.
• Carry out tasks within the designated budget and report potential overspends against those agreed budgets.
• Identify areas of potential cost saving.
• Create student examination questions in your area of expertise to support customer‑specific student examinations.
• Invigilate student examinations.

What You’ll Bring

• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, to be effective in training and internal correspondence.
• Understanding of the Defence Systems Approach to Training (DSAT) and modern training analysis systems.
• A formally recognised teaching qualification, or willingness to study towards one.
• Educated as an aeronautical engineer to HNC level and/or completion of a recognised Aeronautical Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent.
• At least 5 years’ experience relevant to the helicopter industry or a military helicopter environment.
• Computer literacy and competence in using computerised multi‑media training packages, primarily the Learning Content Management System (LCMS), training emulations and presentation suites.

This is not an exhaustive list; we welcome applications even if you may not have experience in all points. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre‑employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of personnel security controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, which could include eligibility for The Security Check (SC). More information and guidance: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting

Why Join Us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company‑funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development and work‑life balance.

• Time to Recharge – generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi‑days each year.
• Secure your Future – benefit from our award‑winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters – free access to mental health support, financial advice and employee‑led networks championing inclusion and diversity.
• Rewarding Performance – bonus scheme available to all employees at management level and below.
• Never Stop Learning – free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a Friend – receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks – spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
• Flexible working – flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part‑time opportunities, please discuss possibilities for this role.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. We are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace.

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Primary Location

GB – Yeovil – Lysander Rd

Contract Type

Permanent

Hybrid Working

Hybrid

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Computer and Network Security