Aviation Technical Training Instructor
Forward Assist Recruitment
Cirencester · posted 1 August 2026
Job type
full time
Location
Cirencester, England
From the Flightline to the Classroom
Ready to pass on your knowledge? This is a standout opportunity for experienced aviation engineers ? particularly those from the Armed Forces ? to transition into a rewarding instructor role, shaping the next generation of engineers across Europe's leading maintenance organisations. The Role
You'll move from hands-on engineering into a structured training environment, delivering both theoretical and practical instruction. Think: less spanners, more leadership, mentoring and knowledge transfer ? without losing your technical edge. What You'll Be Doing
Deliver
EASA & UK CAA Part 66
training (theory + practical) Instruct on specialist aviation technical skills Support exams as an
Examiner / Invigilator Maintain and improve training materials and course content Work in a professional, learner-focused environment Why This Suits Ex-Military
If you've come from: Royal Air Force (Aircraft Tech / Avionics / Mechanical) British Army REME (Aviation / Aircraft support) Royal Navy Air Engineering You'll already have: ? Structured training experience ? Strong technical foundation ? Instruction / mentoring exposure ? Safety-critical mindset ? Leadership and discipline What We're Looking For
Aviation maintenance qualification Ideally an instructional qualification
(training can be provided) Minimum 5 years industry experience Comfortable delivering training and engaging groups IT literate (MS Office) Full UK driving licence Able to pass enhanced DBS Package
£48,000 ? £54,000 DOE 25 days holiday + bank holidays Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Full-time, permanent The Bottom Line
This is a
proper transition role
? ideal if you're looking to step away from the tools but still stay within aviation, using everything you've learned to develop others.
Forward Assist Recruitment is operating as an employment agency .Forward Assist Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
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Ready to pass on your knowledge? This is a standout opportunity for experienced aviation engineers ? particularly those from the Armed Forces ? to transition into a rewarding instructor role, shaping the next generation of engineers across Europe's leading maintenance organisations. The Role
You'll move from hands-on engineering into a structured training environment, delivering both theoretical and practical instruction. Think: less spanners, more leadership, mentoring and knowledge transfer ? without losing your technical edge. What You'll Be Doing
Deliver
EASA & UK CAA Part 66
training (theory + practical) Instruct on specialist aviation technical skills Support exams as an
Examiner / Invigilator Maintain and improve training materials and course content Work in a professional, learner-focused environment Why This Suits Ex-Military
If you've come from: Royal Air Force (Aircraft Tech / Avionics / Mechanical) British Army REME (Aviation / Aircraft support) Royal Navy Air Engineering You'll already have: ? Structured training experience ? Strong technical foundation ? Instruction / mentoring exposure ? Safety-critical mindset ? Leadership and discipline What We're Looking For
Aviation maintenance qualification Ideally an instructional qualification
(training can be provided) Minimum 5 years industry experience Comfortable delivering training and engaging groups IT literate (MS Office) Full UK driving licence Able to pass enhanced DBS Package
£48,000 ? £54,000 DOE 25 days holiday + bank holidays Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Full-time, permanent The Bottom Line
This is a
proper transition role
? ideal if you're looking to step away from the tools but still stay within aviation, using everything you've learned to develop others.
Forward Assist Recruitment is operating as an employment agency .Forward Assist Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
TPBN1_UKTJ