A&P Mechanic Instructor
Aviation Institute of Maintenance · Manassas, VA · 3 days ago
On-siteInformation Technology$38–$41/hrFull-time
About the role
The Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) is seeking experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technicians (AMTs), Aircraft Mechanics, and FAA-certified A&P Mechanics to join our team as instructors.
Responsibilities
- Teach aircraft maintenance systems, procedures, and techniques in a hands-on environment
- Deliver FAA-aligned curriculum to prepare students for A&P certification
- Demonstrate practical skills used by A&P mechanics and aviation technicians
- Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student progress
- Support curriculum updates and collaborate with program leadership
- Create a structured, engaging, and safety-focused learning environment
- Maintain classroom, lab equipment, and training materials
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Associate degree in aviation or related field preferred
- Minimum 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience
- Background as an A&P Mechanic, Aircraft Mechanic, or Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT)
- FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic Certificate required
Skills
- Strong knowledge of aircraft systems and aviation maintenance procedures
- Interest in mentoring, coaching, and developing others
- Ability to work in a structured, compliance-driven training environment
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint)
- Flexibility to support evening or weekend schedules as needed
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay + sign-on bonus
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career growth opportunities within aviation education
Pay
$38 - $41/hour + $5,000 sign-on bonus, $2,500 relocation available for qualified out-of-area candidates
Schedule
- Option 1: Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm EST (with flexibility on Fridays)
- Option 2: Evening shift: Monday - Thursday: 3:00 pm EST - 11:30 pm EST & Fridays are flexible
- Option 3: Weekend shift: Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm EST