A&P Mechanic Instructor
Aviation Institute of Maintenance · Chicago, IL · 5 days ago
On-siteEngineering$41/hrFull-time
About the role
Aircraft Maintenance Instructor (A&P Mechanic Instructor)
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 AND/OR 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
- 401(k) with company match
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance available first day of employment
- Life insurance options
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pay
- Up to $41 per hour + $5,000 sign-on bonus (if you join the team by August 1st!)
Schedule
- 4 or 5 days per week depending on campus needs and candidate preference.
- Option 1 (Daytime): Monday–Thursday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Friday: Off
- Option 2 (Evening): Monday–Thursday, 1:30 PM – 11:30 PM | Friday: Off