A&P Mechanic Instructor

About the role

Training tomorrow’s technicians to become skilled, employable and essential. As an Aircraft Maintenance Instructor (A&P Mechanic Instructor), you will deliver FAA Part 147–aligned aviation maintenance curriculum and provide hands-on instruction to students preparing for careers as aircraft maintenance technicians (AMTs). This role is ideal for experienced A&P mechanics, aircraft mechanics, and aviation maintenance professionals who want to combine technical expertise with mentorship and training while delivering hands-on aviation maintenance instruction in classroom and active hangar environments.

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
• Help create a structured, engaging, and safety-focused learning environment
• Maintain classroom, lab equipment, and training materials

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required; associate degree in aviation or related field preferred
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience; background as an A&P Mechanic, Aircraft Mechanic, or Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT)
• Licensure: 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

• 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) to promote work-life balance
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support

Pay

Up to $33.65 per hour

Schedule

• Option 1: Monday – Thursday, 6:30 am – 4:30 pm
• Option 2: Monday – Thursday, 1:30 pm – 11:30 pm
• Option 3: Thursday – Friday, 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm; Saturday – Sunday, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm (includes +$5.00/hr shift differential)