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Aircraft Maintenance Instructor (A&P Mechanic)

Aviation Institute of Maintenance · Manassas, VA · 2 wk ago
On-siteEngineering$38–$41/hrFull-time

About the role

The Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) is hiring Aircraft Maintenance Instructors at our Manassas campus to train the next generation of FAA-certified mechanics in our Part 147 program. This role is well-suited to military-trained aviation maintainers with civilian A&P certification who want a stable, mission-oriented next chapter.

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

Requirements

  • 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

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

  • 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

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