Aircraft Maintenance Instructor (A&P Mechanic)

About the role

The Aircraft Maintenance Instructor (A&P Mechanic Instructor) role at AIM 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
• 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

Up to $38 per hour + $2,500 sign-on bonus and $2,500 relocation bonus

Schedule

• Option 1: Monday - Thursday: 6am - 2:30pm, Friday half-day (flexible hours)
• Option 2: Monday - Thursday: 3:00pm - 11:30pm, Friday half-day (flexible hours)
• Option 3: Thursday - Sunday 7:30 am - 5:30 pm