Aircraft Maintenance Instructor Part-Time

About the role

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

Pay

Compensation: Up to $36 per hour

Schedule

• Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 7:30am – 4:30pm
• Monday–Thursday: 4:00pm – 11:30pm