Aircraft Mechanic Instructor - Part time

Location: 10640 Davidson Place, Manassas, VA 20109 | Employment type: 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.

• Share your real-world aircraft maintenance experience with future technicians
• Enjoy more predictable schedules compared to field work
• Make a lasting impact on students entering the aviation industry
• Continue growing your own knowledge while developing others

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

• 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 & 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

$38 - $41/hour

Schedule

• Option 1: Monday - Thursday 7:00 am - ~ 2:30 pm EST
• Option 2: Evening shift: Monday - Thursday: 4:30 pm EST - 11:30 pm EST
• Option 3: Weekend shift: Friday - Sunday: 7:30 am - 5:00 pm EST