Aviation Maintenance Technology FT Teaching Faculty

About the role

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Shenandoah Valley, Blue Ridge Community College (BRCC) is committed to accelerating opportunities through the miracle of education. Our success is rooted in a shared dedication to excellence, ethical behavior, empowerment, and a culture of care. BRCC has been consistently recognized by the Chronicle of Higher Education as a Great College to Work For, reflecting our supportive, inclusive, and mission-driven workplace.

Responsibilities

• Teach a full load of courses (including labs) during the academic year. Courses may be offered in person, hybrid, or online depending on program needs.
• Participate in program instructional evaluation and improvement.
• Ensure safe practices are followed in labs, with tool usage and the handling of hazardous materials.
• Assist in the development of student laboratory projects.
• Maintain FAA compliant records and documentation.
• Provide student advising and career guidance.

Institutional Responsibility

• Participate in annual performance objectives process.
• Support BRCC mission, vision and values.
• Keep current on BRCC policy and procedures.
• Communicate and hold posted student engagement hours.
• Comply with administrative deadlines.
• Participate in BRCC governance, accreditation, and assessment.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships.

Scholarly Engagement and Creativity

• Participate in advisory council meetings.
• Attend professional conferences or meetings.
• Participate in business/industrial activities of discipline.
• Make presentations to organizations.
• Revise or develop new curricula or courses.
• Continue education in discipline as needed.
• Strive to acquire continued education within the industry.

Service Component

• Maintain, upgrade, and develop laboratory equipment.
• Upkeep and upgrade laboratory as needed.
• Participate in AMT program meetings and projects to include, but not limited to:
• Student data gathering and analysis
• Assessment data gathering and analysis
• Accreditation data gathering and reports
• Program needs assessment, justification and reporting
• Program advocacy, internal and external

Additional Considerations

• Helpful, but not required: Additional relevant training/education in Aeronautical Science, Aviation Maintenance Tech, Teaching experience at the post-secondary level, Significant full-time equivalent aviation maintenance or aircraft engineering technology or industry experience, Relevant Airline/Air Carrier maintenance experience, Capability to utilize a learning management system to facilitate distance delivery, both synchronous and asynchronous, Inspection Authorization and/or other FAA certifications or designations, Familiarity with curriculum development and knowledge of FAR 147 curriculum requirements, Specialized field experience or education, such as NDI, composites, electronics, structural repair, etc., Evidence indicating successful partnership skills and experience maintaining partnerships with commercial, private and public agencies and organizations, including advisory boards, Evidence of professional scholarly activities, including involvement in professional organizations, grant writing, and/or publications, Familiarity with accreditation procedures and national standards for the discipline, Familiarity with the aviation education considerations and needs in the Commonwealth and beyond, Experience leading or working in a diversified workforce in a multi-cultural setting, Evidence supporting a commitment to and the ability to work effectively within the scope of BRCC mission

Qualifications

• A&P Airframe and Power Plant Certificate
• Two years field experience
• Familiarity or willing to be trained on hardware, programs (e.g. word processor, spreadsheet, database), and internet resources to the field and education
• Competence with hardware, tools and equipment common to the field
• Passion for the field of Aviation Maintenance and for teaching
• Possession of strong interpersonal, communication, organization and cooperation skills
• Committed to professional growth and development, continued learning, integration of new technology and current pedagogy
• Ability to use creativity, innovation, and compassion to instruct and engage students
• Ability to teach a diverse student population

Benefits

• Generous holiday time
• Very competitive health benefits coverage (including dental and vision)
• Disability coverage
• Retirement with the Virginia Retirement System or Optional Retirement Plan for Higher Education
• Deferred compensation investment opportunities
• Access to the college’s Recreation Center