Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) - Annually Contracted Faculty

About the Role

The Division of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics is seeking an Annually Contracted Faculty member to join the Unmanned Aerial Systems Department beginning Fall 2026. Sinclair Community College offers one of the most comprehensive Aviation Technology programs in the nation, including Bachelor of Applied Science degrees in Aviation Technology/Professional Pilot and Unmanned Aerial Systems. Annually Contracted Faculty (ACF) appointments are full-time, temporary positions limited to one academic year and are awarded on a year-by-year basis at the sole discretion of Sinclair Community College.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize student learning.
• Prepare, distribute, and submit syllabi for all assigned sections in accordance with department and divisional policies.
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies, using available instructional technology when appropriate.
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs.
• Support classroom and online efforts to promote student success.
• Evaluate and return student work in a timely manner to promote learning.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grade rosters according to established deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Teach a minimum of 15 payload hours per semester for both fall and spring semesters (equivalent to a 40-hour work week).
• Work closely with the department chair to implement the policies of the department and college.
• Participate in department, division, and college-wide meetings.
• Maintain office hours and respond to student inquiries in a timely and effective manner.
• Contribute to curriculum design, which may focus on individual classes, modules, segments of a program, or an entire course of study.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in aviation, aeronautics, UAS, or related field required; master’s degree preferred.
• Alternatively, must meet the following Tested Experience requirements:
  • Minimum of an associate’s degree in content area or related field required.
  • Possess a widely accepted license or certification in the industry required.
  • To be considered, candidates must upload images of both the front and back of their FAA license in the Licensure/Certification section of the application.
• FAA pilot certificate (private, commercial, or instructor) preferred.
• UAS pilot or credential experience preferred.
• Must be a U.S. citizen for ITAR compliance.
• Evidence of successful prior teaching experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to improving student learning through innovative strategies shown to help students succeed at the course and program level.
• Effective communication skills and interpersonal skills with the capacity to work successfully in a diverse college community.
• Demonstrated skills in using modern educational technology, including multimedia-based instruction.

A contract for employment will not be issued without receiving official transcripts for all post-secondary degrees and successful completion of a background check.

Benefits

• Tuition waiver for employee and dependents for all Sinclair courses and programs.
• Structured opportunity for advancement and promotion.
• Support for continued professional development and education.
• STRS pension participation, with 14% employer contribution.
• High-quality programs and events for work-life balance.