Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Instructor (25:008A)

Northern Lights College; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in aviation education is seeking a passionate instructor for the Aircraft Maintenance Technician Program. This full-time position offers the opportunity to share your expertise and inspire the next generation of aviation professionals. With a focus on personal growth and teamwork, you will contribute to an innovative learning environment. The role includes teaching, mentoring, and engaging with students while utilizing your extensive knowledge in aviation. If you are dedicated to fostering a positive learning experience and have a valid Canadian AME license, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact in the field of aviation education.

Benefits

Extended health and dental package

Paid time off between Christmas and New Year's

Mandatory College Pension Plan with employer matching

240 hours of vacation entitlement annually

Qualifications

• 5+ years of practical licensed experience in aviation.
• Valid Canadian AME license required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Teach and mentor students in the Aircraft Maintenance Technician Program.
• Engage in a learning-centered approach and contribute to a team environment.

Skills

Team Collaboration

Aviation Knowledge

Teaching Skills

Microsoft 365

Education

Valid Canadian AME License

Provincial Instructors Diploma Program (PIDP)

Tools

Moodle

Blackboard

D2L

Job description

Term of Appt: Monday - Friday, 30 hours/week

Start date: Immediately

Reporting to: Operations Manager, Person Responsible for Training (PRT)

Salary: $74,618.00 - $88,536.00 annual starting wage, depending on experience and qualifications as per the BCGEU Faculty Collective Agreement (annual increments up to a maximum salary of $114,001.00). Vacation entitlement annually is 240 hours (pro-rated from hire date for current year), to be utilized for summer months (July and August). We offer paid time off between Christmas and New Year's, and an excellent extended health and dental package. Enrolment in the College Pension Plan is mandatory, with basic contributions matched by the Employer.

Description:

Northern Lights College is seeking a full-time instructor for the Aircraft Maintenance Technician Program on the Dawson Creek Campus.

We are seeking a dynamic individual who is engaged in aviation and has a passion for teaching and sharing experience. The successful candidate will have a learning-centered mindset eager for personal growth and the opportunity to excel within a team environment.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Valid Canadian AME license, Category M1/M2, S or E rating.
• A minimum of 5 years of practical licensed experience.
• The ability to be an effective and positive team member is essential.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).

Preference given to applicants with aircraft endorsements as well as one or more of the following:

• Experience and/or education in the delivery of post-secondary instruction in aviation.
• Provincial Instructors Diploma Program (PIDP), or equivalent.
• Experience with online course delivery platforms (Moodle, Blackboard or D2L).
• Fixed Wing Turboprop and/or Piston Engine experience.
• Advanced avionics such as Airbus family, Boeing avionics systems, etc. and field maintenance experience with fundamental avionics systems.
• Helicopter experience specific to Bell 204/205/206/212/AS350/MD500.

To support employment equity and diversity in the workplace, we encourage all qualified applicants, including Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who may contribute to diversity at Northern Lights College.

In the spirit of reconciliation, we are committed to increasing Indigenous Peoples' representation throughout the institution and encourage applicants to self-identify as Indigenous--First Nation, Metis, or Inuit within cover letters and/or resume.