Aeronautical Engineering Teacher

Dovetail and Slate; North East; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Dovetail and Slate is seeking a dedicated Aircraft Maintenance Lecturer to join our team in the North East. The role focuses on delivering and assessing high-quality learning programmes in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (Avionics) across a range of further and higher education courses.

The successful candidate will support learners in developing both theoretical knowledge and practical competencies, and will take on programme leadership responsibilities while contributing to administration,

Qualifications

• Strong background in aircraft electrical and avionics systems maintenance.
• Experience in aviation maintenance sector (commercial or military), ideally Part-145 or Part-147 training or maintenance.
• Proficiency in avionics diagnostics, fault finding, system testing and installation.
• Understanding of the CAA Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance Licensing framework advantageous.
• Ability to translate industry/military experience into engaging teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and assess learning programmes in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (Avionics) across FE and HE.
• Lead aviation programmes and contribute to administration, planning and continuous improvement of aviation programmes.
• Support learners in developing theoretical knowledge and practical competencies for progression in the aviation industry.

Skills

Avionics maintenance

Aviation industry exp

Diagnostics

CAA Part-66

Teaching ability

Job description

Job Title: Aircraft Maintenance Lecturer

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: 30,000 - 40,000

Location: Based at a college in the North East

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and appropriately qualified individual to join our team as an Aircraft Maintenance Lecturer.

The primary responsibility of this role is delivering and assessing high-quality learning programmes in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (Avionics) across a range of further education and higher education courses. The successful candidate will support learners in developing both the theoretical knowledge and practical competencies required to progress within the aviation maintenance industry.

Additionally, the role involves programme leadership responsibilities and contributing to the effective administration, planning, and continuous improvement of aviation programmes.

Key Qualifications & Experience

• Technical Expertise: A strong background in aircraft electrical and avionics systems maintenance.
• Industry Background: Proven professional or vocational experience within the aviation maintenance sector (commercial or military), ideally working in a Part-145 or Part-147 training or maintenance environment.
• Practical Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in areas such as avionics diagnostics, fault finding, system testing, and installation.
• Regulatory Knowledge: An understanding of the CAA Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance Licensing framework and the knowledge requirements associated with aircraft maintenance engineering qualifications is advantageous.
• Educational Ability: The ability to translate industry/military experience into engaging teaching and learning that prepares students for successful careers in the aviation sector.

Who Should Apply?

Applications are welcome from:

• Industry Professionals: Experienced aviation maintenance professionals looking to transition into education. Full support will be provided to achieve an appropriate teaching qualification if not already held.
• Existing Educators: Experienced lecturers with relevant aviation industry experience.

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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