A&P Aircraft Maintenance Instructor | Mentor & Teach

Aviation Institute of Maintenance; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Aviation Institute of Maintenance in Norfolk, VA is seeking experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technicians to join our team as instructors. This role focuses on mentoring students while delivering FAA Part 147-aligned training in classroom and hangar environments.

You will teach hands-on maintenance, evaluate progress, and collaborate with program leadership to ensure student success. Flexible scheduling includes day and evening options.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in aviation or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate required.
• Experience as A&P Mechanic/AMT is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Teach hands-on aircraft maintenance and FAA-aligned curriculum.
• Deliver curriculum to prepare students for A&P certification.
• Maintain attendance, grades, and student progress records.
• Support curriculum updates with program leadership.
• Create a structured, safety-focused learning environment.
• Maintain classroom, lab equipment and training materials.

Skills

Aircraft systems

Maintenance procedures

Mentoring

Office software

Evening/weekend flexibility

Education

High school Diploma/GED

Associate degree in aviation or related field

Job description

The Aviation Institute of Maintenance in Norfolk, VA is seeking experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technicians to join our team as instructors. This role focuses on mentoring students while delivering FAA Part 147-aligned training in classroom and hangar environments.

You will teach hands-on maintenance, evaluate progress, and collaborate with program leadership to ensure student success. Flexible scheduling includes day and evening options.