A&P Maintenance Instructor: Mentor Tomorrow's Technicians

Tidewater Tech; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Aviation Institute of Maintenance in Manassas, VA is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Instructor to deliver FAA Part 147-aligned curriculum in classroom and hangar settings. This role suits military aviation technicians transitioning to teaching, with a structured 5-day paid training program to support the transition.

Compensation includes competitive hourly pay, a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in aviation or related field preferred.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Teach FAA-aligned aircraft maintenance curriculum in classroom and hangar.
• Deliver FAA-aligned curriculum to prepare students for A&P certification.
• Demonstrate practical skills used by A&P mechanics and aviation technicians.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student progress.
• Support curriculum updates and collaborate with program leadership.
• Help create a structured, engaging, and safety‑focused learning environment.
• Maintain classroom, lab equipment, and training materials.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance experience

Instruction delivery

Mentoring

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in aviation or related field preferred

Tools

MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Job description

Aviation Institute of Maintenance in Manassas, VA is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Instructor to deliver FAA Part 147-aligned curriculum in classroom and hangar settings. This role suits military aviation technicians transitioning to teaching, with a structured 5-day paid training program to support the transition.

Compensation includes competitive hourly pay, a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and a comprehensive benefits package.