A&P Maintenance Instructor — Train Tomorrow's Technicians

Aviation Maintenance; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

PTO

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career growth opportunities withinavi​

Job summary

Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) in Norfolk, VA, seeks an Aircraft Maintenance Instructor (A&P Mechanic) to deliver FAA Part 147 curriculum and provide hands-on instruction in classroom and hangar environments.

Ideal candidates have military or civilian A&P experience and will join a team of veterans, mentors, and educators. AIM offers a 5-day paid instructor training program to transition into teaching.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Teach aircraft maintenance systems, procedures, and techniques in a hands-on environment.
• 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

A&P Certification

Aircraft systems

Teaching/mentoring

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree in aviation

Job description

Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) in Norfolk, VA, seeks an Aircraft Maintenance Instructor (A&P Mechanic) to deliver FAA Part 147 curriculum and provide hands-on instruction in classroom and hangar environments.

Ideal candidates have military or civilian A&P experience and will join a team of veterans, mentors, and educators. AIM offers a 5-day paid instructor training program to transition into teaching.