A&P Mechanic Instructor — Mentor Tomorrow's Aircraft Techs

Aviation Schools Online; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The Aviation Institute of Maintenance in Indianapolis is seeking experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technicians to join our team as Instructors (A&P Mechanic Instructor). You will deliver FAA Part 147‑aligned curriculum and provide hands‑on instruction to aspiring aircraft technicians in an active hangar and classroom setting.

We welcome qualified A&P mechanics with a passion for mentoring. No teaching experience required; we offer a 5‑day paid instructor training program to help you transition

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) 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

Aircraft systems knowledge

Mentoring / coaching

Structured training environment

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in aviation or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Aviation Institute of Maintenance in Indianapolis is seeking experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technicians to join our team as Instructors (A&P Mechanic Instructor). You will deliver FAA Part 147‑aligned curriculum and provide hands‑on instruction to aspiring aircraft technicians in an active hangar and classroom setting.

We welcome qualified A&P mechanics with a passion for mentoring. No teaching experience required; we offer a 5‑day paid instructor training program to help you transition