A&P Mechanic Instructor: Teach Hands-On Aircraft Skills

Aviation Institute of Maintenance; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Relocation Assistance Available

Job summary

Aviation Institute of Maintenance in Chicago, IL, seeks experienced Aircraft Maintenance Instructors to deliver FAA Part 147-aligned curriculum and hands-on training to aspiring AMTs. This on-site role offers 4- or 5-day schedules, full- and part-time options, and a competitive hourly wage of $31–$42 with sign-on bonus and relocation assistance at select campuses.

No remote work; join a nationwide network of AIM campuses to shape the next generation of aviation professionals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in aviation or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• Background as an A&P Mechanic, Aircraft Mechanic, or AMT.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic Certificate required.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft systems and aviation maintenance procedures.
• Interest in mentoring, coaching, and developing others.
• Ability to work in a structured, compliance-driven training environment.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint).
• Flexibility to support evening or weekend schedules as needed.

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

Mentoring

Structured learning

Aircraft systems knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in aviation or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Teams

SharePoint

Job description

Aviation Institute of Maintenance in Chicago, IL, seeks experienced Aircraft Maintenance Instructors to deliver FAA Part 147-aligned curriculum and hands-on training to aspiring AMTs. This on-site role offers 4- or 5-day schedules, full- and part-time options, and a competitive hourly wage of $31–$42 with sign-on bonus and relocation assistance at select campuses.

No remote work; join a nationwide network of AIM campuses to shape the next generation of aviation professionals.