A&P Mechanic Instructor — Teach Hands-on Aviation

Aviation Maintenance; Norfolk (VA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5-day paid instructor training program

Job summary

AIM in Norfolk, VA is seeking experienced Aircraft Maintenance Instructors (A&P) to deliver FAA Part 147-aligned training and mentor students pursuing A&P certification.

Join a team focused on hands-on instruction in classroom and active hangar environments, with schedules that support day and evening shifts. No prior teaching experience required; we provide a 5-day paid training program to help you transition.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in aviation 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

Mentoring

Compliance

MS Office

Evening/weekend availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in aviation

Job description

AIM in Norfolk, VA is seeking experienced Aircraft Maintenance Instructors (A&P) to deliver FAA Part 147-aligned training and mentor students pursuing A&P certification.

Join a team focused on hands-on instruction in classroom and active hangar environments, with schedules that support day and evening shifts. No prior teaching experience required; we provide a 5-day paid training program to help you transition.