A&P Mechanic Instructor — Train Tomorrow's Aircraft Pros

Aviation Institute of Maintenance; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

EAP

Career growth

Job summary

Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) is seeking experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technicians to join our team as instructors. You will deliver FAA Part 147-aligned curriculum and provide hands-on instruction in classroom and active hangar environments.

No prior teaching experience is required; AIM offers a 5-day paid instructor training program to help you transition. Compensations include up to $42 per hour, a $5,000 sign-on bonus, comprehensive benefits, and clear pathways for career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic Certificate required.
• Background as an A&P Mechanic or AMT.

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 and lab equipment and training materials.

Skills

Aircraft systems

Mentoring

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) is seeking experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technicians to join our team as instructors. You will deliver FAA Part 147-aligned curriculum and provide hands-on instruction in classroom and active hangar environments.

No prior teaching experience is required; AIM offers a 5-day paid instructor training program to help you transition. Compensations include up to $42 per hour, a $5,000 sign-on bonus, comprehensive benefits, and clear pathways for career growth.