A&P Mechanic Instructor: Train Tomorrow's Technicians

Aviation Institute of Maintenance; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance options

Paid parental leave

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) seeks experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technicians to join as instructors, delivering FAA-aligned training in classroom and hangar settings. You’ll guide students toward A&P certification while mentoring them in real-world aircraft systems.

No prior teaching experience is required; AIM provides a 5-day paid instructor training program to help transition into the classroom and shape the next generation of aviation professionals.

Qualifications

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

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 maintenance

AP knowledge

Mentoring

Office software

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in aviation or related field

Job description

Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) seeks experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technicians to join as instructors, delivering FAA-aligned training in classroom and hangar settings. You’ll guide students toward A&P certification while mentoring them in real-world aircraft systems.

No prior teaching experience is required; AIM provides a 5-day paid instructor training program to help transition into the classroom and shape the next generation of aviation professionals.