Adjunct Faculty: Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)

Aims Community College; Evans (CO); On-site; USD 1,000 - 4,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Access to gym (PERC) for employee &one

Aims Discount program

Free parking on all campuses

PERA employer benefits

Supplemental retirement programs

Job summary

Aims Community College is seeking a faculty member to teach UAS ground content, flight training, field applications, and related courses. The role includes developing course materials to meet industry standards and participating in governance initiatives.

The position requires teaching UAS content with FAA Part 107 credentials and significant flight hours, and entails professional development and collaboration with the department and college.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of science degree with relevant UAS teaching credentials or experience.
• Associate of Applied Science in UAS with FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
• 2,000 hours of full-time teaching experience in UAS content is required.
• Must hold or qualify for a post-secondary vocational credential in Aviation Technology.

Responsibilities

• Instruct UAS coursework and be available for day and/or evening classes.
• Develop or modify curriculum to meet evolving UAS technology and textbooks.
• Participate in student evaluations, advising, registration, recruiting and retention efforts.
• Ensure compliance with FAA policies and college procedures; engage in department and college activities.
• Pursue ongoing professional development and stay current in the field.

Skills

UAS teaching

Flight training

Curriculum development

FAA policies knowledge

Education

Bachelor of science degree

Associate of Applied Science in UAS

Post-secondary vocational credential in Aviation Technology

Job description

Job Overview

Based on course content, wages will range from $1,297.00 per credit to $3,753.00 per credit. In certain instances, due to low enrollment, faculty payment will be based on part‑time per credit pay and pro‑rated on a 10% per student basis. Part‑time employees also receive some benefits depending on the number of hours worked.

Benefits

• Tuition waiver for employee on Aims courses
• Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest
• Aims Discount program
• Free parking on all campuses
• PERA employer (see www.copera.org for comprehensive benefits)
• Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available

Job Description

Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position. The faculty member will conduct assignments and co‑curricular college activities in a manner consistent with the philosophy and purpose of Aims Community College as stated in the school catalog. The primary purpose of the faculty member is to teach. The primary responsibility is to instruct UAS ground content, flight training, field applications, and/or engineering courses. Participation in professional development, designing course materials to meet industry standards, and collaborating on departmental and college governance initiatives are integral to the role.

Job Duties

• Instruct assignments as it applies to UAS and must be available to teach day and/or evening classes.
• Assist in the development and/or modification of curriculum to meet changing technology in the UAS industry, as well as textbook selection and new courses.
• Participate in student evaluations, advising, registration, and recruiting and retention activities.
• Participate in department, division, and college activities while complying with college and FAA policies, procedures, and mandates.
• Stay current in professional areas by participating in professional development activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Department’s Executive Director or Academic Dean.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of science degree plus a current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate plus a minimum of 50 hours of recreational/training/commercial UAS operating flight hours logged.
• Associate of Applied Science degree in Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) plus a current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate plus a minimum of 50 hours of recreational/training/commercial UAS operating flight hours logged.
• 2,000 hours (two semesters) verified full‑time experience teaching UAS related coursework (full‑time is defined as 51% or more of a teaching schedule dedicated to teaching the content area).
• Shall hold or qualify for a post‑secondary vocational credential in Aviation Technology issued by Aims Community College CTE Office. Contact Landon Loyd for the application at [e-mail].
• This position requires the use of a company vehicle for business travel. The selected candidate must successfully pass an MVR and be insurable under Aims insurance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Unmanned Aerial Systems or aviation related field.
• High level of computer skills.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• FAA Part 107 – Remote Pilot Certificate
• Copy of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon hire)

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Aims Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or veteran's status. All application materials must be submitted by the closing date posted and become the property of Aims Community College. The screening committee will select finalists for interviews. The goal of Aims Community College is to enhance the diversity present in the district we serve. To comply with Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, if hired, you will be required to provide documents within 3 days of hire date to show your identity and your authorization to work. This law applies to all persons hired.