Aircraft Maintenance Instructor (A&P Mechanic)

Aviation Institute of Maintenance; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

5-day instructor training program

GI Bill benefits

Job summary

Aviation Institute of Maintenance in Chicago, IL seeks an Aircraft Maintenance Instructor (A&P Mechanic) to deliver FAA Part 147-aligned training in classroom and active hangar environments. The role welcomes veterans and professionals transitioning from military aviation; no teaching experience required, with a structured 5-day paid instructor training program to help you transition successfully.

Join a team that values hands-on expertise, mentoring students toward becoming certified Aviation

Qualifications

• No teaching experience required.
• 5-day paid instructor training program provided for transition into classroom.

Responsibilities

• Deliver FAA Part 147-aligned aviation maintenance curriculum in classroom and active hangar environments.
• Mentor students pursuing FAA-certified Aircraft Maintenance Technicians and support their career development.

Job description

Aircraft Maintenance Instructor (A&P Mechanic)

Chicago, IL

Training Tomorrow's Techniciansto Become Skilled, Employable and Essential.

About Us- Big Changes, Better Benefits - Join us today!

TheAviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM),establishedin 1969, is a premier institution dedicated to advancing the field of aviation maintenance through exceptional education and training. With 15 campuses nationwide, AIM is a cornerstone in the aviation industry, accounting for 20% of all students attending FAA-certified Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) schools across the country. Each year, AIM proudly contributes to the graduation ofnearly onein four certifiedaircrafttechnicians in America.

At AIM, you'll become part of a dynamic team of educators and leaders, all united by a shared commitment to delivering top-notch training and ensuring student success. We are passionate about equipping the next generation of aircraft technicians with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the aviation industry. If you are eager to make a meaningful impact and help shape the future of aviation maintenance, AIM offers a rewarding environment where your contributions will truly matter.

Campus Location: 3711 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
Compensation: Up to $41 per hour
Employment: Full Time

Join our team and receive a $5,000 sign-on bonus!

Veterans of military aviation: bring your experience to the classroom.

Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) is hiring Aircraft Maintenance Instructors to train the next generation of FAA-certified mechanics in our Part 147 program. Whether you spent your career on a flight line, in a hangar, or supporting heavy maintenance operations, you've built skills that are irreplaceable - and we provide a structured 5-day paid instructor training program to help you successfully transition into the classroom.

AIM has trained thousands of aviation maintenance technicians, including many transitioning service members. As an instructor here,you'll work alongside fellow veterans and former civilian mechanics, teaching students who often include current service members and recent veterans using their GI Bill benefits.

No teaching experiencerequired. Our 5-day paid instructor training program is designed to help technical professionals - including those coming out of military aviation roles - successfully move into instructional work.

Why Veterans Make Exceptional Aviation Instructors

Military aviation maintenance demands precision, discipline, and the ability to teach others under pressure. Those are the same qualities that define the best A&P instructors. In this role,you'll:

• Translate hands-onaircraftmaintenance experience - military or civilian - into classroom instruction
• Mentor students preparing for careers as Aviation Maintenance Technicians (AMTs)
• Work in a structured, mission-driven environment with clear standards and expectations
• Continue building expertise while shaping the next generation of FAA-certified mechanics

About the Role

Asan AircraftMaintenance Instructor (A&P Mechanic Instructor),you'lldeliverFAAPart 147-aligned aviation maintenance curriculum and provide hands-on instruction in classroom and active hangar environments. This role is well-suited to