Aircraft Maintenance Instructor (A&P) – Shape Next-Gen Techs

Aviation Institute of Maintenance; Illinois; On-site; USD 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Aircraft Maintenance Instructor (A&P Mechanic) at Aviation Institute of Maintenance in Chicago, IL, trains the next generation of FAA-certified mechanics through hands-on instruction and Part 147-aligned curriculum.

Join AIM's mission to deliver top-tier aviation maintenance education, offering a structured 5-day paid instructor training program, competitive benefits, and opportunities to mentor veterans and civilian technicians alike.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• FAA A&P Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Teach aircraft maintenance systems and procedures in a hands-on environment.
• Deliver FAA-aligned curriculum to prepare students for A&P certification.
• Maintain records of attendance, grades, and progress.
• Support curriculum updates and collaborate with program leadership.
• Create a structured, safety-focused learning environment.
• Maintain classroom, lab equipment, and training materials.

Skills

Aircraft systems

Mentoring

Classroom instruction

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in aviation or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Aircraft Maintenance Instructor (A&P Mechanic) at Aviation Institute of Maintenance in Chicago, IL, trains the next generation of FAA-certified mechanics through hands-on instruction and Part 147-aligned curriculum.

Join AIM's mission to deliver top-tier aviation maintenance education, offering a structured 5-day paid instructor training program, competitive benefits, and opportunities to mentor veterans and civilian technicians alike.