Aircraft Maintenance Instructor – Hands-on FAA Training & Sign-On Bonus

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career growth opportunities within avi

Job summary

Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) is seeking an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Instructor (A&P) to deliver FAA-aligned instruction in a hands-on setting at our Philadelphia campus. You will mentor students, run practical labs, and help prepare them for FAA certification.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in aircraft maintenance, an A&P certificate, and a passion for teaching. This full-time role offers diverse shifts including evenings/weekends and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in aviation or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver FAA Part 147-aligned curriculum with hands-on instruction.
• Prepare students for A&P certification through practical sessions.
• Mentor and supervise students in classroom and hangar settings.
• Maintain records of attendance, grades and progress.
• Support curriculum updates and collaborate with program leadership.
• Create a structured, safety-focused learning environment.

Skills

Aircraft systems knowledge

Mentoring & coaching

Structured training mindset

Microsoft Office proficiency

Evening/weekend availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in aviation or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) is seeking an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Instructor (A&P) to deliver FAA-aligned instruction in a hands-on setting at our Philadelphia campus. You will mentor students, run practical labs, and help prepare them for FAA certification.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in aircraft maintenance, an A&P certificate, and a passion for teaching. This full-time role offers diverse shifts including evenings/weekends and a comprehensive benefits package.