Aircraft Maintenance Instructor - Hasbrouck Heights, NJ

Cotulla Education; Hasbrouck Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 78,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance (

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Cotulla Education in Hasbrouck Heights, NJ is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Instructor to train the next generation of FAA-certified mechanics in a Part 147 program. The role supports military-to-civilian transitions and offers a 5-day paid instructor training program.

The position requires an A&P credential with at least 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience and allows for an evening schedule. A 401(k), health benefits, and relocation/sign-on bonuses are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification required.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft systems and maintenance procedures.
• Willing to teach in a structured, compliance-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver FAA Part 147-aligned curriculum with hands-on instruction.
• Teach in classroom and active hangar environments.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grades, and student progress records.
• Support curriculum updates and collaborate with program leadership.
• Create a structured, engaging, and safety-focused learning environment.
• Maintain classroom, lab equipment, and training materials.

Skills

Instructional skills

Mentoring

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in aviation or related field (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Aircraft Maintenance Instructor - Hasbrouck Heights, NJ

Hasbrouck Heights, NJ

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

ABOUT US- Big Changes, Better Benefits - Join us today!

At Cotulla Education, home to the Aviation Institute of Maintenance, Centura College, Tidewater Tech, and American Lineman College, we are dedicated to transforming lives through hands‑on, career‑focused education. Our mission is to empower students to achieve their professional dreams in high‑demand fields like aviation, healthcare, information technology, and skilled trades. With experienced faculty providing personalized support, our graduates emerge as future leaders ready to make a significant impact in their communities. Join us in shaping the careers of those who will build and maintain our world and embark on a transformative journey towards a fulfilling career.

$2,500 Sign-On Bonus

$2,500 relocation bonus for out-of-area hires moving to New Jersey Area.

Compensation: $40 per hour

Employment: Full Time

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

Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) is hiring Aircraft Maintenance Instructors at our Hasbrouck Heights campus 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

As an Aircraft Maintenance Instructor (A&P Mechanic Instructor), you'll deliver FAA Part 147‑aligned aviation maintenance curriculum and provide hands‑on instruction in classroom and active hangar environments. This role is well‑suited to military‑trained aviation maintainers with civilian A&P certification who want a stable, mission‑oriented next chapter.

Schedule Options

• Option 2: Evening shift: Monday - Thursday 3:30 pm - 11:30 pm EST & Friday ~ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm EST

Key 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

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate degree in aviation or related field preferred

Experience

• Minimum 3 years ofaircraftmaintenance experience
• Background as an A&P Mechanic,AircraftMechanic, or Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT)

Licensure

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic Certificaterequired

Skills

• Strong knowledge of aircraft systems and aviation maintenance procedures
• Interest in mentoring, coaching, and developing others
• Ability to work in a structured, compliance‑driven training environment
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint)
• Flexibility to support evening or weekend schedules as needed

What We Offer

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package that supports your personal and professional well‑being. Full‑time employees are eligible for:

• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance available first day of employment
• Life insurance options
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off (PTO) to promote work‑life balance
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support

We are committed to fostering a workplace that values integrity, growth, and student success.

Cotulla Education is a proud equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes to the success of our company and are dedicated to fostering a culture of respect, equity, and inclusion.

As set forth in Cotulla Education’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection. As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows:

A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran’s discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service.

An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.

An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.