Aircraft Maintenance Instructor — Mentor for AMTs

Aviation Maintenance; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career growth opportunities within UAV

Job summary

AIM, the Aviation Institute of Maintenance, seeks an Aircraft Maintenance Instructor to deliver FAA Part 147-aligned curriculum and provide hands-on instruction to aspiring aircraft technicians in Indianapolis. This role emphasizes mentoring, safety, and real-world applicability.

Ideal candidates hold an FAA A&P certificate, 3+ years of maintenance experience, and a passion for teaching; a 5‑day paid instructor training program is provided to ensure a smooth classroom transition.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Associate degree in aviation or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic Certificate required.
• Background as an A&P Mechanic, Aircraft Mechanic, or AMT.

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

Skills

Aircraft systems

Mentoring

Structured training environment

MS Office

Evening/weekend flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in aviation or related field preferred

Job description

AIM, the Aviation Institute of Maintenance, seeks an Aircraft Maintenance Instructor to deliver FAA Part 147-aligned curriculum and provide hands-on instruction to aspiring aircraft technicians in Indianapolis. This role emphasizes mentoring, safety, and real-world applicability.

Ideal candidates hold an FAA A&P certificate, 3+ years of maintenance experience, and a passion for teaching; a 5‑day paid instructor training program is provided to ensure a smooth classroom transition.