Aircraft Maintenance Instructor: Mentor Hands-On Aviation

Aviation Institute of Maintenance; Hasbrouck Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 62,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Aviation Institute of Maintenance is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Instructor (A&P Mechanic Instructor) to deliver FAA Part 147-aligned curriculum and hands-on instruction in a classroom and hangar setting. You will mentor students preparing for FAA certifications and share real-world repair experience.

This full-time role offers varied shifts, competitive hourly pay, a sign-on bonus, and opportunities for career growth within aviation education.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in aviation or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience.

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 knowledge

Mentoring

Compliance-driven training

Microsoft Office

Flexible schedules

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in aviation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Aviation Institute of Maintenance is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Instructor (A&P Mechanic Instructor) to deliver FAA Part 147-aligned curriculum and hands-on instruction in a classroom and hangar setting. You will mentor students preparing for FAA certifications and share real-world repair experience.

This full-time role offers varied shifts, competitive hourly pay, a sign-on bonus, and opportunities for career growth within aviation education.