Aircraft Maintenance Instructor: Mentor the NextGen AP Techs

Aviation Institute of Maintenance; Town of Charlotte (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, vision insurance (day

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

EAP

Job summary

AIM is seeking experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technicians to transition into Aircraft Maintenance Instructor roles at our Charlotte campus. You will deliver FAA Part 147-aligned training and mentor students preparing for A&P certification, while maintaining a hands-on hangar environment.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in aircraft maintenance, an FAA A&P certificate, and a passion for teaching. We offer a 5-day paid instructor training program and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Teach aircraft maintenance systems, procedures, and techniques hands-on.
• Deliver FAA-aligned curriculum to prepare students for A&P certification.
• Demonstrate practical skills used by A&P mechanics and aviation technicians.
• 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.

Skills

Aircraft systems

Mentoring

Structured environment

MS Office

Flexible scheduling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in aviation (preferred)

Job description

AIM is seeking experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technicians to transition into Aircraft Maintenance Instructor roles at our Charlotte campus. You will deliver FAA Part 147-aligned training and mentor students preparing for A&P certification, while maintaining a hands-on hangar environment.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in aircraft maintenance, an FAA A&P certificate, and a passion for teaching. We offer a 5-day paid instructor training program and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time