Aircraft Maintenance Instructor - Norfolk, VA

Get My A&P; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Aviation Institute of Maintenance is hiring an Aircraft Maintenance Instructor at the Norfolk campus to deliver FAA Part 147-aligned curriculum and provide hands-on instruction in classroom and hangar environments. Prior military aviation experience is valued; civilian A&P certification is welcome.

This role starts with a 5-day paid instructor training program. You will mentor students preparing for A&P certification, teach maintenance systems, and maintain records of progress in a structured,

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in aviation or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• Background as an A&P Mechanic, Aircraft Mechanic, or Avia.

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

Teaching

Curriculum delivery

A&P knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in aviation or related field

Job description

Training Tomorrow's Technicians to 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. Don't Miss Out: Join our Team and Earn a $2500 Sign-on Bonus!

Location: 2329 E Little Creek Rd Norfolk, VA 23518 Compensation: Up to $36 per hour + $2,500 Sign-On Bonus 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 Norfolk 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 experience required. 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-on aircraft maintenance 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 1 (Days): Monday - Friday 7am-3:30pm
• Option 2 (Nights): Monday - Thursday 3pm-11:30pm and Friday 9am-4p

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 of aircraft maintenance experience
• Background as an A&P Mechanic, Aircraft Mechanic, or Avia