Aircraft Maintenance Instructor: Teach Hands-On A&P Skills

Aviation Maintenance; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career growth opportunities within avi

education

Job summary

Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) in Indianapolis is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Instructor to deliver FAA Part 147-aligned training and provide hands-on instruction to aspiring AMTs.

Candidates bring 3+ years of aircraft maintenance experience, an A&P certificate, and a passion for mentoring others. The role offers competitive hourly pay, full-time schedules, and benefits in a supportive aviation-education environment.

Qualifications

• 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 Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT).
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic Certificate required.

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 maintenance

A&P experience

Mentoring

Classroom instruction

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in aviation or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) in Indianapolis is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Instructor to deliver FAA Part 147-aligned training and provide hands-on instruction to aspiring AMTs.

Candidates bring 3+ years of aircraft maintenance experience, an A&P certificate, and a passion for mentoring others. The role offers competitive hourly pay, full-time schedules, and benefits in a supportive aviation-education environment.