Aircraft Maintenance Instructor: Teach & Shape Tomorrow's AMTs

Aviation Institute of Maintenance; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5-day paid instructor training program

Job summary

Aviation Institute of Maintenance in Philadelphia, PA, is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic Instructor to deliver FAA Part 147-aligned training and hands-on instruction to aspiring aircraft technicians. This role emphasizes mentoring, safety, and practical teaching in classroom and hangar settings.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of aircraft maintenance experience and an A&P certificate, with the ability to adapt to evening or weekend schedules.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) 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 systems knowledge

Mentoring and coaching

Structured, compliance-driven training

Microsoft Office proficiency

Evening/weekend availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in aviation or related field (preferred)

Job description

Aviation Institute of Maintenance in Philadelphia, PA, is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic Instructor to deliver FAA Part 147-aligned training and hands-on instruction to aspiring aircraft technicians. This role emphasizes mentoring, safety, and practical teaching in classroom and hangar settings.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of aircraft maintenance experience and an A&P certificate, with the ability to adapt to evening or weekend schedules.