Location: Dallas/Fort Worth, TXIt’s Monday morning in the powerplant lab. You unlock a toolbox, roll out a cutaway of a reciprocating engine, and welcome a room full of future technicians who can’t wait to get hands-on. By midweek, they’ll be timing magnetos and setting up fuel metering systems. Soon, you’ll move them from pistons to turbines—linking theory to practice every step of the way. If that sounds like a day you’d enjoy, this role is for you.What You’ll DoJoin Universal Technical Institute as an Aviation Maintenance Instructor and lead students through aircraft powerplant coursework—starting with reciprocating engines and building toward turbine engine systems. No prior teaching experience? We’ll train you to deliver exceptional instruction.Early Course AssignmentsReciprocating Engine and Engine InstrumentsFuel Metering, Induction, and Exhaust SystemsIgnition SystemsLubrication Systems and PropellersEngine Inspection and OverhaulAdvancing Into TurbinesTurbine engine design and operationEngine accessories and supporting systemsInspection, maintenance, and troubleshootingHow You’ll TeachInspire and Educate: Build an inclusive classroom where learners thrive—especially those passionate about electrical components and systems.Hands-On Training: Demonstrate, coach, and supervise real-world diagnostics, maintenance, and repair.Curriculum Development: Collaborate with the education team to refine and create courses that reflect current industry practice.Mentorship: Guide students through projects, encouraging critical thinking and creative problem-solving.Safety First: Champion safety procedures and best practices in every lab session.What You’ll BringHigh school diploma or GED (Bachelor’s in aviation maintenance or related field preferred)5+ years of hands-on industry experience (reciprocating required; turbine experience a plus). Teaching experience not required.FAA A&P certification highly valued—if yours isn’t current, we’ll cover the cost to obtain it.Clear communication skills, teamwork, patience, and empathy for learners progressing at different speeds.Compensation & BenefitsPay: $34.00 – $37.00 per hourWeekends OFFPaid TrainingTuition Waiver: After 6 months, tuition waivers for you and your immediate family at UTI and Concorde campusesPaid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Flexible, and Holiday programsRetirement Matching: 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 daysPaid Parental Leave: 4 weeks for both birthing and non-birthing parentsInsurance: Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependentsPet Insurance: Competitive coverage through ASPCAHealth Plan Enrollment: Eligibility begins the first of the month following one full month of employmentAbout UTIWith 60 years of experience, partnerships with 35+ leading brands, 16 campuses, and 16 programs, Universal Technical Institute is committed to changing lives—one student and one teammate at a time. Join us and build a legacy that lasts.Preferred ProficienciesElectrical TroubleshootingGround Support Equipment (GSE) MaintenanceAerial & Utility Equipment SystemsElectrical Panel InstallationAircraft MaintenanceAvionics SystemsAircraft StructuresAircraft Electrical Systems