Aviation Maintenance Adjunct: Teach FAA-Cert Path

Salt Lake Community College (UT); Murray (UT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Salt Lake Community College invites applications for an adjunct aviation instructor to teach Airframe and Powerplant courses at the college level. Responsibilities include delivering FAA-approved curriculum, labs, and maintaining safety and academic standards.

The pool position is reviewed as openings arise; transcripts are required for offers. The instructor will teach on-site in the Aviation Department, adhering to college policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• FAA Part 91/121/135 flight regulations knowledge.
• Knowledge of Aircraft Structures, Systems and Powerplants.
• Ability to teach basic maintenance skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience teaching at the college level preferred.
• Ability to relate pedagogy to diverse student needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach Aviation Department classes using clear written and verbal communication.
• Follow industry, government, and manufacturers maintenance practices in labs.
• Assess and maintain student performance records.
• Deliver lectures and classroom activities following the curriculum.
• Support department assessment initiatives.
• Coordinate ADA accommodation requests per college policy.
• Provide feedback on student progress.
• Meet deadlines and submit final grades on time.
• Maintain professional etiquette and adhere to college policies.
• Complete required trainings and FERPA compliance.
• Administer ADA accommodations as needed.

Skills

FAA Regulations

Aircraft Structures

Aircraft Systems

Powerplants

Teaching Pedagogy

Effective Communication

Student Assessment

Multicultural / Diverse Learners

Education

FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certificate

College teaching experience

Job description

Salt Lake Community College invites applications for an adjunct aviation instructor to teach Airframe and Powerplant courses at the college level. Responsibilities include delivering FAA-approved curriculum, labs, and maintaining safety and academic standards.

The pool position is reviewed as openings arise; transcripts are required for offers. The instructor will teach on-site in the Aviation Department, adhering to college policies and procedures.