Aviation Maintenance Instructor: Hands-On Mentor

Universal Technical Institute, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Waiver

Paid Time Off

Retirement Matching

Paid Parental Leave

Health Insurance

Vision Coverage

Dental Coverage

Pet Insurance

Health Plan Enrollment

Job summary

Universal Technical Institute is seeking an Aviation Maintenance Instructor to mentor and train the next generation of technicians in hands-on aircraft maintenance. Your expertise in aircraft systems and components will guide students toward successful careers across multiple industries, with a focus on interactive, practical teaching.

You will inspire students, develop and deliver practical demonstrations, and collaborate with the education team to keep curricula aligned with evolving industry

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 5 years of practical work experience in aviation maintenance (not including teaching).
• FAA A&P license is highly valued; employer will pay to obtain if not current.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Patient and empathetic approach to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and educate: create an engaging, inclusive learning environment and share expertise in electrical components.
• Hands-on training: lead by example with practical demonstrations for diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing systems.
• Curriculum development: collaborate with the education team to enhance courses and align with industry trends.
• Mentorship: guide students on projects and encourage critical thinking and problem solving.
• Safety first: instill robust safety practices in students and the learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Empathy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Universal Technical Institute is seeking an Aviation Maintenance Instructor to mentor and train the next generation of technicians in hands-on aircraft maintenance. Your expertise in aircraft systems and components will guide students toward successful careers across multiple industries, with a focus on interactive, practical teaching.

You will inspire students, develop and deliver practical demonstrations, and collaborate with the education team to keep curricula aligned with evolving industry