Aviation Maintenance Instructor — Lead & Mentor Technicians

Universal Technical Institute; Michigan; On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Waiver

Paid Training

Paid Time Off

Retirement Matching

Paid Parental Leave

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental coverage

Pet Insurance

Health Plan Enrollment

Job summary

Universal Technical Institute in Michigan is seeking an Aviation Maintenance Instructor to guide and inspire students in aircraft systems, diagnostics, and repair. The role emphasizes hands-on teaching, real-world applications, and building strong student confidence.

You will mentor learners, develop elective content with our education team, and uphold safety standards while delivering engaging lessons. Prior aviation maintenance experience is required; FAA A&P is valued and training support is

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient and empathetic approach to teaching; connects with students.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and educate: create an engaging and inclusive learning environment for students to flourish.
• Hands-on training: lead by example with practical demonstrations in diagnosing and repairing aircraft 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.
• Safety first: instill safety procedures and best practices in the learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience and empathy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

FAA A&P license

Job description

Universal Technical Institute in Michigan is seeking an Aviation Maintenance Instructor to guide and inspire students in aircraft systems, diagnostics, and repair. The role emphasizes hands-on teaching, real-world applications, and building strong student confidence.

You will mentor learners, develop elective content with our education team, and uphold safety standards while delivering engaging lessons. Prior aviation maintenance experience is required; FAA A&P is valued and training support is