Aviation Maintenance Instructor | Teach & Shape Technicians

Aviation Institute of Maintenance; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career growth opportunities withinavi

Job summary

AIM is seeking experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technicians to join our team as instructors in Kansas City, MO. This full-time role delivers FAA Part 147-aligned instruction in classroom and hangar environments, shaping the next generation of AMTs.

New hires participate in a 5-day paid instructor training program with a competitive hourly pay, benefits, and a sign-on bonus. Evening or weekend schedules may be required.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Associate degree in aviation or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of aircraft maintenance experience (AMT/Mechanical) helpful.
• FAA A&P certification preferred but not required for transition program.

Responsibilities

• Teach aircraft maintenance systems, procedures and techniques hands-on.
• Deliver FAA-aligned curriculum to prepare students for A&P certification.
• Demonstrate practical skills used by A&P mechanics and aviation technicians.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grades and student progress records.
• Support curriculum updates and collaborate with program leadership.
• Create a structured, engaging, and safety-focused learning environment.
• Maintain classroom, lab equipment and training materials.

Skills

Aircraft systems knowledge

Mentoring/coaching

Structured, compliance-driven

Microsoft Office proficiency

Evening/weekend flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in aviation/related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

AIM is seeking experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technicians to join our team as instructors in Kansas City, MO. This full-time role delivers FAA Part 147-aligned instruction in classroom and hangar environments, shaping the next generation of AMTs.

New hires participate in a 5-day paid instructor training program with a competitive hourly pay, benefits, and a sign-on bonus. Evening or weekend schedules may be required.