Aviation Maintenance - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 1,189,000 - 1,693,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver for 3 credit hours per

Structured advancement and promotion

Support for continued professional dev

STRS pension participation, with 14%

High quality programs and events for 


Faculty mentoring available

Job summary

Sinclair College offers one of the most comprehensive aviation technology programs in the nation, including degrees and certificates that prepare graduates for careers as pilots, mechanics, dispatchers, and unmanned systems operators. The starting pay for Adjunct Faculty is $1,046 per credit hour assigned to teach.

This position is open only to residents of Ohio, Indiana, or Kentucky, or those able to work in one of these states; Sinclair restricts part-time employment to approved states due to

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in aviation maintenance or related field.
• Minimum of five years of experience in aviation maintenance.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certification required; applicants must upload images of license in Licensure/Certification section.

Responsibilities

• Teach curriculum developed by the department.
• Plan and organize instruction to maximize student learning.
• Prepare syllabi for all assigned sections per policies.
• Maintain accurate records and timely grading.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Adjunct Faculty cannot be assigned to teach more than 12 credit hours per semester.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Tech-enabled teaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in aviation maintenance or related field

Airframe and Powerplant Certification

High school diploma or GED + Tested Experience path

Job description

Position Information

Position Information (Default Section)

Job Title

Aviation Maintenance - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

Location

Multiple Locations, OH

Job Number

04848

Department

Aviation Technology

Job Category

Adjunct Faculty (Part-time)

Job Type

Part-Time

Status

Regular

Open Until Filled

No

Job Open Date

05/18/2026

Resume Review Date

Ongoing

Closing Date

08/31/2026

Position Summary

Sinclair College offers one of the most comprehensive aviationtechnology programs in the nation which includes Bachelor ofApplied Science degrees in AviationTechnology /Professional Pilot and Unmanned Aerial Systems . Sinclair’s bachelor andassociate degrees and technical certificate programs preparegraduates for careers as commercial fixed wing and helicopterpilots, aircraft mechanics, flight attendants, aircraftdispatchers, aviation managers and unmanned aerial systemsoperators and technicians.

The starting pay for Adjunct Faculty is $1,046 per credit hourassigned to teach. For the full list of available courses to teach,please explore our coursecatalog.

This position is open only to applicants who residein Ohio, Indiana, or Kentucky, or who are able to perform workwithin one of these states. Sinclair Community College restrictspart-time employment to approved states due to employment, tax, andbenefits compliance requirements.

Why work for Sinclair College?

• Tuition waiver for 3 credit hours per semester
• Structured opportunity for advancement and promotion
• Support for continued professional development andeducation
• STRS pension participation, with 14% employer contribution
• High quality programs and events for work-life balance
• Faculty mentoring available to aide transition fromprofessional work to a teaching role

*SCC has the right to revise this position description at anytime. This position description does not represent in any way acontract of employment.

Principal Accountabilities

• Adjunct faculty teach curriculum developed and prepared by thedepartment
• Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize studentlearning
• Prepare and provide syllabi for all assigned sections inaccordance with department and divisional policies
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies, useavailable instructional technology when appropriate
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategiesto meet diverse student’s needs
• Support classroom and online efforts to promote studentsuccess
• Evaluate and return student work in a timely manner to promotelearning
• Maintain accurate records of student progress
• Submit final grade rosters according to establisheddeadlines
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
• Adjunct Faculty cannot be assigned to teach more than themaximum of 12 credit hours per semester

Requirements

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in aviation maintenance orrelated field required; OR must meet the specific requirementsassociated with Tested Experience:
  • Tested Experience Requirements:
    • Minimum of a high school diploma or GED required AND
    • Minimum of an Airframe and Powerplant Certification requiredAND
      • To be considered, candidates must upload images of both thefront and back of their FAA license in the Licensure/Certificationsection of the application
    • Minimum of five years of experience working in the aviationmaintenance field required
• Evidence of successful prior teaching experience ispreferred
• Demonstrated commitment to improving student learning throughinnovative strategies shown to help students succeed at the courseand program level
• Effective communication skills and interpersonal skills withthe capacity to work successfully in a culturally diverse collegecommunity
• Must possess demonstrated skills in using modern educationaltechnology, including multimedia-based instruction

Official transcripts for all post-secondary degrees (ifapplicable) and successful completion of a background check will berequired prior to date of hire.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you meet the education requirements for the position aslisted in the job posting?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you meet the work experience requirements of this positionas described?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * What location(s) are you interested in teaching?
   • Main Campus - Dayton, Ohio
   • Centerville Campus - Centerville, Ohio
   • Mason Campus - Mason, Ohio
   • Remote
4. * In accordance with Sinclair Community College employment,tax, and benefits compliance requirements, please select the statein which you currently reside or will perform work for thisposition.
   • Ohio
   • Indiana
   • Kentucky
   • I do not reside in or am unable to perform work in one of thesestates.
5. * Are you legally authorized to work in the United States, andwill you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for awork visa? *Sinclair Community College will not sponsor applicantsfor work visas.
   • Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States and do notrequire sponsorship now or in the future.
   • Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States but willrequire sponsorship now or in the future.
   • No, I am not authorized to work in the United States.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Licensure/Certification

Optional Documents

1. Other
2. Associate's Transcript
3. Bachelor's Transcript
4. Master's Transcript