Aviation Maintenance Program Leader & Instructor

New River Community and Technical College; Ghent (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

New River Community and Technical College seeks a Program Director/Instructor for Aviation Maintenance to lead the AMT program on campus. This full-time position reports to the Dean of Technical and Workforce Programs and involves direct oversight of curriculum, faculty, and FAA compliance.

The role requires 5+ years of aviation maintenance experience, an FAA certificate, and a passion for workforce education. Expect collaboration with FAA, accrediting bodies, and industry partners.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in aviation maintenance required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in aviation, aviation maintenance, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of practical aviation maintenance experience with knowledge of 14 CFR Part 147 and supervisory/coordination experience.
• Current FAA Airframe and Powerplant certification required.

Responsibilities

• Direct the operation and continuous improvement of the Aviation Maintenance Technician Program.
• Ensure compliance with FAA and institutional requirements.
• Coordinate course scheduling, instructional sequencing, and FAA-approved locations.
• Provide leadership to faculty and staff, including hiring support and performance management.
• Oversee student records and graduation documentation.
• Lead outreach, recruitment, and partnerships with stakeholders.
• Maintain facilities and equipment in safe condition.

Skills

Leadership

Instructional coordination

Student mentoring

Compliance awareness

Education

Associates Degree - Aviation Maintenance

Bachelor's Degree in aviation or related field (preferred)

Job description

New River Community and Technical College seeks a Program Director/Instructor for Aviation Maintenance to lead the AMT program on campus. This full-time position reports to the Dean of Technical and Workforce Programs and involves direct oversight of curriculum, faculty, and FAA compliance.

The role requires 5+ years of aviation maintenance experience, an FAA certificate, and a passion for workforce education. Expect collaboration with FAA, accrediting bodies, and industry partners.