Aviation Maintenance Technician Instructor

Liberty University; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty University seeks an Aviation Maintenance Technician Instructor to develop curriculum and provide instruction in a FAA approved program. The instructor will oversee lab technicians, evaluate student performance, and ensure adherence to FAA standards, fostering an educational environment for future aviation maintenance professionals.

Qualifications

• FAA mechanic certification with both Airframe and Powerplant ratings is required.
• Experience in the aviation maintenance field in commercial or military environments is essential.
• Strong communication skills to engage students and staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain curriculum for Aviation Maintenance Technician program.
• Instruct students in classroom lectures and hands-on lab projects.
• Supervise lab technicians and evaluate student performance.

Skills

Understanding of 14 CFR Part 147

Aircraft technology

Analytical reasoning

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Education

FAA mechanic certification with Airframe and Powerplant ratings

College degree (4 year)

Job description

Under supervision of the Director of Aviation Maintenance Technician Program, the Aviation Maintenance Technician Instructor will develop and maintain curriculum, and to provide instruction to students during classroom, lab, and shop training within Liberty University’s FAA approved 14 CFR Part 147 curriculum to prepare students for careers as Aviation Maintenance Technicians and related fields. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to grading, tracking and documenting FAA required attendance, make-up time and material, and associated forms.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Instruct students in all aspects of 14 CFR Part 147 required Airframe and Power Plant Certification course including classroom lectures. Lead and direct students in the completion of hands-on lesson-associated lab projects by demonstration and supervision. Evaluate and grade student’s performance in Subject Areas taught. Provide relevant information and feedback to the director regarding student progress in projects, including grading and record keeping. Prepare 14 CFR Part 147 Airframe and Powerplant certification course lessons, associated training aids and equipment for demonstration to, or for use by students. Research and order materials for training aids, equipment, and lesson-associated lab projects. Advise and recommend to the director regarding the purchase and procurement of equipment, materials, and supplies or use in the training. Teach, or assist in teaching, class, or projects for General, Airframe, and Powerplant subject areas approved to teach (per FAA approved LU AMTS OFFICIALS LIST, on file in the director’s office). Oversee and supervise assigned lab technician to the subject area. Assist in training new Staff/Faculty in the use and operation of training aids and equipment. Perform other duties as assigned by the director.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise assigned lab technicians to the subject area.

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS

Education and ExperienceMinimum Qualifications

• FAA mechanic certification with both Airframe and Powerplant ratings
• Experience in aviation maintenance field or equivalent in commercial, mission or military environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• College degree (4 year)

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB

Industry Competencies

• Be proficient in understanding of 14 CFR Part 147 as it relates to required practical projects of an FAA approved AMTS.

• Be proficient in the field of aircraft technology, maintenance, and operations.

• Be proficient in ability to understand and follow procedures set forth in typical aircraft maintenance documentation and manuals.
• Be proficient in making arithmetic calculations related to aircraft maintenance.
• Based on visual inspections and performance checks of aircraft equipment, be able to make accurate judgments and decisions related to safety.
• Be proficient in analyzing symptoms of improper operation of aircraft systems and follow troubleshooting procedures to determine cause of improper operation.

Communication and Comprehension

• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well-articulated information.
• Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
• Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University to a variety of business and community customers and associates.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills especially with the Microsoft Office suite of applications.

Problem Solving

• Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.

Physical and Sensory Abilities

• Occasionally required to travel to local and campus locations.
• Frequently required to sit for extended periods to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard.
• Regularly required to hear and speak in to effectively communicate orally.
• Required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the building.
• Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business.
• Regularly lift 20 or fewer pounds.
• Required to crawl under, over, and around engines and cockpits.
• Must be able to use all types of hand and power tools.

Physical demands:

• Ability to work well under pressure in fast-paced environment while exercising sound judgment at all times.

Personal demands:

• Read the Liberty University Mission Statement and School of Aeronautics Mission/Vision statement and conduct yourself accordingly
• Be well-groomed
• Set the example of professionalism by exhibiting a positive attitude and respect for all

Professional demands:

• Keep your direct supervisor informed on all aspects of your job

Productivity/Performance.

• Strive to give students, staff, and external customers quality customer service
• Be present and available to students and staff members who have questions during normal business hours

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work Environment

The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled office setting and heated (but not air-conditioned) hangar/shop area. It requires outdoor aircraft engine runs. Areas are well lighted with occasionally moderate to high noise levels. Hearing protection at times is required.

Target Hire Date2025-06-30Time TypeFull timeLocationLynchburg - In OfficeThe University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University’s hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the “religion” component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.