Aviation Maintenance Technology - Instructor

tstc; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 77,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick time

Paid holidays

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

TSTC in Texas is seeking an instructor to deliver approved curricula in an applied learning environment. You will mentor students, deliver high-quality instruction, and integrate technology to enhance learning outcomes.

Responsibilities include assessment, feedback, and maintaining records while promoting program recruitment and staying flexible for evening or weekend sessions. The role emphasizes excellence, accountability, service, and integrity.

Qualifications

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant licenses or substantial relevant aircraft maintenance experience.
• Ability to develop in-class and online presentations on airframes and powerplants.
• Ability to develop learning outcomes, hands-on projects, and mastery assessments.
• Minimum 2+ years of maintaining aerospace vehicles.
• Demonstrated airframe theory and maintenance of airframe systems (electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, etc.).
• Demonstrated powerplant theory and maintenance of engines and APUs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high quality instruction across the curriculum.
• Facilitate activities and discussions for diverse learning styles with mentorship.
• Integrate technology to enrich educational experiences.
• Interpret and administer assessments and provide feedback for student growth.
• Maintain student records and supervisory environment, ensuring safety.

Skills

FAA A&P licenses

Develop in-class presentations

Develop learning outcomes & projects

2+ years aerospace maintenance

Airframe systems competency

Powerplant systems competency

Job description

Do you have a desire to work in an environment where you are helping others and changing lives? As an Instructor at TSTC, you can help improve the quality of many lives by sharing your experience and skills with our students.

What We Offer You:

• More than just a job but the start of a rewarding and fulfilling career
• Supportive environment where employee growth and success are promoted and celebrated
• Paid vacation, sick time & paid holidays, including an extended holiday break
• You will enjoy the stability of the State of Texas' comprehensive health and retirement benefits, competitive wages, State of Texas employee discounts, and much, much more.

Follow the links below for additional details:

• TSTC Benefits
• TSTC Retirement Plans
• Employee Discount Program

Job Description:

TSTC faculty deliver approved curriculum, content, and assessments in an applied learning environment. Responsibilities include facilitation of activities and discussions that engage a range of learning styles with targeted guidance and mentorship to students.

Faculty will also interpret and administer assessments, and offer constructive feedback to support student growth and learning outcomes. A key part of the role is to integrate technology effectively to enrich the educational experiences.

Faculty act as ambassadors for their programs and TSTC.

The median salary range for this position is $90,298 for fully qualified and candidates meeting all credentialing requirements. Additionally, this position is eligible for semester retention bonuses (potential of $2k per semester) and full state benefits.

Faculty will demonstrate TSTC Core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students and members of the community.

INSTRUCTIONAL DELIVERY:

Prepare and deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students. Develop appropriate course syllabi and instructional plans, and organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative/innovative techniques.

INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT:

Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student records, maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety, equipment security where applicable, and ensure opportunities for student/participant evaluation.

STUDENT RETENTION AND PLACEMENT:

Performs student advisement such that students are provided with timely, accurate, and comprehensive information. Collaborate with the Office of Student Success to ensure students receive current information on tutoring and other programs designed to increase retention.

PROGRAM RECRUITMENT & PROMOTION:

Participate in related tours and recruitment events. Assist in department/program planning for recruitment.

TEAMWORK & SERVICE:

Demonstrates a willingness to be of service and exhibits pleasant and courteous behavior toward customers (students, parents, employers, and media), organizational coworkers, and other general public contacts. Maintains flexibility, including availability for evening, weekend, or summer assignment, as appropriate; able to work effectively in a team environment; commitment to the mission, vision and values of the college.

The core competencies for direct instructional delivery in an applied learning environment can be condensed into a few overarching categories:

TEACHING & LEARNING:

Deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students. Organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative/innovative techniques.
Tailor teaching methods to diverse learning styles and needs.

MENTORSHIP & COACHING:

Understanding and empathizing with student experiences. Providing personalized guidance and support. Articulating ideas clearly and fostering open communication.

ASSESSMENT & FEEDBACK:

Creating and utilizing assessments to provide constructive feedback and guide learning. Continually evaluating and improving teaching strategies.

TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION:

Effectively using technology to enhance learning experiences.

Required Skills, knowledge, and certifications or licenses

• Either FAA Airframe and Powerplant licenses, or substantial relevant aircraft maintenance experience (military included).
• Be able to develop in-class and online presentations related to aircraft airframes and powerplants
• Be able to develop learning outcomes, hands‑on projects, and mastery assessments related to aircraft airframes and powerplants
• 2+ years' experience maintaining aerospace vehicles
• Demonstrated competency in airframe theory, and maintenance of structures and a variety of airframe systems such as electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, oxygen, heating, cooling, etc.
• Demonstrated competency in powerplant theory, and maintenance of APUs, engines, and their systems, such as reciprocating and turbine engines, fire detection and warning, prope