Aviation Powerplant Instructor — Hands-on Lab Mentor

UTI Trade School; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Tuition Waiver for you and immediate

Tuition Waiver for you and immediate

Vacation & Sick Leave

Retirement Matching

Health insurance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Universal Technical Institute in Dallas, TX seeks an Aviation Maintenance Instructor to lead aircraft powerplant coursework, starting with reciprocating engines and advancing to turbine systems. You’ll teach hands-on diagnostics, maintenance, and troubleshooting, and help students connect theory with real-world practice in a safe lab environment. No prior teaching experience?

We’ll train you. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 5+ years in the industry, and FAA A&P certification

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required; a bachelor’s in aviation maintenance is preferred.
• 5+ years of hands-on industry experience in aviation maintenance.
• FAA A&P certification is highly valued and encouraged.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and empathy for learners at different speeds.

Responsibilities

• Lead students through aviation powerplant coursework, from reciprocating engines to turbine systems.
• Demonstrate real-world diagnostics, maintenance, and repair in a hands-on lab.
• Inspire inclusive learning and supervise hands-on activities and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with the education team to refine and develop courses.
• Provide mentorship and guide students through projects and problem solving.

Skills

Industry experience

Communication skills

Teaching ability

Safety focus

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s in aviation maintenance or related field preferred

Tools

Electrical Troubleshooting

GSE Maintenance

Aerial Equipment Systems

Electrical Panel Installation

Aircraft Maintenance

Avionics Systems

Aircraft Structures

Aircraft Electrical Systems

Job description

Universal Technical Institute in Dallas, TX seeks an Aviation Maintenance Instructor to lead aircraft powerplant coursework, starting with reciprocating engines and advancing to turbine systems. You’ll teach hands-on diagnostics, maintenance, and troubleshooting, and help students connect theory with real-world practice in a safe lab environment. No prior teaching experience?

We’ll train you. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 5+ years in the industry, and FAA A&P certification