Aviation Sheetmetal Instructor (Adjunct) – Hands-on

Wsu-Tech; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

WSU Tech in Wichita, Kansas invites applications for the Adjunct Aviation Sheetmetal Instructor role. This part-time position blends real-world aviation experience with hands-on classroom and lab instruction to prepare students for aircraft manufacturing careers.

You will teach sheetmetal assembly, blueprint interpretation, measuring, drilling, riveting, and safety practices, while supervising labs and providing coaching to help students succeed in a safety-conscious, inclusive learning

Qualifications

• Professional experience in aviation sheetmetal assembly, aircraft manufacturing, aircraft structures, or a related aviation field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to demonstrate industry best practices in a hands-on learning environment.
• Commitment to student success and workplace safety.
• Spanish-speaking ability is highly valued; the ability to communicate with students in both English and Spanish helps expand access to technical education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging classroom and hands-on laboratory instruction in aviation sheetmetal assembly.
• Teach blueprint interpretation, measuring, layout, drilling, riveting, fastening, assembly, and industry safety practices.
• Demonstrate industry techniques while reinforcing quality, precision, and attention to detail.
• Evaluate student performance and provide meaningful coaching and feedback.
• Prepare students for careers in today’s aviation manufacturing industry and foster professionalism and teamwork.

Job description

WSU Tech in Wichita, Kansas invites applications for the Adjunct Aviation Sheetmetal Instructor role. This part-time position blends real-world aviation experience with hands-on classroom and lab instruction to prepare students for aircraft manufacturing careers.

You will teach sheetmetal assembly, blueprint interpretation, measuring, drilling, riveting, and safety practices, while supervising labs and providing coaching to help students succeed in a safety-conscious, inclusive learning