Aviation Technology Instructor — Hands-On FAA Training

pierpont; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Pierpont Community & Technical College invites applications for an Instructor, Aviation Technology at the Robert C. Byrd National Aerospace Education Center in Bridgeport, WV.

The role requires teaching a full load of 19 contact hours per semester, advising students, and engaging in research and professional development per the Faculty Handbook. Responsibilities include classroom and hangar instruction, lesson planning, committee participation, and ensuring compliance with FAA training standards

Qualifications

• FAA A&P Certification required with at least 5 years of relevant aviation maintenance work experience.
• Associate's degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct classroom and hangar instruction, student advising, and evaluation.
• Work on, under, and around a variety of aircraft systems.
• Develop lesson plans, teaching aids, and assessments to FAA training levels.
• Attend faculty meetings and participate in committee work.
• Ensure students complete shop/laboratory assignments and manage inventory and equipment.
• Submit grades and attendance within deadlines.
• Pursue on-the-job and formal training to enhance performance.
• Engage with colleagues on faculty development.

Skills

Aviation Math

Basic Electricity

Basic Electronics

Airframe Systems

Powerplant Systems

Verbal Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Education

FAA A&P Certification

Associate's degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Suite

Google Workspace

Job description

Pierpont Community & Technical College invites applications for an Instructor, Aviation Technology at the Robert C. Byrd National Aerospace Education Center in Bridgeport, WV.

The role requires teaching a full load of 19 contact hours per semester, advising students, and engaging in research and professional development per the Faculty Handbook. Responsibilities include classroom and hangar instruction, lesson planning, committee participation, and ensuring compliance with FAA training standards