Aviation Technology Professor — Professional Pilot

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver for employee and depend

Structured advancement opportunities

Professional development support

STRS pension with 14% employer contrib

Work-life balance programs

Job summary

Sinclair Community College seeks a full-time, tenure-track Aviation Technology faculty member to join the Division of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics starting Fall 2026. The role involves a heavy teaching load, committee service, and mentoring students across day/evening/weekend assignments.

The ideal candidate has a master’s degree in aviation or related field, five years of aviation experience, and relevant FAA certifications; A&P and UAS experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in aviation or related field is required or will be required within a specified time.
• Minimum of five years of relevant aviation experience; management/educational experience preferred.
• FAA certificates commensurate with relevant aviation experience; Instrument, Commercial, CFII, ATP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach a load of 30 payload hours annually within the academic year.
• Serve on departmental and college committees and mentor students.
• Develop and revise curriculum in collaboration with colleagues and ensure alignment with program goals.
• Contribute to service activities inside the college and community.
• Demonstrate commitment to improving student learning through innovative strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Curriculum development

Education

Master’s degree in aviation or related field

Bachelor’s degree in aviation or related field

Tools

FAA certificates

A&P license

Unmanned Aerial Systems

Job description

Sinclair Community College seeks a full-time, tenure-track Aviation Technology faculty member to join the Division of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics starting Fall 2026. The role involves a heavy teaching load, committee service, and mentoring students across day/evening/weekend assignments.

The ideal candidate has a master’s degree in aviation or related field, five years of aviation experience, and relevant FAA certifications; A&P and UAS experience are preferred.