Avionics Instructor #2707

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Avionics Instructor in the Aeronautical Studies Department delivers courses in avionics and aircraft maintenance, designs curricula, evaluates students, and provides academic advising to prepare graduates for aviation careers.

Responsibilities include developing syllabi, mentoring students, supporting workforce readiness, participating in college committees, and pursuing ongoing professional development to stay current with industry practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or associate degree with two years related work experience
• FCC GROL and FAA Airframe certification required
• Ability to teach in both Avionics and Aircraft Maintenance programs
• Preference for 2+ years teaching in post-secondary education
• Knowledge of aircraft electrical systems, navigation, radar, and troubleshooting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Adaptability to evolving technologies and teaching methods
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with students, faculty, staff, and industry partners

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in avionics and aircraft maintenance using multiple delivery methods
• Develop and revise curriculum, syllabi, instructional materials, and teaching methodologies
• Evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback
• Promote teaching and learning excellence using student success data and course evaluations
• Maintain office hours and support assessment activities
• Advise and mentor students on academic planning, career pathways, and industry certifications
• Support student recruitment and job placement efforts
• Participate in departmental initiatives, college committees, and community outreach
• Engage in professional development to maintain current technical knowledge
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum design

Student advising

Aviation maintenance

Technical knowledge

Communication

Industry partnerships

Education

Bachelor's degree in aircraft maintenance or related field

Associate degree + 2 years related work experience

Tools

FCC GROL

FAA Airframe certification

NCATT AET certificate

Job description

The Avionics Instructor teaches courses within the Aeronautical Studies Department and is responsible for curriculum development, student evaluation, and academic advising. This position prepares students for careers in aviation maintenance and avionics technology while promoting student success and workforce readiness.

Key responsibilities include:

• Teach courses in avionics and aircraft maintenance using traditional, hybrid, online, and other instructional delivery methods. Create and maintain an engaging learning environment that supports student learning and workforce readiness.
• Develop, review, and revise curriculum, courses, syllabi, instructional materials, and teaching methodologies to support student success and ensure alignment with industry standards and emerging technologies.
• Evaluate student performance, monitor student progress, and provide timely feedback regarding academic achievement and skill development.
• Promote teaching and learning excellence through the use of student success data, course evaluations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain office hours, submit required reports in a timely manner, and support departmental and institutional assessment activities.
• Advise and mentor students regarding academic planning, program requirements, career pathways, industry certifications, and employment opportunities. Support student recruitment and job placement efforts as appropriate.
• Participate in departmental initiatives, college committees, community outreach activities, and service opportunities that support the mission of the College.
• Engage in professional development activities, including conferences, networking, continuing education, and industry training, to maintain current technical knowledge and instructional effectiveness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

This position requires a bachelor's degree in aircraft maintenance or a related field; or an associate degree and two (2) years of related work experience. FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL) and FAA Airframe certification are required. Candidates must have the ability to teach courses within both the Avionics and Aircraft Maintenance programs.

Preference is given to applicants with at least two (2) years of teaching experience in post-secondary education and an NCATT AET certificate.

• Comprehensive knowledge of aircraft electrical systems, electronic communication and navigation systems, aircraft radar and pulsed systems, and electronic troubleshooting techniques.
• Knowledge of FCC rules and regulations related to aviation electronics.
• Experience working in avionics, aircraft maintenance, or related aviation industries.
• Experience teaching in higher education, technical education, workforce development, or related instructional environments.
• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and instructional methods.
• Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and industry partners