Drone/UAS Flight Instructor & Aviation Operations Mentor

Everglades University; Florida; On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Everglades University in Florida seeks an adjunct instructor to lead drone/UAS instruction and manage classroom operations. You will ensure attendance, administer tests, and uphold university policies while delivering engaging, safety-focused aviation coursework.

The role requires deep FAA knowledge, hands-on drone flight experience, and the ability to mentor students in aviation and UAS disciplines. This campus-based position offers part-time engagement and collaboration with academic staff.

Qualifications

• Must have FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate (or higher).
• 2-4+ years of hands-on drone/UAS flight experience, including operations involving aircraft classified under 14 CFR§21.17(b).
• Master's Degree in Aviation Management.
• Demonstrated experience in drone/UAS maintenance, assembly, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Proven ability to conduct safe and effective drone flight operations in accordance with FAA regulations
• Experience with drone mission planning, flight data collection, and operational risk management.
• Achievement of all three levels of industry-recognized drone/UAS certifications or training programs preferred.
• Experience teaching, training, or mentoring students in aviation, aerospace, or UAS-related disciplines is preferred

Responsibilities

• Attend a weekly feedback meeting with assigned EU administrator (Dean of Academic Affairs, Academic Advisor, or Program Director) to review student and classroom issues
• Maintain accurate attendance (daily and weekly)
• Make phone calls to students who have been absent
• Review and administer pre- and post-testing in all appropriate courses
• Administer required surveys and assessments in all appropriate courses
• Notify registrar of changes in roster
• Prevent 'do not admit' students from entering class until cleared
• Maintain an accurate and fair grading scheme for each student
• Adhere to all University policies, rules, and regulations
• Maintain formal, neat, legible, accurate, and organized course syllabi
• Update attendance daily and grades weekly; ensure any physical student records of attendance and grades remain on campus in the designated area
• Conduct class according to scheduled times
• Prevent excessive breaks
• Avoid dismissing classes early
• Arrive at the University 20 minutes before the start of class fully prepared for each session
• Be available to students 15 minutes prior to the beginning of class session for questions and advising
• Submit grades no later than Monday 5pm EST following the end of each term
• Ensure that students adhere to University Policy
• Attend, if possible, graduation ceremonies
• Maintain classrooms in a clean and orderly manner
• Motivate, encourage, and assist students with academic issues and class attendance
• Maintain current and accurate information related to the subjects taught
• Complete annual professional development plans
• Tutor students as necessary
• Abide by all State, Federal, and/or University laws and rules pertaining to safety, health, and conduct

Skills

Drone/UAS flight experience

Teaching / mentoring

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

Master's Degree in Aviation Management

FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate (or higher)

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

Tools

Drone mission planning software

Drone data analysis tools

Job description

Everglades University in Florida seeks an adjunct instructor to lead drone/UAS instruction and manage classroom operations. You will ensure attendance, administer tests, and uphold university policies while delivering engaging, safety-focused aviation coursework.

The role requires deep FAA knowledge, hands-on drone flight experience, and the ability to mentor students in aviation and UAS disciplines. This campus-based position offers part-time engagement and collaboration with academic staff.