FAA-Certified Aviation Maintenance Instructor (Part-Time)

Oklahoma State Chamber; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Tulsa Tech is seeking a part-time Instructor in Aviation Maintenance to teach and oversee FAA-aligned curricula. The role requires a FAA Airframe & Power Plant license and at least 3 years of hands-on or teaching experience in Aviation Maintenance.

Expect classroom and shop supervision, inventory management, and student assessment. Training is paid at $20/hr, with a standard adjunct/temporary rate structure.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years within the last 5 years working or teaching in Aviation Maintenance.
• Must have FAA Airframe & Power Plant License.
• Ensure compliance with FAA approved curriculum and operations manual.
• Ensure safety requirements are met in classroom and shop/lab environment.
• Monitor student use of supplies, materials and equipment.
• Attend training at a training pay rate of $20/hr.
• Course up-to-date; maintain and repair equipment as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Effectively manage the classroom to create an optimal learning environment.
• Plan and organize instructional materials, inventories, tools and equipment; update lesson plans.
• Evaluate students to monitor progress toward competencies.
• Provide counseling to support program completion; collaborate with administration for interventions.
• Maintain up-to-date attendance and academic progress records; manage paperwork for operations.
• Develop industry contacts and participate in advisory committees to align curriculum with job market needs.
• Participate in campus projects and events as assigned; support CTSO activities and monitoring duties.
• Maintain professional development in educational methods and industry topics.

Skills

Aviation maintenance

Teaching/Training

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Tulsa Tech is seeking a part-time Instructor in Aviation Maintenance to teach and oversee FAA-aligned curricula. The role requires a FAA Airframe & Power Plant license and at least 3 years of hands-on or teaching experience in Aviation Maintenance.

Expect classroom and shop supervision, inventory management, and student assessment. Training is paid at $20/hr, with a standard adjunct/temporary rate structure.