Faculty Specialist I / Faculty Specialist II - Lecturer - Tenure Track

Western Michigan University Portal; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Michigan University, College of Aviation in Battle Creek, MI, invites applications for a tenure-track Faculty Specialist I/II (Lecturer) to join the program. The role emphasizes bringing professional maintenance experience into the classroom and lab to enrich student learning and program activities.

The successful candidate will teach aviation maintenance topics, develop curriculum, advise students, and participate in service with industry and academic partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited institution.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certification.
• Significant related work experience in Aviation Maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to 15 credits per semester with a total not exceeding 30 credits per academic year.
• Engage in curriculum development as part of workload.
• Perform normal workload administrative tasks and bargaining unit duties.
• Provide service on college committees, professional societies, and community organizations.
• Advise students, offer orientation, and provide individual mentoring.

Skills

Aviation maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related area

Tools

FAA A&P certificate

Job description

Faculty Specialist I / Faculty Specialist II - Lecturer - Tenure Track

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

• For the submission of "other" documents, please provide copies of a valid A&P certificate as well as any other FAA certificates.

Posting Summary

College

College College Of Aviation

Executive Area

Executive Area Provost & VP Academic Affairs

Department

Department College of Aviation

Posting Number

Posting Number F310P

Job Type

Pay Type

Pay Grade

Pay Grade FS1/FS2

Campus Location

Campus Location WMU-Battle Creek - College of Aviation

Salary Range

Salary Range Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

General Summary

The College of Aviation at Western Michigan University invites applications for an academic year, tenure-track faculty position in the technical operations program. The College offers three distinct academic programs, providing faculty members the opportunity to teach within a specialized area of expertise or across multiple disciplines. Applicants will join a supportive and collegial environment that values collaboration among students, faculty, and staff. This position represents an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a dynamic academic community and to bring professional maintenance experience into the classroom and lab to enhance student learning.

Major Duties

• Teach up to 15 credits in the fall and spring for a total of no more than 30 credits of regularly scheduled courses or their equivalent over an academic year.
• Fulfill curriculum development as part of normal workload.
• Carry out any administrative tasks assigned as part of normal workload.
• Fulfill bargaining unit workload requirements with equivalent administrative work.
• Serve as a resource for the college by participating in service work related to various committees, professional societies, and community organizations.
• Be available to assist students with course advising, orientation, and individual mentoring.
• Encourage and support student involvement in student organizations and internships.
• Maintain the diverse curricula by maintaining appropriate qualifications, proficiencies, and certificates to comply with federal and accreditation requirements.
• Maintaining relevant relationships with the aviation industry and community.
• Developing and refining program activities and laboratory equipment.
• Other duties assigned by the Chair.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited institution.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certification.
• Significant related work experience in Aviation Maintenance.

Desired Qualifications

• Earned graduate-level degree or doctorate from an accredited institution.
• Collegiate teaching experience.
• FAA flight, dispatcher, AGI , IGI and/or inspection.

Special Instructions to Applicants

• For the submission of “other” documents, please provide copies of a valid A&P certificate as well as any other FAA certificates.

Additional Position Information

• WMU’s College of Aviation has a storied 85-year history. With three distinct programs in flight, maintenance, and management, the College attracts students and faculty from all over the world. As a world-renowned program with one of the most modern fleets in collegiate aviation, WMU seeks to expand its students’ aviation opportunities. The College of Aviation offers its employees generous educational benefits, opportunities to train the next generation of aviators, and an excellent quality of life.
• Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, go to: https://wmich.edu/hr/enrollment-faculty

Documents Needed To Apply

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of References
• Other

Optional Documents

• Optional Documents

WMU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and all other qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

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