Instructional Specialist Aviation Maintenance

New River Community and Technical College; Ghent (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational institution in Ghent, West Virginia, is seeking an Instructional Specialist in Aviation Maintenance. The position requires FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certification and substantial experience in aviation maintenance. The instructor will conduct lectures, manage shop assignments, and support educational goals. Strong planning, communication, and technical skills are essential. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the development of future aviation professionals.

Qualifications

• 10 years of verifiable Aviation Maintenance Field Experience required.
• 3 years must meet FAA standards, part 147 standards.
• 1 year experience with remote classroom technology such as Zoom preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct classroom lectures using approved lesson plans.
• Ensure students complete shop/laboratory assignments.
• Manage shop projects and maintain equipment.

Skills

Planning and Execution skills

Effective Communication

Cooperative work environment

Proficiency in MS Office and Google products

Self-Directed

Education

Associate's degree in relevant field

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Summary

The position of Instructional Specialist-Aviation Maintenance serves as a faculty member for the FAA Aviation Maintenance Technology program. To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the FAA certification requirements.

Nature of Work

Specific areas of accountability:

• Conduct classroom lectures using approved lesson plans.
• Ensure students successfully complete shop/laboratory assignments.
• Manage all required shop projects and maintain shop inventory and condition of training equipment and supplies.
• Submit accurate grade and attendance information within established time periods.
• Maintain and complete on-the-job and formalized training programs to enhance job performance.
• Engage with institutional colleagues related to committee and faculty development.
• Participate in all mandatory institutional meetings and graduations.
• Adheres to and comply with all relevant federal, state, and local laws.
• Abides by all purchasing rules and provisions and reports/balances account as required or directed.
• Adheres to all institutional policies and guidelines, including the provisions of the faculty and employee handbooks.
• Adhere to and comply with the relevant provisions of the WV State Ethics Acts.
• Adheres to all safety rules and provisions; reports any personal accidents/injuries or accidents/injuries of assigned staff to HR by end of the workday or work shift, and completes all required performance evaluations timely, completely, and accurately.
• Adheres to all FAA PART 147 regulations.
• Effective classroom management and ability to facilitate discussions with diverse individuals and groups of varying sizes.
• Support the Program Director responsibilities as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Professional Development

• Compliance training is to be completed routinely and within timelines.
• Participate in additional professional development opportunities through professional organization affiliations.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills/Abilities

• Strong Planning and Execution skills to include ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and schedule business engagement activities to meet department goals and deadlines.
• Effective Communication skills to include Active listening skills leading to appropriate sales techniques and oral and written correspondence and presentations.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment and maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency using computers and related multiple software applications, including MS Office and Google products.
• Self-Directed, ability to work independently while following directives from college leadership.

Education

Associate's degree - Relevant field of study - Required. Bachelor's degree - Preferred.

Experience

10 years' experience - Verifiable Aviation Maintenance Field Experience; 3 years of experience must meet the FAA standards; part 147 standards. - Required. 1 year - Classroom facilitation: experience with remote classroom technology such as Zoom. - Preferred.

License or Certification

FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certification - Required. Valid Driver's License - Required.

Expectations

Employees are expected to adhere to the Mission, Values and Vision of the College. Each employee's position has attributes that contribute to the achievement of these goals.

Mission

New River Community and Technical College provides accessible, affordable, quality education and workforce programs to meet the needs of the region it serves.

Values

Shared values guide New River Community and Technical College in fulfilling its mission. These values influence thoughts, guide decisions, mold policies, and determine courses of action. Our employees are expected to support and enact these values in our daily work.

RESPECT

• Recognize and celebrate the unique contributions and perspectives of all individuals.
• Involve a diverse range of voices and perspectives in decision-making.
• Ensure everyone feels they are an integral part of the College.

HONESTY

• Communicate openly and truthfully.
• Take responsibility for one's actions.
• Provide accurate and transparent reporting of data.
• Make decisions based on ethical principles.

EDUCATION

• Encourage and support a culture of continuous learning.
• Facilitate the sharing of information.
• Offer access to a diverse range of educational resources.
• Encourage curiosity.
• Regularly assess educational programs and supporting services.
• Cultivate a workforce of knowledgeable, competent, and skilled leaders.

COMMUNITY

• Actively engage with the local community.
• Partner with local businesses, organizations, and non‑profits.
• Meet the educational needs and interests of the local community.
• Encourage and facilitate civic engagement among students, staff, faculty, and administration.

VISION

New River Community and Technical College will improve students' lives and will enrich communities as an increasingly integral part of the educational and economic landscape of southern West Virginia.

Disclaimer

This description does not state or imply that the duties listed are the only duties to be performed by the position incumbent. Justification for information provided in the job description may be requested. Employees are required to follow job‑related instructions and perform other job‑related activities assigned by their supervisor.

All requirements are subject to possible modification in order to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, students, other employees, or the public.