Aircraft Mechanic Instructor

Aviation Institute of Maintenance • Charlotte, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) is hiring an Aircraft Maintenance Instructor to teach aviation maintenance at its Charlotte campus. The instructor delivers FAA Part 147-aligned curriculum and hands-on instruction to students preparing for careers as aircraft maintenance technicians and for A&P certification. Instruction takes place in classroom and active hangar environments. Prior teaching experience is not required; AIM provides a five-day paid instructor training program.

The role offers three schedule options: Monday–Thursday, 6:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; Monday–Thursday, 1:30 p.m.–11:30 p.m.; or Thursday–Friday, 2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m., and Saturday–Sunday, 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. The third option includes a $5.00-per-hour shift differential. Compensation is up to $33.65 per hour. The posting also offers a $2,500 sign-on bonus and a $2,500 relocation bonus for out-of-area hires moving to the Charlotte campus.

AIM describes itself as a nationwide aviation maintenance training institution established in 1969, with 15 campuses. Full-time employees are eligible for benefits including a 401(k) with company match, health, dental, and vision insurance available from the first day of employment, life insurance options, paid parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic Certificate.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft systems and aviation maintenance procedures.
• Interest in mentoring, coaching, and developing others.
• Ability to work in a structured, compliance-driven training environment.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Flexibility to support evening or weekend schedules as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in aviation or a related field.
• Prior teaching experience is not required; paid instructor training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Teach aircraft maintenance systems, procedures, and techniques in a hands-on environment.
• Deliver FAA-aligned curriculum to prepare students for A&P certification.
• Demonstrate practical skills used by A&P mechanics and aviation technicians.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student progress.
• Support curriculum updates and collaborate with program leadership.
• Help create a structured, engaging, and safety-focused learning environment.
• Maintain classroom and lab equipment, as well as training materials.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance available from the first day of employment
• Life insurance options
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• $2,500 sign-on bonus
• $2,500 relocation bonus for out-of-area hires moving to the Charlotte campus
• $5.00-per-hour shift differential for schedule option 3

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED