Aviation Technology 9/10 Month Tenure Track Faculty (Fall 2026)

Tennessee Board of Regents•Friendsville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aviation Technology program is seeking a Tenure Track Faculty member to teach Associate of Applied Science-level Aviation Maintenance Technology (AVIT) classes and laboratories. The role involves creating instructional materials, promoting the program, participating in accreditation and certification activities, and advising students. The successful candidate will contribute to program assessment, refinement, and development, working closely with faculty, staff, and industry partners. This position requires a commitment to student success and the ability to build industry partnerships.

Requirements

An associate’s degree in aviation maintenance or a closely related field from a regionally accredited college/university, and professional experience sufficient to meet SACSCOC criteria. Faculty members may have other professional credentials that qualify them in lieu of academic credentials. Academic deans must submit documentation justifying alternative credentials for approval by the chief academic officer and the SACSCOC liaison.
Minimum of one year of relevant industrial experience and/or experience teaching a range of aviation-based classes.
FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certification is required.
Experience with 14 CFR part 147.
Experience with providing training in an industrial setting or teaching in an educational environment.
Experience developing aviation training courses and materials.
Experience developing aviation training courses in collaboration with the FAA and FAA representative.
Evidence of strong oral and written communication, computer and presentation skills.
A commitment to student success and ability to build partnerships in the industry.
Ability to communicate effectively is an essential skill for all academic personnel to perform competently. Proficiency in oral and written English is required.
Able to engage in the College’s mission and values.
Demonstrated professional experience/ expertise in the aviation maintenance field sufficient to teach General Fundamentals, Airframe, and Powerplant college-level courses in Aviation Technology.
Extensive knowledge of 14 CFR part 147.
Familiarity with professional standards, processes, equipment, and techniques in the aviation maintenance industry.
Knowledge of FAA regulations related to general aviation aircraft.
Knowledge of FAA-recognized procedures for instruction development.
MS Office Suite skills; videoconferencing software; digital records management systems; general operating systems and data information systems.
Proficient use of applicable industry and educational software and equipment.
Time-management skills; ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects.
Ability to communicate effectively and build positive working relationships with faculty, staff, and students.
Classroom and lab management skills are also critical skills for this position.

Nice To Haves

Professional registration
Extensive relevant teaching or industry experience

Responsibilities

Teach Aviation Technology classes (General, Airframe, and Power Plant).
Create instructional materials and laboratory experiences.
Teach courses at a variety of times in response to institutional needs.
Evaluate students’ progress toward achievement of stated student learning outcomes and inform them promptly of their progress.
Contribute to the management of labs and equipment.
Develop or update course syllabi for courses within the college guidelines and curriculum as necessary to remain current with the industry, specifically FAA requirements.
Review, evaluate, and recommend student learning materials.
Work with other faculty, staff, and local industries and organizations to continually refine and improve the Aviation Technology program.
Develop new course materials or courses as required to maintain program currency in emerging technologies in the field of Aviation Maintenance.
Complete assessment requirements relative to the program.
Advise students.
Serve on internal and external committees for the College and the community at large.
Work with the Workforce and Community Development department to develop workforce solutions.
Learn emerging technologies and processes (including different computer platforms and related hardware, software, and instructional aids) used in teaching AVIT classes.
Attend and/or present at local, regional, state, or national conferences as part of professional development activities.
Work with AMT Program Director, faculty, the AMT Advisory Committee, and local industries and organizations to continually refine and improve related curricula.
Help write grant proposals related to program goals and objectives.
Participate in grant activities for awarded grants.
Share responsibility for day-to-day operation and routine upkeep of classrooms, labs, and equipment.
Promote a safe working environment.
Assist in the promotion of the Aviation Technology program and recruitment of new students.
Other duties as assigned and agreed upon by faculty and immediate supervisor(s) in the development of personal, departmental, and divisional objectives.