Instructor, Aviation Maintenance Technology (2 Full Time positions)

Portland Community College•Portland, OR

1d•$73,911 - $118,558•Onsite

About The Position

Portland Community College is seeking a passionate Aviation Maintenance Instructor to join their faculty. This role involves mentoring students to become FAA-certified technicians, helping them earn their Associate of Applied Science degree and master skills for Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) ratings. The position offers an academic year schedule with summers off, providing a better work-life balance than typical industry jobs. The instructor will teach general subjects, airframe structures, airframe systems, and powerplant systems, bridging the gap between theory and practical application.

Requirements

Current FAA Mechanic Certificate with both Airframe and Powerplant ratings AND Associate of Applied Science in Aviation Maintenance Technology or other related technical service field, AND a minimum of five (5) years’ experience with both the Airframe and Powerplant mechanic certificate ratings as indicated by 14 CFR Part 65.83
OR At least eight (8) years’ experience with both the Airframe and Powerplant mechanic certificate rating as indicated by 14 CFR Part 65.83 (could include a combination of experience as an A&P mechanic, A&P mechanic lead/supervisor, and/or mechanic training instructor)
OR A combination consisting of 2 years’ experience minimum with both Airframe and Powerplant mechanic certificate ratings, AND 5 years of military aircraft maintenance experience functioning in a similar capacity as a civilian certificated aircraft mechanic, AND Associate of Applied Science in Aviation Maintenance Technology or other related technical service field
Instructors shall have earned required academic credentials at a regionally accredited US institution or a foreign institution having the equivalent of regional accreditation.
Current knowledge of aviation maintenance technical skills, with recent aviation industry experience exercising the privileges of the Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
Experience teaching or training, and developing curriculum or learning materials, in an academic environment or workplace instructional role
Demonstrates or explains how one would develop curriculum and deliver instruction in response to differences in individual experiences
Demonstrated strong communication skills in both verbal and written formats
Demonstrated ability to work as an effective and contributing member of a team
Demonstrated proficiency using 21st century teaching technologies, including presentation and instructional software applications, and common courseware design programs

Nice To Haves

Inspection Authorization

Responsibilities

Teach a dynamic combination of General Subjects (Aircraft Hardware, Materials and Processes, Regulations, Ground handling and Servicing)
Teach Airframe Structures (sheet metal to composites, bolts, nuts, and rivets to rigging, balancing, and painting)
Teach Airframe Systems (Electricity, A/C & Pressurization, Hydraulics, Landing Gear, Communication, Navigation, and Auto flight)
Teach Powerplant Systems (Reciprocating and Turbine Engines, Ignition, Starting, Lubrication, Engine Air, and Exhaust systems)
Bridge the gap between textbook theory and hangar reality
Develop curriculum and deliver instruction in response to differences in individual experiences
Use industry perspective to increase workplace readiness for graduates

Benefits

Generous health, dental, and vision insurance
Robust retirement package through the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
PCC currently fully funds the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS/OPSRP) pension and contributes an additional 6% into the employee's Individual Account Program under PERS/OPSRP
Tax deferred annuity program and a deferred compensation program
Tuition waiver for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and dependent children under 24 years of age
Partial tuition reimbursement for full-time employees at other accredited institutions
Free access to the sport centers / campus gymnasiums, performing arts, and cultural events
Conference and events rental space - Employees receive 50% off when on-campus for personal events
1 day of sick leave for every 18 days worked (~10 days per year)
4 paid holidays (which occur during the terms you are teaching)
PCC Winter Break (when College is closed)
21 hours of personal leave per year
Group Life, Long-term Disability, Long-term Care, and Auto and Home Insurance programs