Instructor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• FAA mechanic certification with both Airframe and Powerplant ratings.
• Experience in the aviation maintenance field or equivalent experience in a commercial, mission, or military environment.
• Proficiency in understanding 14 CFR Part 147 requirements related to practical projects in an FAA-approved Aviation Maintenance Technician School.
• Proficiency in aircraft technology, maintenance, and operations.
• Ability to understand and follow procedures in aircraft maintenance documentation and manuals.
• Ability to perform arithmetic calculations related to aircraft maintenance.
• Ability to make accurate safety-related judgments based on visual inspections and equipment performance checks.
• Ability to analyze symptoms of improper aircraft-system operation and follow troubleshooting procedures to determine the cause.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally, and to understand, speak, and write English professionally.
• Professional public communication skills and strong organizational skills.
• Strong computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to reason, analyze information and events, apply judgment, and solve routine and complex problems.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment while exercising sound judgment.
• Ability to sit for extended periods; hear and speak effectively; stand, walk, and climb stairs; handle materials; reach overhead; kneel or stoop; regularly lift 20 pounds or less; and crawl under, over, and around engines and cockpits.
• Ability to use all types of hand and power tools.
• Occasional ability to travel to local and campus locations.
• Conduct oneself in accordance with the Liberty University Mission Statement and School of Aeronautics Mission/Vision statement; maintain professional grooming, a positive attitude, and respect for others.
• Be present and available to students and staff who have questions during normal business hours.

Nice To Haves

• Four-year college degree.

Responsibilities

• Teach classroom, laboratory, and shop instruction in the FAA-approved 14 CFR Part 147 Airframe and Powerplant certification course.
• Lead and supervise students completing hands-on, lesson-associated lab projects through demonstration and oversight.
• Evaluate and grade student performance in assigned subject areas.
• Provide the director with information and feedback on student progress, including grading and record keeping.
• Prepare certification-course lessons and associated training aids and equipment for demonstrations and student use.
• Research and order materials for training aids, equipment, and lesson-associated lab projects.
• Advise and recommend to the director purchases and procurement of equipment, materials, and training supplies.
• Teach or assist with instruction in approved General, Airframe, and Powerplant subject areas.
• Supervise assigned lab technicians in the subject area.
• Assist in training new staff and faculty in using and operating training aids and equipment.
• Track and document FAA-required attendance and make-up time and materials, and complete associated forms.
• Perform other duties assigned by the director.
• Keep the direct supervisor informed about all aspects of the job and provide quality customer service to students, staff, and external customers.

Benefits

• The position may be eligible for health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.