Full-time Aviation Maintenance Instructor

Full-time Aviation Maintenance Instructor

Salary

$58,100.00 Annually

Location

Council Bluffs, IA

Job Type

Regular, Full-Time

Division

Academic Affairs

Department

Aviation Maint Technology

Opening Date

06/15/2026

Closing Date

7/30/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits

Description

This position provides hands-on aviation maintenance training in Iowa Westerns FAA Part 147 Aviation Maintenance Technology program, preparing students for careers as Aviation Maintenance Technicians. Instruction includes aircraft structures, powerplants, airframe systems, electrical systems, hydraulics, aviation regulations, inspection procedures, and aircraft maintenance safety practices. Students gain practical experience diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and inspecting aircraft while developing the technical and professional skills needed to succeed in the aviation industry.

This position is ideal for:

• FAA-certified Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) mechanics looking to transition into teaching
• Aviation maintenance technicians with commercial, corporate, military, or general aviation experience
• Maintenance supervisors, lead technicians, and inspection personnel interested in developing the next generation of aviation professionals
• Aviation professionals who enjoy mentoring students and sharing their industry expertise

This position is best suited for candidates with hands-on aviation maintenance experience and may not be ideal for those with:

• Aviation management-only experience without maintenance responsibilities
• Engineering-only backgrounds with limited aircraft maintenance experience
• Purely academic aviation backgrounds without recent industry experience

Job Duties

• Duties include but are not limited to:
• Teaching classroom, laboratory, and hands-on aviation maintenance courses
• Demonstrating safe and proper use of aviation tools, equipment, and maintenance procedures
• Instructing students in FAA regulations, aircraft systems, inspections, troubleshooting, and repair techniques
• Preparing students for FAA Airframe and Powerplant certification examinations
• Maintaining FAA Part 147 program compliance and required documentation

Qualifications

• Required-FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
• 6,000 hours of recent, documented aviation maintenance experience OR possess a combination of an associate degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology and at least 3,000 hours of recent, documented aviation maintenance experience
• Ability to pass a background check, possess a valid U.S. drivers license, and maintain a good driving record
• Recent hands-on experience in aircraft maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations

Physical Demands

• The employee frequently is required to sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, telephone and basic office equipment
• Ability to lift up to 30lbs
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear
• Ability to drive company owned or personal vehicle.

Cognitive Requirements: (as presently performed to accomplish essential functions)

• Reading, Writing, Calculating
• Social Interaction Skills
• Reasoning/Analysis
• Works with Minimal Supervision

Comprehensive benefits package, including employer paid medical, dental, life; HSA with a match, IPERS pension plan with over 9% employer match, free access to our new wellness facility, employee concierge services, and many other voluntary benefits to choose from. Click here to learn more!

Employer Iowa Western Community College (IA)

Address 2700 College Rd

Council Bluffs, Iowa, 51503

Website https://www.iwcc.edu/