Lecturer, Aviation Maintenance

Southern Utah University in Cedar City, Utah, is seeking applications for one or two non-tenure track Lecturers of Aviation Maintenance.

The individual(s) in this/these position(s) will teach aviation maintenance courses related to the Aviation Maintenance Technician A.A.S. degree. The renewable appointment is contingent upon funding and is anticipated as a long-term position. The anticipated start date is July 1st, 2026.

First consideration of applications will begin February 2nd, 2026.

* Teaching assignments will include a variety of undergraduate courses concentrated toward the area of aviation maintenance technician. This position will have a normal teaching load of 15 credit hours per semester (30 credits for the academic year).

* Courses are taught in classrooms on the SUU campuses in Cedar City, Utah during the day and evening, and possibly online. Other essential duties include, but are not limited to:

* Student advisement.

* Curriculum development and review.

* Committee participation.

* Service within the department, college, and institution.

* Appropriate scholarly and professional activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education, or a bachelor's degree in an aviation related field with evidence that a masters degree will be completed within 18 months of being hired.

* Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Aircraft Maintenance Technician certificate with Powerplant ratings.

* At least 3 years of experience in the aviation industry or aviation academia.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience teaching aviation related courses at a collegiate or comparable level, within industry, or within governmental educational settings.

* Significant experience as an aircraft mechanic

* Comprehensive basic electrical experience.

* Holding other FAA certificates may also be an advantage.

Documents needed to apply:

* Relevant FAA Licenses and Certifications.

* Names and contact information for 3 professional references.

Position is contingent on funding.

This position works 9 months of the year, paid over 12 months of the year.

Due to recent changes in H1B visa fees, Southern Utah University is no longer able to sponsor international faculty and staff that require an H1B visa and are currently living outside of the United States.