Adjunct Faculty: Aviation Maintenance Technology

Job Description

Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The faculty member will conduct assignments and co-curricular college activities in a manner consistent with the college philosophy and purpose. The primary purpose of the faculty member is to teach. The faculty member is also responsible for professional development and service to the college.

Primary responsibility is to instruct, plan, organize, and operate within the Aims FAA approved Part 147 aircraft maintenance training school (AMTS). This includes supervising and maintaining a safe environment for students in maintenance labs, developing classroom aids, and maintaining lab equipment, tooling, and aircraft. Assist in the development and/or modification of curriculum to meet changing technology in the aviation industry and new courses and/or programs.

Assist the Aviation Maintenance Chief, Executive Director of Aviation Programs, or Academic Dean in monitoring and maintaining simulators, tooling, equipment, and aircraft.

Participate in student evaluations, advising, registration, recruiting, and retention activities. Participate in department, division, and college activities while complying with college policies, procedures, mandates, and FAA guidance.

Stay current in professional areas by participating in professional development activities. Maintain contact with the FAA and aviation industry as directed. Assist the Aviation Maintenance Chief and/or the Executive Director of Aviation Programs with evaluation and selection of textbooks and course materials. Support implementation of college and departmental missions and goals.

Work Hours:

Must be available to teach day and/or evening classes at the Aircraft Maintenance Training Center located in Loveland, Colorado.

• Instruct assignments which may include a variety of courses in aviation.
• Assist in program/curriculum evaluation, articulation, revision and development.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.
• Assist with evaluation and selection of textbooks and other resource materials.
• Instruct and maintain records in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 141.
• Design and update course syllabi and instructional materials to meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor and advise students on academic and career matters within the field of aviation.
• Serve on departmental and college committees to contribute to institutional governance and academic policies.
• Maintain proficiency and currency in the field through active involvement in professional organizations and attendance at conferences.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Executive Director or Academic Dean.

• AMT 1101: Current FAA Part 65 mechanic certificate with one or more appropriate ratings (Airframe and/or Powerplant) with a minimum of 1 year experience; OR one-year documented military occupational experience in aircraft maintenance; OR must have 3 or more years of general aviation experience to teach broad rules and requirements for all civilian aviation.
• AMT 1102: Current FAA Part 65 mechanic certificate with one or more appropriate ratings (Airframe and/or Powerplant) with a minimum of 1 year experience; OR one-year documented military occupational experience in aircraft maintenance; OR must have 3 or more years of general aviation experience to teach broad rules and requirements for all civilian aviation.
• AMT 1103: Current FAA Part 65 mechanic certificate with one or more appropriate ratings (Airframe and/or Powerplant) with a minimum of 1 year experience; OR one-year documented military occupational experience in aircraft maintenance; OR must have 3 or more years of general aviation experience to teach broad rules and requirements for all civilian aviation.
• AMT 1104: Current FAA Part 65 mechanic certificate with one or more appropriate ratings (Airframe and/or Powerplant) with a minimum of 1 year experience; OR one-year documented military occupational experience in aircraft maintenance; OR must have 3 or more years of general aviation experience to teach broad rules and requirements for all civilian aviation.
• AMT 1105: Current FAA Part 65 mechanic certificate with one or more appropriate ratings (Airframe and/or Powerplant) with a minimum of 1 year experience; OR one-year documented military occupational experience in aircraft maintenance; OR must have 3 or more years of general aviation experience to teach broad rules and requirements for all civilian aviation.
• AMT 1106: Current FAA Part 65 mechanic certificate with one or more appropriate ratings (Airframe and/or Powerplant) with a minimum of 1 year experience; OR one-year documented military occupational experience in aircraft maintenance; OR must have 3 or more years of general aviation experience to teach broad rules and requirements for all civilian aviation.
• AMT 2101: Current FAA Part 65 mechanic…