Adjunct Faculty: Aviation Maintenance Technology

Aviation Maintenance Instructor

Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College embraces and seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position.

The faculty member will conduct their assignments and co-curricular college activities in a manner consistent with the philosophy and purpose of Aims Community College as stated in the school catalog. 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 and building 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, as well as new courses and/or programs. Assist the Aviation Maintenance Chief, Executive Director of Aviation Programs, or Academic Dean as necessary with monitoring and maintaining simulators, tooling, equipment, and aircraft.

Participate in student evaluations, advising, registration, and recruiting and retention activities. Must 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 by the Aviation Maintenance Chief and/or the Executive Director of Aviation Programs.

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. Perform other duties as assigned by the Aviation Maintenance Chief, Executive Director of Aviation Programs, and/or Academic Dean.

Work Hours:

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

Job Duties:

• Instruct assignments which may include a variety of courses in aviation.
• Assist in program/curriculum evaluation, articulation, revision and development.
• Participate in on-going 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 attending conferences.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Executive Director or Academic Dean.

Minimum Qualifications:

• AMT courses are CTE courses. Faculty must have an Aims CTE Credential to teach these courses. The following are the minimum requirements to teach all AMT courses.
• 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, as well as foundational knowledge in aircraft drawing and blueprint reading, safety and human factors IAW 14 CFR Part 147 Airman Certification Standards.
• 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, as well as foundational knowledge in precision measuring tools and the use of hand tools, safety and human factors IAW 14 CFR Part 147 Airman Certification Standards.
• 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, as well as foundational knowledge in aircraft materials, mechanical processes, hardware, mechanical torque, welding and welding inspections,…