Technical College Faculty - Aviation Maintenance Technician Instructor; Unlimited

Overview

Minneapolis College, a vibrant and inclusive two-year community college in Minnesota, is hiring a full-time Technical College Faculty – Aviation Maintenance Technician Instructor for the 2026 Fall Semester. The instructor will teach the FAA Airframe & Powerplant (14 CFR Part 147) curriculum to evening cohorts added in August 2026. The position is located in Delta Air Lines Building C at Minneapolis‑Saint Paul International Airport.

• Located in Delta Air Lines Building C at Minneapolis‑Saint Paul International Airport.
• Teaches the FAA Airframe & Powerplant curriculum (14 CFR Part 147).
• Current enrollment of three daytime cohorts of 25 students; adds two evening cohorts of 25 students in August 2026.
• Prepares students to pass the FAA Airman Certificate with “A” and “P” ratings written, oral, and practical examinations.
• Employment for graduates as aviation maintenance technicians.
• One of 49 Delta Air Lines “preferred” aviation maintenance technician schools with access to and support from one of the nation’s largest airlines.

• Provide quality teaching in assigned field of study to a diverse student population.
• Develop and revise instructional materials.
• Assess student outcomes at the course, department, and college levels.
• Maintain labs, instructional equipment, and tools in a safe, clean, organized, and professional manner.
• Establish, cultivate, and maintain collegial and cooperative work relationships with instructors, administrators, academic advisors, support staff, and all college personnel.
• Participate actively in the college community through department and school meetings and college‑wide committee work.
• Utilize campus technology to stay current in the aviation maintenance technician occupation and connect to faculty, staff, and students.
• Participate in ongoing professional development activities and professional association memberships.

• Diploma in aviation maintenance or FAA‑approved on‑the‑job training.
• Four full‑time (or equivalent) years of verified related paid occupational experience in aviation maintenance.
• One year of this work experience within the five years immediately preceding the date of application.
• FAA Airframe and Power Plant License (FAA 147 requirement).

• Bachelor’s degree in aviation maintenance, aviation management, education, or a related field.
• FAA Inspection Authorization (IA).
• Experience teaching in FAA Part 147 programs or other formal aviation maintenance technician training environments.
• Experience with learning management systems such as D2L Brightspace, Canvas, or Blackboard.
• Background in mentoring, coaching, or supervising aviation maintenance technicians or apprentices.
• Experience working with diverse student populations, including first generation, adult learners, and multilingual students.
• Experience integrating emerging technologies, such as digital maintenance systems, composites, and avionics troubleshooting tools, into instruction.

• Ability to pass a background check and be issued a contractor’s T.O.C. security badge by Delta Air Lines for facility access.
• Current and former employees must be in good standing with Minneapolis College to be considered for the position.

Monday to Thursday 3:00p.m. to 9:45p.m.; schedule varies for Friday.

Salary range $44,359–$74,049 annually. Benefits include paid holidays, vacation, sick time, Paid Parental Leave, medical and dental insurance, pension plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans, short- and long-term disability, professional development support, and tuition waiver for employees and their dependents.

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Applications are encouraged from underrepresented groups.