Lecturer in Aviation; Air Traffic Control

Position Title Lecturer in Aviation (Air Traffic Control)

Job Posting Number

Job Posting Number 2027057

APF

Job Location

Job Location San Marcos

College/Division

College/Division College of Applied Arts

Department/School

Department/School College of Applied Arts

Position Description

We are seeking experienced Air Traffic Control professionals to join our faculty team and help prepare the next generation of aviation professionals. A full-time faculty member with in-depth aviation experience, expertise, and knowledge, specifically in the Tower and/or En Route specialties of Air Traffic Control, for the new College of Applied Arts (CoAA) Center for Aviation Excellence ( CAE ). Candidates may qualify in either the Tower or the En Route specialty area;

expertise in both is not required. The faculty member will be integral in providing instruction for specific courses in the new Air Traffic Control concentration ( BAAS in Aviation Science degree) scheduled to begin Fall 2027. Faculty members are responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, mentoring students, supporting simulation and laboratory activities, and contributing to program development in a collaborative academic environment.

Additional responsibilities of the faculty will include collaboration with local airports and flight partners to ensure academic success for all students completing the Air Traffic Control degree. The faculty member will report to the Director of the CoAA CAE and the Dean of the College of Applied Arts. We welcome applicants with operational expertise, instructional experience and a passion for aviation education.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• A minimum of three (3) years of fully credentialed experience as one of the following:
  • FAA Certified Air Traffic Control Specialist ( ATCS ).
  • Military controller with FAA credentials.
  • International Civil Aviation Organization ( ICAO ) air traffic controller.
  • Control Tower Operator ( CTO ) controller.
• A minimum of two (2) years of Certified Professional Controller ( CPC ), or equivalent, in the Tower or En Route specialty.

Preferred Qualifications

• On-the-job training instructor ( OJTI ) experience.

Type of Position

Type of Position Full-Time

Proposed Start Date

Proposed Start Date 01/15/2027

Posting Date

Posting Date 10/26/2026

Review Date

Review Date 11/16/2026

Close Date

Close Date 11/15/2026

Open Until Filled? No

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