Aircraft Maintenance Technician Instructor

Job overview

The Aircraft Maintenance Technician Instructor role is in person in Lakeland, FL. The annual salary is $70,000, with a $3,000 sign-on bonus. A&P Mechanic Institute is an aircraft maintenance training school focused on preparing students for aviation maintenance careers. The instructor teaches aircraft maintenance theory and practical skills, supports student progress, and maintains academic and attendance records. The role contributes to student success and program quality by aligning instruction and curriculum with industry standards and FAA requirements.

What you'll do

• Teach scheduled aircraft maintenance classes
• create an inclusive classroom environment that supports engagement and learning
• assist the Director with curriculum development, course materials, and class scheduling
• maintain a safe, organized classroom and laboratory and properly maintained tools and equipment
• maintain student academic and attendance records and submit required documentation
• monitor attendance and notify the Director of issues
• support student retention
• assist with equipment and supply inventory.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

aircraft maintenance technician instructor

aircraft maintenance

faa airframe and powerplant certificate

a&p

aviation training

student instruction

lakeland fl

a&p mechanic institute

full-time

monday–friday

no weekends

$70,000 per year

$3,000 sign-on bonus

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• $3,000 sign-on bonus
• 401(k)
• health, dental, and vision insurance
• employee discount
• life insurance
• paid time off
• retirement plan.

Why this role

Requires an FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate and at least three years of hands-on aircraft maintenance experience. Applicants are considered for Monday–Friday, 7:15 a.m.–3:00 p.m. or 5:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m.; the posting states no weekends.

About the employer

A&P Mechanic Institute (APMI) is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Technical and Trade Schools. Sector: 61.