Aircraft Maintenance Instructor - Hasbrouck Heights, NJ

Job description

**Training Tomorrow's Technicians****to Become Skilled, Employable, and Essential** **ABOUT US****- Big Changes, Better Benefits - Join us today!** At Cotulla Education, home to the Aviation Institute of Maintenance, Centura College, Tidewater Tech, and American Lineman College, we are dedicated to transforming lives through hands-on, career-focused education. Our mission is to empower students to achieve their professional dreams in high-demand fields like aviation, healthcare, information technology, and skilled trades. With experienced faculty providing personalized support, our graduates emerge as future leaders ready to make a significant impact in their communities. Join us in shaping the careers of those who will build and maintain our world and embark on a transformative journey towards a fulfilling career. **$2,500 Sign-On Bonus** **$2,500 relocation bonus for out-of-area hires moving to New Jersey Area.** **Campus Location: 459 NJ-17, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604** **Compensation: $40 per hour** **Employment: Full Time** **Veterans of military aviation: bring your experience to the classroom.** Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) is hiring Aircraft Maintenance Instructors at our Hasbrouck Heights campus to train the next generation of FAA-certified mechanics in our Part 147 program. Whether you spent your career on a flight line, in a hangar, or supporting heavy maintenance operations, you've built skills that are irreplaceable — and we provide a structured **5-day paid instructor training program** to help you successfully transition into the classroom. AIM has trained thousands of aviation maintenance technicians, including many transitioning service members. As an instructor here, you'll work alongside fellow veterans and former civilian mechanics, teaching students who often include current service members and recent veterans using their GI Bill benefits. No teaching experience required. Our 5-day paid instructor training program is designed to help technical professionals — including those coming out of military aviation roles — successfully move into instructional work. **Why Veterans Make Exceptional Aviation Instructors** Military aviation maintenance demands precision, discipline, and the ability to teach others under pressure. Those are the same qualities that define the best A&P instructors. In this role, you'll: - Translate hands-on aircraft maintenance experience — military or civilian — into classroom instruction - Mentor students preparing for careers as Aviation Maintenance Technicians (AMTs) - Work in a structured, mission-driven environment with clear standards and expectations - Continue building expertise while shaping the next generation of FAA-certified mechanics **About the Role** As an Aircraft Maintenance Instructor (A&P Mechanic Instructor), you'll deliver FAA Part 147-aligned aviation maintenance curriculum and provide hands-on instruction in classroom and active hangar environments. This role is well-suited to military-trained aviation maintainers with civilian A&P certification who want a stable, mission-oriented next chapter. **Schedule Options** - Option 1: Day shift: Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 3:30 pm EST - Option 2: Evening shift: Monday - Thursday 3:30 pm - 11:30 pm EST & Friday ~ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm EST - Option 3: Weekend shift: Thursday - Sunday: 7:30 am - 5:30 pm EST **Key Responsibilities** - Teach aircraft maintenance systems, procedures, and techniques in a hands-on environment - Deliver FAA-aligned curriculum to prepare students for A&P certification - Demonstrate practical skills used by A&P mechanics and aviation technicians - Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student progress - Support curriculum updates and collaborate with program leadership - Help create a structured, engaging, and safety-focused learning environment - Maintain classroom, lab equipment, and training materials **Qualifications** **Education** - High School Diploma or GED required - Associate degree in aviation or related field preferred **Experience** - Minimum 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience - Background as an A&P Mechanic, Aircraft Mechanic, or Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) **Licensure** - FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic Certificate required **Skills** - Strong knowledge of aircraft systems and aviation maintenance procedures - Interest in mentoring, coaching, and developing others - Ability to work in a structured, compliance-driven training environment - Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint) - Flexibility to support evening or weekend schedules as needed **What We Offer** We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package that supports your personal and professional well-being. Full-time employees are eligible for: - 401(k) with company match - Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance available first day of employment - Life insurance options