Technical College Faculty - Aviation Maintenance Technician Instructor (Unlimited, Full-time)

Minneapolis

Full time

JR0000004603

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Working Title:

Technical College Faculty - Aviation Maintenance Technician Instructor (Unlimited, Full-time)

Institution:

Minneapolis Community and Technical College

Classification Title:

Tech College Faculty

Bargaining Unit / Union:

210: Minnesota State College Faculty

City:

Minneapolis

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$0.00 - $0.00

OPEN UNTIL FILLED WITH THE INITIAL PRIORITY REVIEW DEADLINE OF APRIL 27, 2026.

Job Description

Minneapolis College, a vibrant and inclusive two-year community college in Minnesota, is accepting applications for one (1) unlimited, full-time Aviation Maintenance Technician Instructor position in our Aircraft Maintenance Technician Department ( within the School of Trade Technologies ( starting 2026 Fall Semester. The instructor will teach students in the new evening cohorts that we will add to the Program in August 2026. This position follows a 9-month academic calendar, mid-August to mid-May. Additional work opportunities may be available in summer; such work would be optional and would result in additional compensation.

Program Features:

• Located in Delta Air Lines Building C at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport.

• Teaches Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe & Powerplant curriculum (14 CFR Part 147)

• Currently enrolls three cohorts of 25 students each (daytime classes) witha commitmentto add two cohorts of 25 students each (evening classes) starting inAugust2026.

• Prepares students to passtheFAA Airman Certificatewith “A” and “P” ratingswritten, oral, and practicalexaminations andobtain employment 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.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide quality teaching in assigned field of study to a very 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 in the Aircraft Maintenance A&P Technician Program ( , the Department’s administrators, academic advisors, and support staff, and all College personnel;

• Participate actively in the college community through Aircraft Maintenance Technician Department and School of Trade Technologies 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; and

• Participate in ongoing professional development activities and professional association memberships.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for the Minnesota State credential field of Aviation Maintenance ( :

• Education Requirement: diploma in aviation maintenance or FAA-approved on-the-job training.

• Occupational Experience Requirement: four full-time (or equivalent) years of verified related paid occupational experience in aviation maintenance.

• Recency Requirement: one year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.

• Professional Requirement: FAA Airframe and Power Plant License (FAA 147 requirement)

• Teaching and Learning Competency Requirement ( (to be completed within first three years of employment)

Preferred Qualifications

• 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 withlearning managementsystems (e.g., D2L Brightspace, Canvas, Blackboard) .

• Background in mentoring, coaching, or supervising aviation maintenance technicians or apprentices. 

• Experience working with diverse student populations, includingfirst generation, adult learners, and multilingual students .

• Experience integrating emerging technologies (e.g., digital maintenance systems, composites, avionics troubleshooting tools) into instruction. 

Other Requirements

• 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.

Work Shift

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

Telework

No

Benefits

Yes

Salary Range

$44,359 - $101,619 annually. Salary schedule placement is determined on the basis of education and experience and in accordance with the 2025 - 2027 Master Agreement between the Minnesota State Board of Trustees and the Minnesota State College Faculty.

Application Procedure:

• Interested individuals must apply online. Applications submitted by any other method cannot be considered. Please provide a cover letter, electronic resume, and any other documents as needed.

• All uploaded documents need to be under Resume/CV section. Attach names and contact information of at least four (4) references, two (2) managers and (2) two professionals, who can directly address your qualifications for this position. Please detail your experience in the areas of responsibility and describe how you meet the minimum qualifications on your application.

• Applicants must include transcripts to be considered and need to upload transcripts under Resume/CV Section. Copies of unofficial/official transcripts are acceptable for the screening process. The successful candidate will need to provide official transcripts at the time of hire.

About

Minneapolis College offers extraordinary educational opportunities to 10,000 students annually with 100 plus degree options. The College has strong ties to corporate and industry partners that support student scholarships, provide state-of-the-art training and equipment, and offer internship and employment opportunities to the College's graduates. Minneapolis College is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. The safety of all members of the Minneapolis College campus community is of vital concern. Resources including the current Annual Compliance and Security Report are available at the Minneapolis College Public Safety ( .

We are an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and encourage application from underrepresented groups. Recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon ( employer offering support for veteran and military students. A member of the Minnesota State colleges and universities system.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) ( website.

To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.

Desired Start Date:

08-19-2026

Position End Date:

Open Date:

04-13-2026

Close Date:

08-20-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Josh Kue

Posting Contact Email:

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