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

## Technical College Faculty - Aviation Maintenance Technician Instructor (Unlimited, Full-time)Applylocations: Minneapolistime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 7 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: August 20, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: JR0000004603## ****All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).******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. 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) with a commitment to add two cohorts of 25 students each (evening classes) starting in August 2026.* Prepares students to pass the FAA Airman Certificate with “A” and “P” ratings written, oral, and practical examinations and obtain 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 with learning management systems (e.g., D2L Brightspace, Canvas, 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 (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 - $74,049 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 have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.**Desired Start Date:**08-19-2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr