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

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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) 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.   

• Ex perience with   learning management   systems (e.g., D2L Brightspace, Canvas, Blackboard) .

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

• E xperience working with diverse student populations, including   first generation , adult learners, and multilingual students .

• E xperience 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.

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