Part Time/Adjunct Continuing Education Airframe & Powerplant Instructor

Savannah Technical College is seeking part-time instructors with experience in the field of Aircraft Structural Technology, to include Airframe and Powerplant.  This person will be responsible for teaching courses in the Continuing Education program, which may include basic aircraft blueprint reading, safety, flat pattern layout, quality standards, fastener location in accordance with specifications, hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and avionics.  Adjunct Instructors work under general to limited supervision, reporting to the Manager of Business and Industry Services.  Courses are presented in varying formats, lasting from 8 days to several weeks.  Applications are being accepted on a continuous basis to establish an instructor pool; applications received will remain active for one year. 

Responsibilities

• Prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction in all aspects of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) General, Airframe and Powerplant categories.
• Develops course syllabi, goals, and objectives.
• Instructs students, evaluates and records student progress in attaining goals and objectives.
• Maintains appropriate student records on each student.
• Completes administrative reports and other required documentation as necessary.
• Ensures safety requirements are met in the classroom and laboratory environments.
• Monitors student use of supplies, materials, and equipment. 
• Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the Aviation field.
• Follows all policies and procedures of Savannah Technical College.

Education and Occupational Experiences:

• Completion of a Diploma program in Aircraft Structural Technology or related field at an accredited college or university; Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Must possess Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Mechanic’s Certificate with Airframe & Powerplant Ratings.
• Must have two (2) years of hands on experience in aircraft structural assembly, aviation maintenance, and/or avionics within the past seven (7) years. (Additional consideration will be given to candidates with more diverse aircraft experience.)
• Teaching experience at a postsecondary institution and/or corporate environment is strongly preferred.
• Must demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills, and computer skills.

Note: Only on-campus opportunities exist at this time. 

Physical Demands

Teaching responsibilities are typically performed in a classroom/lab environment with the employee intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling for three (3) – four (4) continuous hours at a time.  The employee frequently lifts lightweight objects up to 50LBS.  The work is performed in campus buildings and outdoors where the employee is occasionally exposed to cold or inclement weather. The exposure to dirt, dust, grease, machinery with moving parts, chemicals, and fumes is possible in the laboratory environment.  The ability to distinguish colors is required for purposes of electrical wiring.

Salary/Benefits

Salary is commensurate with education and work experience. 

Application Deadline

Position considered open until filled.  Candidates must pass a criminal background check.  Applicants must submit an electronic application through , and attach cover letter and resume (incomplete submissions will not be considered).  Please include your annual salary for each position held.

POSITION CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING AND ALLOCATION OF POSITION.

Note: No phone inquiries please.  Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to personally contact each applicant.  If we are interested in scheduling an interview, a representative from our college will contact you.

All male applicants between the ages of 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration.  Savannah Technical College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).   For compliance activities, contact Melissa Banks, Title IX and Equity Coordinator, Room A110 or (912) 443-3388, .  Send written correspondence to Savannah Technical College, Attn:  Melissa Banks, 5717 White Bluff Road, Savannah, GA 31405.  STC is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree.  Candidates may be required to submit a valid Driver’s License, proof of insurability, and/or a driver’s history report for positions involving state travel.