Aviationinstituteofmaintenance~15d ago

Lead Mechanic for Aviation Education

Norfolk, VA (AIM)lead

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Training Tomorrow's Technicians to Become Skilled, Employable and Essential. About Us - Big Changes, Better Benefits - Join us today! The Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) , established in 1969, is a premier institution dedicated to advancing the field of aviation maintenance…

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The Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM), established in 1969, is a premier institution dedicated to advancing the field of aviation maintenance through exceptional education and training. With 15 campuses nationwide, AIM is a cornerstone in the aviation industry, accounting for 20% of all students attending FAA-certified Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) schools across the country. Each year, AIM proudly contributes to the graduation of nearly one in four certified aircraft technicians in America.

At AIM, you'll become part of a dynamic team of educators and leaders, all united by a shared commitment to delivering top-notch training and ensuring student success. We are passionate about equipping the next generation of aircraft technicians with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the aviation industry. If you are eager to make a meaningful impact and help shape the future of aviation maintenance, AIM offers a rewarding environment where your contributions will truly matter.

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Oversee the Aviation Maintenance program, including daily operations, faculty/staff supervision, and teaching assignments.
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Partner with Campus and Home Office Education teams on curriculum, course materials, scheduling, and training aids.
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Manage faculty performance through hiring, evaluations, coaching, meetings, and mentoring.
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Provide instructional support by substituting in classes and offering tutoring to students.
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Advise and support students on academic, behavioral, and attendance issues; monitor “at risk” students and update records.
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Ensure compliance with Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Education accreditor, regulatory, and safety (OSHA) requirements.
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Oversee tools, equipment, and supply inventory to ensure resources are available and maintained for class projects.

Undergraduate or graduate degree preferred.

Must have a minimum of three (3) years related practical work experience in the aviation maintenance field.
Supervisory experience
Able to thrive in a fast-paced, performance-driven, compliance-oriented environment while staying detail-oriented, analytical, organized, and calm under pressure.
High level of integrity, strong work ethic, professionalism, and a customer-service mindset, with persuasive and effective verbal and written communication skills.
Highly motivated, goal-oriented problem-solver with strong interpersonal skills who can work both independently and as a collaborative team member.
Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams); CampusNexus experience a plus