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Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey, United States
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Training Tomorrow's Technicians to Become Skilled, Employable, and Essential
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At Cotulla Education, home to the Aviation Institute of Maintenance, Centura College, Tidewater Tech, and American Lineman College, we are dedicated to transforming lives through hands-on, career-focused education. Our mission is to empower students to achieve their professional dreams in high-demand fields like aviation, healthcare, information technology, and skilled trades. With experienced faculty providing personalized support, our graduates emerge as future leaders ready to make a significant impact in their communities. Join us in shaping the careers of those who will build and maintain our world and embark on a transformative journey towards a fulfilling career.
$2,500 Sign-On Bonus
$2,500 relocation bonus for out-of-area hires moving to New Jersey Area.
Campus Location: 459 NJ-17, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604
Compensation: $40 per hour
Employment: Full Time
Veterans of military aviation: bring your experience to the classroom.
Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) is hiring Aircraft Maintenance Instructors at our Hasbrouck Heights campus to train the next generation of FAA-certified mechanics in our Part 147 program. Whether you spent your career on a flight line, in a hangar, or supporting heavy maintenance operations, you've built skills that are irreplaceable — and we provide a structured 5-day paid instructor training program to help you successfully transition into the classroom.
AIM has trained thousands of aviation maintenance technicians, including many transitioning service members. As an instructor here, you'll work alongside fellow veterans and former civilian mechanics, teaching students who often include current service members and recent veterans using their GI Bill benefits.
No teaching experience required. Our 5-day paid instructor training program is designed to help technical professionals — including those coming out of military aviation roles — successfully move into instructional work.
Why Veterans Make Exceptional Aviation Instructors
Military aviation maintenance demands precision, discipline, and the ability to teach others under pressure. Those are the same qualities that define the best A&P instructors. In this role, you'll:
About the Role
As an Aircraft Maintenance Instructor (A&P Mechanic Instructor), you'll deliver FAA Part 147-aligned aviation maintenance curriculum and provide hands-on instruction in classroom and active hangar environments. This role is well-suited to military-trained aviation maintainers with civilian A&P certification who want a stable, mission-oriented next chapter.
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What We Offer
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package that supports your personal and professional well-being. Full-time employees are eligible for:
We are committed to fostering a workplace that values integrity, growth, and student success.
Apply today to join the team at Aviation Institute of Maintenance and help train the next generation of A&P mechanics.
Cotulla Education is a proud equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes to the success of our company and are dedicated to fostering a culture of respect, equity, and inclusion.