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Avionics Instructor #2707

Employer
Trident Technical College
Location
Charleston County, SC, SC
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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Community College
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Job Responsibilities

The Avionics Instructor teaches courses within the Aeronautical Studies Department and is responsible for curriculum development, student evaluation, and academic advising. This position prepares students for careers in aviation maintenance and avionics technology while promoting student success and workforce readiness.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Teach courses in avionics and aircraft maintenance using traditional, hybrid, online, and other instructional delivery methods. Create and maintain an engaging learning environment that supports student learning and workforce readiness.
  • Develop, review, and revise curriculum, courses, syllabi, instructional materials, and teaching methodologies to support student success and ensure alignment with industry standards and emerging technologies.
  • Evaluate student performance, monitor student progress, and provide timely feedback regarding academic achievement and skill development.
  • Promote teaching and learning excellence through the use of student success data, course evaluations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Maintain office hours, submit required reports in a timely manner, and support departmental and institutional assessment activities.
  • Advise and mentor students regarding academic planning, program requirements, career pathways, industry certifications, and employment opportunities. Support student recruitment and job placement efforts as appropriate.
  • Participate in departmental initiatives, college committees, community outreach activities, and service opportunities that support the mission of the College.
  • Engage in professional development activities, including conferences, networking, continuing education, and industry training, to maintain current technical knowledge and instructional effectiveness.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
    • Minimum and Additional Requirements

    This position requires a bachelor's degree in aircraft maintenance or a related field; or an associate degree and two (2) years of related work experience. FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL) and FAA Airframe certification are required. Candidates must have the ability to teach courses within both the Avionics and Aircraft Maintenance programs.
    Preference is given to applicants with at least two (2) years of teaching experience in post-secondary education and an NCATT AET certificate. Preferred Qualifications

    • Comprehensive knowledge of aircraft electrical systems, electronic communication and navigation systems, aircraft radar and pulsed systems, and electronic troubleshooting techniques.
    • Knowledge of FCC rules and regulations related to aviation electronics.
    • Experience working in avionics, aircraft maintenance, or related aviation industries.
    • Experience teaching in higher education, technical education, workforce development, or related instructional environments.
    • Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and instructional methods.
    • Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and industry partners

    Organization

    Trident Technical College’s vision is to be the leading force for educational opportunity and economic competitiveness in the communities we serve.

    Trident Technical College is a public, two-year, multi-campus community college that provides quality education and promotes economic development in Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester counties.

    An open-door institution of higher education, the college serves approximately 17,000 traditional and nontraditional curriculum students who have a wide variety of educational goals, from personal enrichment to career development to university transfer. To help students meet their goals, TTC offers university transfer associate degrees and applied technical associate degrees, diplomas and certificates. The curriculum includes programs in arts and sciences, agriculture, business, computer technology, engineering technology, health sciences, industrial technology, and public service. TTC students draw on knowledge from a broad range of disciplines to develop the communication and critical thinking skills that are fundamental to lifelong learning.

    TTC further promotes economic development through continuing education courses; customized education and training for business, industry and government; and a variety of employment training programs.

    TTC is committed to being accessible and responsive to community needs. To foster student success, TTC provides developmental education and comprehensive student services. In addition to traditional instruction, TTC’s flexible course offerings and alternative delivery methods, including online instruction, enable more members of the community to pursue higher education.

    Company info
    Telephone
    843-574-6201
    Location
    2050 Mabeline Road
    North Charleston
    SC
    29406
    United States
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