Job Description
Posting Summary
Working Title
Aviation Maintenance Technology FT Teaching Faculty (9 or 12-month)
Role Title
Role Code
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
00
Position Number
291F0054
Agency
Blue Ridge Community College
Agency/Division
Blue Ridge Community College (Div)
Work Location
Augusta - 015
Hiring Range
$52,905 - $112,354
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
May include combination of day, evening, or weekend instruction; including online/hybrid and/or in-person courses. Some flex schedule and/or telework may be available.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Shenandoah Valley, Blue Ridge Community College( BRCC) is committed to accelerating opportunities through the miracle of education. Our success is rooted in a shared dedication toexcellence, ethical behavior, empowerment, and a culture of care. BRCC has been consistently recognized by the Chronicle of Higher Education as a Great College to Work For, reflecting our supportive, inclusive, and mission‑driven workplace. By joining BRCC, you become part of a community focused on equipping students, alumni, and employees with the knowledge and experience needed totransform themselves, our community, and the world If you are passionate about education and inspired by meaningful work, BRCC offers a place where your talents and values can thrive.
BRCC is seeking an Aviation Maintenance Technology FT Teaching Faculty member. This is a full-time, 9-Month or 12-Month, 24-pay, Teaching Faculty position with full state benefits. Full-time faculty positions come with generous holiday time, along with very competitive health benefits coverage (including dental and vision), disability coverage, retirement with the Virginia Retirement System or Optional Retirement Plan for Higher Education, deferred compensation investment opportunities, educational assistance, access to the college’s Recreation Center, and more!
9-month start date is August 2026; 12-month start date is May 2026.
Instructional Duties:
- Teach a full load of courses (including labs) during the academic year. Courses may be offered in person, hybrid, or online depending on program needs.
- Participate in program instructional evaluation and improvement.
- Ensure safe practices are followed in labs, with tool usage and the handling of hazardous materials.
- Assist in the development of student laboratory projects
- Maintain FAA compliant records and documentation.
- Provide student advising and career guidance.
Institutional Responsibility:
- Participate in annual performance objectives process.
- Support BRCC mission, vision and values.
- Keep current on BRCC policy and procedures.
- Communicate and hold posted student engagement hours
- Comply with administrative deadlines.
- Participate in BRCC governance, accreditation, and assessment.
- Establish and maintain positive working relationships.
Scholarly Engagement and Creativity:
- Participate in advisory council meetings
- Attend professional conferences or meetings.
- Participate in business/industrial activities of discipline.
- Make presentation to organizations.
- Revise or developing new curricula or courses.
- Continue education in discipline as needed.
- Strive to acquire continued education within the industry.
Service Component:
- Maintain, upgrade, and develop laboratory equipment.
- Upkeep and upgrade laboratory as needed.
- Participate in AMT program meetings and projects to include, but not limited to:
- Student data gathering and analysis
- Assessment data gathering and analysis.
- Accreditation data gathering and reports.
- Program needs assessment, justification and reporting.
- Program advocacy, internal and external.
- Provide service to:
- BRCC
-
AMT Department
- Community partners
Candidates selected for interview will be required to facilitate a teaching demonstration as part of the interview process.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
- A&P Airframe and Power Plant Certificate
- Two years field experience
- Familiarity or willing to be trained on hardware, programs (e.g. word processor, spreadsheet, database), and internet resources to the field and education
- Competence with hardware, tools and equipment common to the field
- Ability to teach students effectively and create lessons plans
- Passion for the field of Aviation Maintenance and for teaching
- Possess strong interpersonal, communication, organization and cooperation skills
- Committed to professional growth and development, continued learning, integration of new technology and current pedagogy
- Ability to use creativity, innovation, and compassion to instruct and engage students
- Ability to teach a diverse student population
Additional Considerations
Helpful, but not required:
- Additional relevant training/education in Aeronautical Science, Aviation Maintenance Tech
- Teaching experience at the post-secondary level
- Significant full time equivalent aviation maintenance or aircraft engineering technology or industry experience
- Relevant Airline/Air Carrier maintenance experience
- Capability to utilize a learning management system to facilitate distance delivery, both synchronous and asynchronous
- Inspection Authorization and/or other FAA certifications or designations
- Familiarity with curriculum development and knowledge of FAR 147 curriculum requirements
- Specialized field experience or education, such as NDI, composites, electronics, structural repair, etc.
- Evidence indicating successful partnership skills and experience maintaining partnerships with commercial, private and public agencies and organizations, including advisory boards
- Evidence of professional scholarly activities, including involvement in professional organizations, grant writing, and/or publications
- Familiarity with accreditation procedures and national standards for the discipline
- Familiarity with the aviation education considerations and needs in the Commonwealth and beyond
- Experience leading or working in a diversified workforce in a multi-cultural setting
- Evidence supporting a commitment to and the ability to work effectively within the scope of BRCC mission
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
Occasional
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
FAC_1875P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
05/27/2026
Job Close Date
07/07/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Agency Website
www.brcc.edu
Contact Name
Email
glassd@brcc.edu
Phone Number
540-453-0060
Special Instructions to Applicants
Candidates should be familiar with, and supportive of, the College’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategic Directions. These principles may be found on the College’s website, at
www.brcc.edu.
Applications will ONLY be accepted on-line. Resume, cover letter, teaching philosophy, as well as ALL graduate & undergraduate transcripts must be received by the application deadline and should be attached to the on-line application. Transcripts may be unofficial or scanned copies, but ALL transcripts should be attached to the on-line application. Official transcripts may be required prior to hire. Applicant is responsible for ensuring that all required materials are received by the established deadline. Incomplete or late application packages will not be considered.
Additional Information
Title IX Coordinator: Beth Styers
1 College Lane Weyers Cave, VA 24486
Office #S106G
540-453-2252
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/94023
