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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for aircraft maintenance instructor in Alabama is $64,279.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,000.00 and $67,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Aircraft Maintenance Instructor is responsible for training and educating aspiring aircraft maintenance technicians on industry standards, safety procedures, and technical skills. They develop lesson plans, conduct classroom and hands-on training, and ensure students understand aircraft systems, inspections, and repairs. Instructors may work at aviation schools, military programs, or airline training facilities. Their role is crucial in maintaining high safety and compliance standards in the aviation industry.

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As an Aircraft Maintenance Instructor, your daily responsibilities typically include preparing and delivering both classroom and hands-on training sessions, developing course materials, and assessing student progress through exams and practical evaluations. You may also update training content to reflect the latest regulatory standards and technological advancements, and maintain training records as required by aviation authorities. Working closely with other instructors, maintenance professionals, and sometimes industry partners ensures that your students receive comprehensive, up-to-date instruction. This role requires balancing teaching duties with curriculum development and occasionally supporting the maintenance team with subject matter expertise.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an aircraft maintenance instructor?

To thrive as an Aircraft Maintenance Instructor, you need a solid background in aircraft mechanics, hands-on maintenance experience, and usually an FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification or equivalent. Familiarity with industry-standard maintenance manuals, diagnostic tools, learning management systems, and relevant regulatory guidelines is essential. Exceptional communication, patience, and strong organizational skills help instructors convey complex information effectively and engage diverse learners. These skills and qualifications are crucial to ensure high-quality training, regulatory compliance, and the development of competent aviation maintenance professionals.

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Infographic showing various Aircraft Maintenance Instructor job openings in Alabama as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 92% In-person, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,279 per year, or $30.9 per hour.

Gray Eagle - Maintenance Instructor

General Atomics

Huntsville, AL • On-site

$21.25 - $27.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Serve as a maintenance instructor and courseware developer for the Gray Eagle training team.

  • Train and evaluate Soldiers and contractor personnel on the Gray Eagle Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS), including sustainment, transition, upgrade, and refresher training.

  • Develop and verify courseware for new aircraft features, maintenance manual updates, and software releases.

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Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

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Job description

Job Summary
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
The Gray Eagle Maintenance Instructor supports CONUS training events and operations for the MQ-1C Gray Eagle platform. This role is responsible for conducting and supporting maintenance training, including transition and sustainment training, as well as developing, reviewing, and validating training courseware in response to system upgrades and enhancements. Additionally, the Gray Eagle Maintenance Instructor position will provide avionics and Ground Control Station (GCS) technical support at the Gray Eagle and Reaper Test Laboratories located in Huntsville, AL and at the Software Integration Lab (SIL) located in the GA-ASI office in Huntsville, AL for customer test events and activities.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Serve as a maintenance instructor and courseware developer for the Gray Eagle training team.
  • Train and evaluate Soldiers and contractor personnel on the Gray Eagle Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS), including sustainment, transition, upgrade, and refresher training.
  • Develop and verify courseware for new aircraft features, maintenance manual updates, and software releases.
  • Travel and provide software rollout support and practical training at home station Army sites to include software installation on the GCS and MQ-1C Gray Eagle aircraft platforms.
  • Provide Gray Eagle support for Army and GA customers at the Joint Technology Center/Systems Integration Laboratory (JSIL).
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
  • Maintain familiarity with Army forms, records, technical publications, and Contractor Flight and Ground Operations procedures.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Qualifications
  • Typically requires associate's degree or equivalent with training from the military and/or a trade school and twelve or more years of experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
  • Experience working on a flight line required.
  • Experience maintaining and/or instructing on the Gray Eagle Extended Range (GE-ER) platform at an Army CONUS home station required.
  • Experience with Universal Ground Control Station (UGCS) maintenance and/or instruction.
  • Experience instructing or demonstrating training courseware using the Improved Maintenance Aid (IPMA).
  • Strong knowledge of relevant computer applications, technical documentation, and technical orders.
  • Ability to develop, acquire, interpret, and communicate technical data.
  • Ability to identify issues and develop solutions to technical problems.
  • Familiarization with Linux and working inside of the command line interface.
  • Completion of UGCS/MGCS Field Avionics Structured Training.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with company personnel, subcontractors, and Army customers.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team; ability to work extended hours and travel as needed.

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General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Diego, CA, US

Year founded

1955

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