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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for aviation management professor in the United States is $80,057.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectAviation Management ProfessorAirline Operations Manager
Required CredentialsAdvanced degree (PhD or Master's), academic credentialsBachelor's or Master's degree, industry experience
Work EnvironmentUniversities, colleges, academic settingsAirline offices, operations centers, airports
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, aviation academiaAirlines, transportation industry
Common Search & ComparisonAcademic roles, teaching, researchOperational management, airline logistics

While both roles are connected to aviation, an Aviation Management Professor primarily focuses on teaching and research within academic institutions, requiring advanced degrees. In contrast, an Airline Operations Manager oversees daily airline operations, requiring industry experience and operational skills. They serve different functions within the aviation industry but share a common interest in aviation management principles.

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Infographic showing various Aviation Management Professor job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,057 per year, or $38.5 per hour.

Assistant Professor, Aviation (Non-Tenure Track)

Flushing, NY • On-site

Vaughn College of Aeronautics
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$73K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

About the Organization
At Vaughn College, our mission is to educate and train future leaders in the futureproof fields of engineering and technology, management and aviation. The college strives to provide a dynamic learning environment built on our aeronautical heritage that inspires a diverse and committed community of students to achieve success as leaders in the industries we serve. Just minutes from Manhattan, Vaughn College is in the heart of New York City in Queens, NY, adjacent to LaGuardia Airport. Queens is one of New York's most fascinating boroughs and has been ranked as the 'number one' US travel destination and the nation's single most diverse county.
What separates Vaughn College from other institutions is our uniquely committed faculty who come to the classroom with extensive experience in such fields as engineering, manufacturing, aviation, management and communications. Working closely with the industries we serve, Vaughn has developed rigorous curricula that incorporate the latest technology as well as the knowledge you need to succeed in your chosen profession.
We provide traditional degrees as well as professional, technical and certification programs that prepare our graduates for successful careers. Most importantly, a degree from Vaughn College provides the critical, analytical and communication skills that form the foundation for a lifetime of success. Our graduates have gone on to become leaders in many major industries. More than 98 percent of our graduates are employed or continue their education, 78 percent in their field of study, within one year of graduation.
Vaughn College has a six-acre campus and is convenient to major transportation routes. As part of the institution's strategic plan, a 200-bed residential hall has been built, enabling students to live and pursue their chosen field of study on campus.
Description
Position Purpose
Vaughn College seeks applicants for a full-time non tenure track faculty position in the Department of Aviation. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in the aviation department in the teaching and assessment of the curriculum. The selected individual shall have the primary responsibility of teaching 12 credit hours minimum in aviation related courses including FAR Part 141 flight ground courses. This student centric position shall be responsible to deliver service excellence support to meet the needs of the college and industry community.
Job Responsibilities
  • Provides instructions to students for the B.S. and A.A.S degree in Aircraft Operations-Pilots License with a concentration in Flight Education. Teaches a course load minimum of 12 credit hours per (Fall and Spring) semester.
  • Assists in maintaining all FAA related records for the Part 141 flight training courses.
  • Maintain a thorough understanding of technology, learning management systems, and computer applications is essential.
  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as required or deemed appropriate to the accomplishments of the responsibilities and functions of the Aviation department.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Must have the following current licenses:
    • FAA Private Pilot License, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot License, Flight Instructor Airplane, Instrument Airplane & multiengine rating.
    • Ground Instructor Advanced & Instrument; ATP license Multiengine
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite, as well as knowledge and understanding of the organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures.
  • Ability to handle information of sensitive and confidential nature in the utmost professional manner. Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, initiative, resourcefulness, and personal accountability.
  • Maintain the privacy and confidentiality of information, protect the assets of the institution, act ethically and with integrity, and adhere to Vaughn's Code of Conduct and policies and procedures.
  • Effective analytical and decision-making skills. Excellent communication (oral and written), organizational, and time management skills. Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse constituents.
  • Attention to detail and adaptability to a changing environment is extremely important as well as dependability.
  • Manage, prioritize, and accomplish multiple tasks/projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.

Professional Skills
  • Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
  • Innovative: Introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
  • Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
  • Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Education and Experience Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree (masters preferred) with 5 year's related experience and appropriate FAA Required current licenses as stated.
  • Current civilian or military Pilot Education experience
  • Must have the following current licenses:
    • FAA Private Pilot License, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot License, Flight Instructor Airplane, Instrument Airplane & multiengine rating.
    • Ground Instructor Advanced & Instrument; ATP license Multiengine
  • Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours, ability to maintain a flexible work schedule that may include working nights and weekends.
  • A thorough understanding of technology, learning management systems, and computer applications is essential

Work environment and physical functions
This position is located in a classroom/office environment at Vaughn College our Part 141 Flight School. Generally an employee needs to be able to sit, stand, and navigate within the office area. The office equipment either individually used or shared with a department is the responsibility of all employees. Moderate physical activity. Requires handling objects of average weight up to (20) twenty pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
Compensation
The compensation for this position is $73,500 per year.
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Exempt/Non-Exempt
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Salary
$73,500
EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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