Part Time Phd Aviation Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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
Teach undergraduate aviation students a variety of maintenance subjects, based upon the faculty member's aviation licensing, experience and interests. Minimum qualification is a Master's Degree, although a Bachelor's Degree may suffice if the applicant has full FAA licensing in the aviation maintenance field, and extensive experience in the field, either commercial or military. Subjects include: Quality Management ISO-9000, Human Factors in Maintenance, gas turbine engines, avionics, as well as many more.
Major Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks

• Teach aviation classes to college students in person
• Motivate students to study required flight or maintenance subjects to achieve a successful career
• Assess your own courses in achieving the desired student learning outcomes
• Grade all activities for each student using standard method, and report grades on time
• Assist in departmental improvement and student counseling as desired

**Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience Requirements

• Master's Degree in aviation or related field, with instructor qualifications from FAA. May be a Bachelor's Degree with extensive licensing and experience in the field.
• No more than 1 FAA failed checked ride allowed.

Professional Skills

• Communicate verbally, through written lessons and exams, update the syllabus to match each semester's work, keep the class on schedule, assess the class accomplishment of stated goals and objectives and outcomes. Grade student verbal, written and exam performance, and complete the grade reports on time. Provide a positive image to motivate future qualified employees.

Work environment and physical functions

• Mostly classroom work, with electronic podium and whiteboards. Maintenance courses may include lab work. Shared office space is available. Classes will be performed using learning management system (LMS), and courses can be designed to run completely on-line using the LMS, videos, etc.

Preferred:

• Master's Degree and previous teaching experience.Bachelor's Degree with extensive industry experience.

Compensation:

• The compensation rate for this position is expected to be:
  • $900 per lecture hour ($925 per lecture hour if holding a PhD)
  • $625 per lab hour.

Full-Time/Part-Time
Part-Time
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
Salary
The compensation rate for this position is expected to be: $900 per lecture hour ($925 per lecture hour if holding a PhD) $625 per lab hour.
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.
This position is currently accepting applications.