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Job Title
Aviation Technology Professional Pilot - Tenure Track Faculty
Location
Main Campus - Dayton, OH
Job Number
05465
Department
Aviation Technology
Job Category
Faculty
Job Type
Full-time Tenure Track
Status
Regular
Job Open Date
04/28/2026
Resume Review Date
Ongoing
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Summary
The Sinclair Aviation Technology Department is seeking a full-time, tenure-track faculty member to join its Division of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, beginning Fall 2026.
Sinclair Community College offers one of the most comprehensive Aviation Technology programs in the nation which includes Bachelor of Applied Science degrees in AviationTechnology/Professional Pilot and Unmanned Aerial Systems. Sinclair's bachelor's and associate degrees and technical certificate programs prepare graduates for careers as commercial fixed wing and helicopter pilots, aircraft mechanics, flight attendants, aircraft dispatchers, aviation managers and unmanned aerial systems operators and technicians.
This tenure-track role typically requires at least a 40-hour work week which includes a course load of 15 payload hours per semester, and a minimum of five office hours per week. In addition to these responsibilities, the faculty member will be expected to perform related duties including serving on department and college committees, serving as an ambassador for the program, and mentoring and coaching students. Teaching assignments may include day, evening, and/or weekend assignments. The position reports to the Chair/Program Administrator.
All full-time faculty salaries are determined by the Provost's Office and are commensurate with education and experience.
Why work for Sinclair College?
The following are some of the benefits that full-time faculty with Sinclair College receive:

• Tuition waiver for employee and dependents for all Sinclair courses and programs
• Structured opportunity for advancement and promotion
• Support for continued professional development and education
• STRS pension participation, with 14% employer contribution
• High quality programs and events for work-life balance

*SCC has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.
Principal Accountabilities
Satisfactory performance of the Four Critical Performance areas required for all full-time faculty:

• Teaching, Learning, and Student Development: Participate in the continuing development and implementation of the department's curriculum through teaching that reflects a strong commitment to fostering student success. Through in-class and out-of-class initiatives, actively seek to advance the development of individual students and their capacity to meet their educational goals.
• Scholarship and Professional Growth: Maintain and seek to improve currency and competence in the discipline and as a teacher.
• Curriculum Design, Assessment, and Evaluation: In collaboration with colleagues, actively contribute to the continuous review and revision of the department's curriculum. Must exhibit advanced computer proficiency, alongside the capability and time-management skills required for the effective development and revision of online courses. Implement evaluations according to established standards and use assessment data to continuously improve teaching and learning.
• Workplace and Community Service: Contribute to the operation and advancement of the college through committee service and other activities. Extend professional expertise to the community served by the college.
• Compliance with the terms and conditions set forth in the Full-Time Faculty Handbook and the Full-Time Employee Handbook
• Teaching a minimum of 30 payload hours annually during the academic year
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum of a master's degree in aviation or related field required; bachelor's degree and significant industrial or educational experience and related certifications may be accepted initially in lieu of a master's degree
  • Candidates without a master's degree will be required to obtain one within a specified time
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant aviation experience required; experience in a managerial, technical, or instructional position related to the aviation industry preferred
• FAA certificates commensurate with relevant aviation experience
• Minimum of a Private Pilot certificate required; Instrument, Commercial, Multi-engine, Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), Certified Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII) and Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) preferred
• An A & P license and experience with Unmanned Aerial Systems preferred
• Experience in a leadership and management role preferred
• Experience in a technical or instructional position related to the aviation industry preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to improving student learning through innovative strategies shown to help students succeed at the course and program level required
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work successfully in a community college environment
• Flexible teaching availability, including day, evening, and weekend classes, at the Dayton, Centerville, and Mason campuses; Prison Education Program campuses; and local K-12 schools offering CCP courses, as applicable