Adjunct Faculty: Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)

Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College embraces and seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position. The faculty member will conduct their assignments and co-curricular college activities in a manner consistent with the philosophy and purpose of Aims Community College as stated in the school catalog. The primary purpose of the faculty member is to teach. The primary responsibility is to instruct UAS ground content, flight training, field applications, and/or engineering courses. Additionally, participation in professional development, designing course materials to meet industry standards, and collaborating on departmental and college governance initiatives are integral to the role.

Responsibilities

Teach UAS ground content, flight training, field applications, and/or engineering courses; Instruct assignments as it applies to UAS and be available to teach day and/or evening classes; Assist in the development and/or modification of curriculum to meet changing technology in the UAS industry, as well as textbook selection and new courses; Participate in student evaluations, advising, registration, and recruiting and retention activities; Participate in department, division, and college activities while complying with college and Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) policies, procedures, and mandates; Stay current in professional areas by participating in professional development activities; Perform other duties as assigned by the Department’s Executive Director or Academic Dean

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree plus current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate plus minimum 50 hours of recreational/training/commercial UAS operating flight hours logged; OR Associate of Applied Science degree in Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) plus current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate plus minimum 50 hours of recreational/training/commercial UAS operating flight hours logged; OR 2,000 hours (two semesters) verified full-time experience teaching UAS related coursework (full-time is defined as 51% or more of a teaching schedule dedicated to teaching the content area); Shall hold or qualify for a post-secondary vocational credential in Aviation Technology issued by Aims Community College CTE Office; Must pass an MVR and be insurable under Aims insurance

Nice to have

Associate’s Degree in Unmanned Aerial Systems or aviation related field; High level of computer skills

Benefits

Tuition waiver for employee on Aims courses; Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest; Aims Discount program; Free parking on all campuses; PERA employer; Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs