Aircraft Fabrication & Assembly; Aeronautical Non-Destructive Inspection - Faculty

Aircraft Fabrication & Assembly (Aeronautical Non-Destructive Inspection) – Full-time Faculty

This position is a full‑time, 10‑month tenure‑track classroom teaching assignment in the Aerospace, Industrial Arts, and Applied Technologies division. The teaching load is 15 lecture‑hour equivalents per semester. Faculty are also responsible for 5 office hours per week and are expected to devote the necessary time to all professional responsibilities. The assignment may include courses delivered onsite, online, and/or hybrid, with evening or weekend classes as appropriate.

• Teach 15 lecture‑hour equivalents per semester in Aeronautical Non‑Destructive Inspection (ANDI) using demonstrations and active learning strategies.
• Maintain five office hours per week with regular posted hours.
• Allocate time for preparation and grading.
• Participate in faculty and division meetings, yearly program review, curricular planning, and development.
• Engage in faculty professional development and continuing education to remain current in the field, pedagogy, and student‑support strategies.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, census, grades, and other required documentation.
• Create an environment conducive to effective learning.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Build cooperative relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender‑identity, sexual‑orientation, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Travel between district locations as needed.
• Perform other instructional‑related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree or higher AND two years of professional experience, OR Associate's degree AND six years of professional experience.
• Relevant college work, military training, or nationally recognized certifications equivalent to the required degree level plus the specified professional experience.
• Eight years of experience in the aircraft fabrication occupation, with at least two years as a supervisor, instructor, trainer, or owner of an aircraft maintenance facility focused on assembly or prototype construction.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of community‑college students (Title V, §53024.1).

• Bachelor's of Science degree in a related academic subject.
• Three years full‑time postsecondary teaching experience in career‑technical education, preferably at a community college, or 10 years of recent industry training experience in aviation/aerospace manufacturing/maintenance.
• Level III Non‑Destructive Inspection experience or ASNT Level III certification in the specific methods taught.
• Industry certifications relevant to the assignment (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean Management).
• FAA certification(s) A&P, IA.
• Evidence of successful grant writing or scholarship awards.
• Strong applied aerospace industry knowledge and current certifications, training, and professional relevance.
• Clear communication of complex technical concepts using multiple instructional methods.
• Professionalism, dependability, and collegiality in collaboration with faculty, staff, industry partners, and students.
• Engagement in continuous improvement through governance, curriculum development, and faculty activities.
• Initiative, adaptability, and problem‑solving skills supporting program needs, instructional delivery modes, and workforce expectations.

The following documents are required for consideration and must be attached to your online application by February 8, 2026
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• Application form
• Current resume
• Letter of intent addressing minimum and desirable qualifications (cover letter)
• Scanned copies of official transcripts. Foreign transcripts must be certified for equivalency to U.S. degrees.
• Two current letters of professional reference signed within the last year.

Incomplete applications or missing documents will not be considered.

Antelope Valley Community College District does not sponsor employment visas, does not participate in E‑Verify, and does not complete documentation related to STEM OPT or other F‑1 visa programs.

Applicants requiring accommodations for the application process should contact the People, Culture and Talent (Human Resources) department at (661) 722‑6311.

Antelope Valley Community College District is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff who are dedicated to student success. Diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. AVC remains committed to equal‑opportunity hiring processes as required by federal and state laws and regulations.