School of Aviation and Aerospace Technology - Professor, Aircraft Maintenance

Job Title: Professor –Aircraft Maintenance

Department: School of Aviation and Aerospace Technology

Location: Aviation Campus – North Bay, ON

Status: Permanent Full-Time

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

As a national leader in aviation maintenance education, the School of Aviation and Aerospace delivers Transport Canada approved programs and is committed to developing skills, safety-conscious, and job-ready Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AMEs).

Canadore College’s School of Aviation Technology is seeking a full-time faculty member to support the delivery of Transport Canada-approved Aircraft Maintenance programs. The successful candidate will have demonstrated expertise in AME-M (Mechanical) and AME-S (Structures) and the ability to contribute to instruction across multiple Aircraft Maintenance disciplines. The candidate will bring current, hands-on aircraft maintenance experience and a strong commitment to developing safe, skilled, and job-ready aviation professionals.

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience using simulation, augmented/virtual reality, digital learning tools, and other technology-enabled training approaches. The successful candidate should be comfortable working with educational technology and software and interested in incorporating innovative tools into hands-on aviation training.

Under the direction of the Chair, School of Aviation and Aerospace Technology, the Professor leads and supports learners through effective teaching practices, curriculum delivery, and the creation of a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

The primary professional responsibilities include:

Teaching assigned courses, including:

teaching regularly scheduled classes in the Fall, Winter, Spring semesters

ensuring learner awareness of course learning outcomes and evaluation techniques

providing academic advising to learners both in and out of the classroom

creating a hands-on learning environment that makes effective use of shops, labs, and educational technologies, including the College’s Learning Management System (e.g., Desire2Learn/Brightspace)

evaluating learner progress/achievement and assuming responsibility for the overall assessment of the learner’s work within assigned courses

the development and creation of a learning environment that is conducive to success for all learners

promoting a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment aligned with industry standards

Designing new and ongoing maintenance of courses, including:

defining, evaluating, and validating learning outcomes aligned with Transport Canada CAR 566 requirements

planning appropriate teaching and learning approaches, including lab-based instruction

developing and updating course materials related to structures, composites, and maintenance practices

incorporating educational technologies to meet the learning needs of learners

consulting with other faculty members, advisory committees and a variety of potential employers and learners

participating in curriculum review and continuous improvement initiatives

participating in professional development activities during non-teaching periods

Providing academic leadership, including:

working cooperatively with faculty across AME-M, AME-S, and AME-E disciplines to ensure program consistency and quality

participating in departmental meetings, committees, and program development activities

liaising with industry partners, and supporting program promotion initiatives

contributing to a culture of safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement

maintaining knowledge of industry standards, Transport Canada regulations, and emerging trends

following health and safety policies, procedures, and legislation

modeling the College values – Respect, Integrity, Transparency, Accountability and Commitment to Excellence

Required Qualifications

Valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) license in good standing

Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience in aircraft maintenance

Demonstrated experience in aircraft mechanical systems and structures, including sheet metal and/or composite materials

Experience with standard practices and general maintenance procedures

Familiarity with Transport Canada CAR 566 standards

Familiarity with Ontario college system and Transport Canada approved training programs

Experience with simulation or technology-enhanced learning

Experience with simulation-based training, augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), extended reality (XR), digital twins, or other technology-enabled learning tools

Minimum 2 years of teaching experience, or equivalent, preferably in a college setting.

Demonstrated flexibility and willingness to support instruction across multiple Aircraft Maintenance disciplines

Excellent record of teaching experience along with relevant work experience in the professional field or discipline appropriate to the area of instruction.

Experience with a Learning Management System (e.g., Desire2Learn, Blackboard, etc.), including the creation of discussion forums, tests, assignments, chat rooms, to edit and modify course content when required

Evidence of having maintained up-to-date knowledge and achievements in the field appropriate to the area of instruction

Experience in developing course content, curriculum, and learning materials is an asset; Experience with simulation learning an asset

Knowledge of best practices for the delivery and management of in-class and online courses as adopted by the Program, including, but not limited to:

Using course management system tools to communicate with learners and to foster and support a collaborative online learning community with and between learners in the course;

Providing timely and constructive feedback on learner work;

Responding to learner academic and course administration inquiries promptly and refer learners to technical support or learner support when appropriate; and,

Ensuring academic integrity in the creation and administration of assignments, tests, and exams in class and online environments.

Commitment to practical teaching skills for adult learners, including:

a commitment to deliver the prescribed curriculum;

a demonstrated ability to apply required instructional techniques; and the ability to create a positive learning environment for adults;

pedagogy for diverse populations; and,

course management

Ability to interact effectively with adult learners, particularly in the areas of:

academic advising;

understanding and respect for human rights and diversity; and,

commitment to positive interpersonal skills.

Superior organizational skills and ability to work in a high pressure, multitask, high volume team-oriented environment with minimal supervision.

Commitment to professional, collegial life, and awareness of work-integrated learning practices.

Demonstrated entry level skills in Canadore College’s teaching competencies as set out in the Professor Competency Profile at: https://cdn.agilitycms.com/canadore-college/Attachments/about-us/policies/PA-12%20Faculty%20Performance%20Review%20ProceduresApps-16.pdf

In-person, on-campus position. Must be able to reliably commute and/or relocate to North Bay, ON