Unmanned Aircraft Systems Instructor (Continuing Education)

Employer

Fayetteville Technical Community College

Job Location

Salary Grade

College faculty pay scale

Benefits

State benefits

Job Category

Instructional (Faculty)

Application Period

Opens:

Closes: 01/01/2027

Target Start Date

Expected Work Hours

Employment Type

Full Time

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree or higher in Unmanned Aircraft Systems, Aviation Management, Aviation Technology, Aeronautics, Engineering Technology, Geospatial Technology, Remote Sensing, Information Systems, or a closely related field.\
Equivalent combinations of industry training, military experience, technical certifications, and demonstrated professional UAS experience may be considered in lieu of a degree where permitted by College policy.
Current FAA Remote Pilot Certificate with a Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Rating (Part 107).
Ability to maintain FAA currency and compliance with all applicable regulations governing UAS operations.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to instructional, field training, and off-site flight locations as required.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline preferred.
Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in UAS operations, aviation, aerospace, military aviation, geospatial technology, engineering technology, public safety drone operations, commercial drone services, or a closely related
Demonstrated experience conducting flight operations, mission planning, risk management, aircraft maintenance, data collection, and regulatory compliance.
Experience with one or more of the following preferred:
- - Aerial photography and videography
  - Mapping and surveying
  - Photogrammetry and 3D modeling
  - Infrastructure and utility inspections
  - Precision agriculture
  - Public safety and emergency response operations
  - Enterprise drone program management
  - UAS data processing and analysis software
Previous teaching, corporate training, military instruction, workforce development training, or industry mentoring experience preferred.
Experience delivering instruction in classroom, laboratory, field-flight, hybrid, or online environments preferred.

Position Description

Fayetteville Technical Community College is seeking qualified applicants for this position. Qualified candidates will possess excellent computer skills, demonstrate evidence of a career that includes flexibility and willingness to change; open-mindedness, fairness and the ability to see multiple perspectives; a willingness to take risks, and willingness to accept responsibility for professional and personal growth.

The Unmanned Aircraft Systems Instructor will provide quality instruction to students; to maintain awareness of the role of Continuing Education in the overall College mission; to understand services available to students; to develop business and industry linkages; and to participate in in-service development opportunities. Faculty assigned to Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) instruction are responsible for delivering course content in accordance with current FAA regulations, industry standards, and workforce needs.

We offer a valuable benefits package that includes the following:

NC State Health Plan

NC State Retirement Plan

Paid Leave

Paid Holidays

Cafeteria Plan (IRS Code Section 125)

Educational Benefits

Longevity

TRICARE Supplement Benefits

How to Apply

https://faytechcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/8629

Contact Info

Human Resources

910-678-7342