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Form of workThe University of Maine at Augusta is seeking an AssistantProgramManager to help lead our new Aircraft Maintenance Technician School that will be opening for the Fall Semester 2024. This is a full-time, fixed-length appointment through December 31, 2025. This is a soft money-funded position. The continuation of this position beyond this date is contingent upon funding and the needs of the university.
The Aircraft Maintenance Technician School (AMTS) Assistant Program Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting the AMTS Program Manager in overseeing the Aircraft Maintenance Technician School. They will be responsible for assisting in curriculum delivery, ensuring program training is in compliance with related Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and University standards, managing day-to-day operations for the program, and fostering a conducive environment for our students. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to shape the future of aviation maintenance education and contribute to the success of our students.
The successful candidate will have experience with a wide range of Aircraft Maintenance and repair, electronics, FAA regulations, physics for AMTS, and mathematical functions. They may be required to teach classes when needed and travel to other UMA or University of Maine System (UMS) locations.
A full position description can be found here.
Salary: The hiring salary range for this position is in the low to mid-50s and is commensurate with training, education, and experience and will take into consideration the salary of current UMS employees for transfer/promotion.
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with occasional evenings and weekends as necessary
Benefits: The University provides a highly competitive benefits package that includes: holidays, vacation, and sick time; health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; short and long-term disability insurance; a tuition waiver program for employees and their eligible dependents; a 403(b) retirement plan with a 10% university contribution, and more. View our Benefits Information Summary to learn more.
About the University UMA transforms the lives of students of every age and background across the State of Maine and beyond through access to high-quality distance and on-site education, excellence in student support, civic engagement, and professional and liberal arts programs.
UMA is the third-largest public university in Maine. In addition to its main campus in the state's capital, UMA also serves students at its campus in Bangor (UMA Bangor) and through UMA Centers around the state. With its multiple locations and long-term expertise in online and distance learning, UMA is generally considered the University of Choice for Mainers of all ages who want to attend college without uprooting their lives.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge and understanding of aviation regulations and best practices, specifically Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Aircraft & Powerplant (A&P)
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with various stakeholders within the school and industry.
- Detail-oriented approach to maintaining accurate records and documentation
- Enthusiasm for aviation education and a commitment to upholding high standards in training future aviation maintenance professionals
Required Qualifications:
- Associate degree or the equivalent combination of training, experience, and/or education
- Three to five years of experience in the aviation industry, preferably in Aircraft Maintenance
Licenses/Certifications:
- Current FAA A&P Certification
Desired Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in aviation maintenance or a closely related field
- Previous experience in training in an aviation-related context
- Current FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) Certification
- Current FAA Part 61 Pilot Certification
Materials must be submitted via "Apply for Position" below. You will need to create an applicant profile and upload:
- a cover letter that fully describes your qualifications and experiences with specific reference to the required and preferred qualifications
- a resume/curriculum vitae
- contact information for three professional references.
You will also need to complete the affirmative action survey, the self-identification of disability form, and the self-identification of veteran status form. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa Sponsorship support.
Review of applications will begin on February 12, 2024. Materials received after February 11, 2024, will be considered at the discretion of the university.
The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.
In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine at Augusta does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207-581-1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).
