Aviation Coordinator

Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) Memphis is seeking an experienced aviation professional to serve as Aviation Coordinator. This position provides strategic, administrative, and operational leadership for the College's aviation-related programs and facilities and reports directly to the President.

Position Summary

The Aviation Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the effective operation, continued growth, and regulatory compliance of TCAT Memphis's aviation programs. The successful candidate will possess substantial knowledge of the aviation industry, proven management experience, and the ability to lead faculty and staff while building strong partnerships with employers, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for all aviation-related instructional programs, personnel, facilities, equipment, and daily operations.
• Report directly to the President and provide regular updates regarding program performance, enrollment, staffing, compliance, facilities, and emerging needs.
• Ensure aviation programs comply with applicable Federal Aviation Administration requirements, Tennessee Board of Regents policies, Council on Occupational Education standards, and institutional procedures.
• Monitor instructional quality, curriculum delivery, student progress, program completion, licensure or certification outcomes, and job placement.
• Supervise, support, evaluate, and coordinate the work of aviation faculty and staff.
• Assist with recruiting, selecting, onboarding, and developing qualified aviation instructors and support personnel.
• Coordinate class schedules, faculty assignments, laboratory utilization, and other operational activities.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure the timely completion of required institutional, state, federal, accreditation, and regulatory reports.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts using student outcomes, employer feedback, advisory committee recommendations, and industry trends.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with aviation employers, airports, government agencies, educational partners, and workforce development organizations.
• Coordinate aviation advisory committee meetings and ensure employer input is incorporated into program planning and improvement.
• Support student recruitment, retention, completion, certification, and employment initiatives.
• Assist with budget development, purchasing, inventory control, equipment maintenance, and long-range planning.
• Ensure laboratories, instructional spaces, tools, equipment, and aircraft-related training resources are properly maintained and used safely.
• Promote a professional, student-centered environment that supports accountability, teamwork, safety, and workforce readiness.
• Represent the College at meetings, industry events, community activities, and other functions as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the President.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least five years of aviation-related professional experience.
• At least five years of management, supervisory, or administrative experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of aviation-industry operations, safety practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to supervise personnel, manage multiple priorities, and lead programs or operational units.
• Strong written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to build productive relationships with students, employees, employers, regulatory agencies, and community partners.
• Ability to use technology and data to support program management, reporting, and continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing aviation maintenance, avionics, or other aviation-related education or training programs.
• Experience working within an FAA-regulated instructional or operational environment.
• Experience in postsecondary education, workforce development, accreditation, or career and technical education.
• Relevant FAA certification, aviation credential, or industry-recognized certification.
• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution.

Application Information

Qualified applicants should submit a completed application, résumé, and any required supporting documentation. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

Please complete the following steps to apply:

• Visit https://tcatmemphis.edu/about/jobs-and-employment
• Select "View Open Job Opportunities"
• Select "PageUp Job Postings"
• On the left pane menu, under college, select TCAT Memphis and follow the instructions

TCAT Memphis is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or any other class protected by applicable federal or state laws.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person