Adjunct Faculty - UMS (Manual Flight and Maintenance)

Hampton, VA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Professional Development

collaborative work environment

Access to campus resources

Supportive academic community

Job Description

Virginia Peninsula Community College (VPCC) is a reputable two-year institution of higher education that serves the Virginia Peninsula region, including Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, Williamsburg, and the counties of James City and York. As a part of the statewide Virginia Community College System, VPCC is committed to providing accessible, affordable, and high-quality education to a diverse student population. The college plays a critical role in workforce development, academic transfer, and lifelong learning opportunities within the community it serves.

The role of Adjunct Faculty in Unmanned Systems (UMS) with a specialization in Manual Flight and Maintenance offers a unique opportunity ... Show More

Job Requirements

Associates degree in any field in science, engineering or technology
Currently possess FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification
Knowledge of pre-flight training requirements
Ability to plan and conduct manual and autonomous sUAS missions
Understanding of sUAS operations in controlled airspace
Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures for sUAS operations
Strong communication skills
Ability to work at all campus locations
Willingness to modify instructional methods to meet diverse student needs
Ability to evaluate student performance fairly

Job Qualifications

Associates degree in any field in science, engineering or technology
Currently possess FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification
Knowledgeable of necessary pre-flight training required
Ability to plan and implement manual and autonomous sUAS missions
Understand the requirements of operating sUAS in FAA controlled airspace and other airspace as required
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Passion for unmanned systems
Experience and/or strong interest in teaching adult learners
Willingness to serve diverse student populations

Job Duties

Design and deliver instruction for day and evening classes
Responsible for student assessment and grading
Maintains adequate on-campus presence
Provides timely communication with students, staff, and administrators of the college
Plan and implement manual and autonomous sUAS missions to collect and analyze data
Perform operations typical of a Remote Pilot in Command, including planning, flying, crew management, data collection, maintenance, repair, sensor selection, and data analysis
Modify instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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