Full Time Instructor - Program Coordinator - sUAS (Drone Technician Program)

Full Time Instructor - Program Coordinator - sUAS (Drone Technician Program)

Company: Blinn College

Job Location: Brenham

Category: Aviation

Type: Full-Time

The Blinn College District is searching for a Full Time Instructor - Program Coordinator - sUAS (Drone Technician Program) at our Brenham Campus.

The Blinn College District is seeking a Full-Time Program Coordinator / Instructor - sUAS (Drone Technician Program) at the Brenham Campus within the Mathematics, Business, Engineering, and Technology (MBET) Division.

Objective
Blinn College expects all faculty members to demonstrate a commitment to student engagement, student success, instructional excellence, and workforce alignment.
This position serves in a dual capacity as both a full-time faculty member and Program Coordinator for the Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) / Drone Technician program. The Coordinator provides instructional leadership, ensures FAA regulatory compliance, supports dual credit expansion, and manages program growth aligned with industry standards and workforce needs. District-wide travel and travel to off-site campus locations may be required.

Principal Accountabilities

Instruction and Classroom Management

• Teach sUAS (Drone Technician) program courses in accordance with WECM guidelines.
• Maintain access to students through office hours and electronic communication.
• Prepare, maintain, and utilize an accurate course syllabus and assessments for each course using institutional guidelines.
• Utilize a variety of instructional delivery methods, classroom media, and aviation technologies.
• Conduct classroom, lab, and live flight instruction in compliance with FAA safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records of student participation and attendance.
• Conduct classes and final exams punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule.

Program Coordination and Leadership

• Serve as primary safety officer and FAA-compliant instructional authority for the sUAS program.
• Coordinate program scheduling, admissions, registration processes, and textbook ordering.
• Collaborate with the dean, assistant deans, and Curriculum Resource Team (CRT) on curriculum development and revision.
• Support dual credit partnerships with area high schools, including off-site instruction coordination.
• Mentor embedded high school instructors to ensure credentialing alignment.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies, FAA regulations, and accrediting requirements.
• Assist in grant deliverables and reporting related to workforce and aviation initiatives.
• Support equipment fleet management, inventory oversight, and aviation liability mitigation.

Student Success

• Advise or refer students to available academic support, advising, certification pathways, and workforce opportunities.
• Support students in preparing for FAA Part 107 certification and related industry credentials.
• Maintain a positive and professional relationship with students and industry partners.

Assessment Duties

• Assess student performance through formative and summative assessments aligned with workforce competencies.
• Participate in program-level assessment and continuous improvement processes.
• Assist in collection and reporting of student learning outcomes and workforce alignment data.

Professional Development and Service

• Maintain FAA certifications and required aviation currency.
• Participate in professional development activities aligned with aviation technology and workforce education.
• Engage in collegial activities across the department, division, and community partnerships.
• Participate in advisory committees and industry engagement initiatives.

Institutional Responsibilities

• Submit timely college reports and forms.
• Comply with all college policies and procedures.
• Exhibit effective written and oral communication skills.
• Attend required institutional meetings, orientations, and trainings.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications / Required Degree, License, or Certifications

• Associate degree or higher in any field from an accredited institution.
• Current FAA Remote Pilot Certification (Part 107)
• OR
• Current FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI - Airplane) and Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument
• OR
• Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI) and Instrument Ground Instructor (IGI)
• Minimum of three (3) years of non-teaching work experience in the aviation, drone, or related industry field.

Minimum Competencies

• Ability to instruct students while achieving workforce-aligned learning outcomes.
• Demonstrated knowledge of FAA regulations and aviation safety standards.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, administration, industry partners, and K-12 collaborators.
• Strong organizational and program management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching at the college or secondary level.
• Experience delivering dual credit or workforce education programs.
• Experience managing aviation or drone equipment fleets.
• Experience with industry partnerships or grant-funded programs.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Aviation, Engineering Technology, or related field.

Special Notes to Applicants
This is a 12-month, benefits-eligible position. Blinn College pays 100% of health insurance for full-time employees, 50% for dependents, and two times your annual salary in life insurance benefits. Optional coverage can begin on your first active duty date. If you would like to review insurance benefits in advance, you can access the New Employee Benefits Guide online.

Yearly leave time includes:

• 96 hours vacation
• 40 hours discretionary
• 16 hours personal
• 8 hours sick each month.

Paid leave for college designated holidays, spring break, Thanksgiving, and Christmas break (approx. 25 days per year)

Applicants must attach (in PDF Format):
Cover letter
Resume or CV
Transcripts (unofficial accepted for application review; official transcripts required upon hire) All transcripts from institutions outside of the United States must be accompanied by a detailed course-by-course evaluation from a certified credential agency. Official transcripts will be required. Unofficial transcripts may be attached to this application for review; but, if employed, official undergraduate and graduate transcripts must be sent by the degree-granting institution directly to Blinn College (Blinn College, Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs Office, Academic Affairs Office, 902 College Ave., Brenham, Texas, 77833). Additionally, transcripts maybe sent electronically to lisa.leopold@blinn.edu.

Copies of FAA certifications

A teaching demonstration and/or flight operations discussion may be required during the interview process.

Blinn College District provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Job Type: Full Time

Employment Type: Exempt

Compensation: Annual Salary

Salary or Wage: Per Full Time Faculty Salary Schedule

Grade: FAC

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: Engineering and Technology

Location: Brenham Campus

Target Hire Date: 5/1/2026

The Blinn College District provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.