Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) - Annually Contracted Faculty

Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) - Annually Contracted Faculty
Job Title: Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) - Annually Contracted Faculty

The

Division of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

is seeking an Annually Contracted Faculty member to join the

Unmanned Aerial Systems Department

beginning Fall 2026.

Sinclair Community College offers one of the most comprehensive Aviation Technology programs in the nation which includes Bachelor of Applied Science degrees in AviationTechnology/Professional Pilot and Unmanned Aerial Systems. Sinclair’s bachelor’s and associate degrees and technical certificate programs prepare graduates for careers as commercial fixed wing and helicopter pilots, aircraft mechanics, flight attendants, aircraft dispatchers, aviation managers and unmanned aerial systems operators and technicians.

Annually Contracted Faculty (ACF) appointments are full-time, temporary positions limited to one academic year. Appointments are not automatically awarded for subsequent years, but rather, are awarded on a year-by-year basis at the sole discretion of Sinclair Community College.

All full-time faculty salaries are determined by the Provost’s Office and are commensurate with education and experience.

Benefits

Tuition waiver for employee and dependents for all Sinclair courses and programs

Structured opportunity for advancement and promotion

Support for continued professional development and education

STRS pension participation, with 14% employer contribution

High quality programs and events for work-life balance

SCC has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Principal Accountabilities

Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize student learning

Prepare, distribute and submit syllabi for all assigned sections in accordance with department and divisional policies

Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies, use available instructional technology when appropriate

Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student’s needs

Support classroom and online efforts to promote student success

Evaluate and return student work in a timely manner to promote learning

Maintain accurate records of student progress

Submit final grade rosters according to established deadlines

Maintain confidentiality of student information

Teach a minimum of 15 payload hours per semester for both fall and spring semesters

This is equivalent to a 40 hour work week

Work closely with the department chair to implement the policies of the department and college

Participate in department, division and college-wide meetings

Maintain office hours and respond to student inquiries in a timely and effective manner

Curriculum Design which may focus on individual classes or modules, on segments of a program, or an entire course of study

Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in aviation, aeronautics, UAS, or related field required, master’s degree preferred OR must meet the specific requirements associated with the following:

Tested Experience:

Minimum of an associate’s degree in content area or related field required

Possess a widely accepted license or certification in the industry required

To be considered, candidates must upload images of both the front and back of their FAA license in the Licensure/Certification section of the application

FAA pilot certificate (private, commercial, or instructor) preferred

UAS pilot or cred experience preferred

Must be a US Citizen for ITAR compliance required

Evidence of successful prior teaching experience is preferred

Demonstrated commitment to improving student learning through innovative strategies shown to help students succeed at the course and program level

Effective communication skills and interpersonal skills with the capacity to work successfully in a diverse college community

Must possess demonstrated skills in using modern educational technology, including multimedia-based instruction

A contract for employment will not be issued without receiving official transcripts for all post-secondary degrees and successful completion of a background check.

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