Lecturer of Aviation - Air Traffic Control (Eastman Campus)

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,000 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation university, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

The Middle Georgia State University School of Aviation, home of the Institute of Applied Aerospace Research, is a nationally recognized leader in aviation education and research. The Aviation Maintenance Technology and Aircraft Structural Technology programs offer both degree and certificate options. The Bachelor of Science and Aviation Science and Management, Advanced Flight (Airplane) is accredited by the Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI), the accreditation body for collegiate aviation programs. The Associates of Applied Science in Air Traffic Control is part of the Federal Aviation Administration¿s Collegiate Training Initiative.

Middle Georgia State University (MGA) is seeking a candidate for a Lecturer of Aviation (Air Traffic Control) in the Department of Aviation Science and Management. This is a full -time 10-month position with a teaching load of 15 semester hours per semester of undergraduate courses, requiring classroom instruction and air traffic control tower and en route simulation training.

Teach various aviation undergraduate courses (15 credit hours per semester) in areas to include but not limited to Air Traffic Control.
Advise and mentor aviation students on academic and career aspirations.
Develop course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, tests, and lab projects.
Construct training aids and mock-ups.
Instruct Aviation Science and Management courses in both the labs and classroom
Evaluate student achievement and competence
Collaborate with faculty and occupational advisory committee
Be willing to learn and use D2L, our online teaching and learning platform

Required Educational Qualifications

Bachelor¿s Degree required with extensive experience in Air Traffic Control.

Required Experience

Minimum experience requirements: 10 years of ATC experience of which en route and Control Tower experience is required.

Other Required Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to teach and develop a broad array of aviation training courses

Preferred Educational Qualifications

Master¿s degree Preferred/bachelor¿s degree required

Preferred Experience

Additional experience in terminal or flight service is a plus.

Other Preferred Qualifications

FAA Control Tower Operator Certificate and current FAA class II medical would be favorable

• Letter of interest
• Teaching philosophy
• Curriculum Vitae
• Name and contact information for three professional references
• Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)

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Review of applications will begin immediately. Position open until filled. This position will begin August 1, 2025.

This is a full-time, 10-month, faculty position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include:

• Health insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave
• Parental Leave
• Retirement
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.