Instructor, Aeronautical Sciences Summer School
The Museum of FlightSeattle, Washington, United States
Posted March 25, 2026
77550 - 108500 USD
Full Time
About the Company
The Museum of Flight is a leading aviation museum located in Seattle, Washington, showcasing an extensive collection of historic aircraft, spacecraft, and aviation artifacts. Its core mission is to inspire curiosity about flight through interactive exhibits, educational programs, and immersive experiences that highlight the evolution of aviation technology. The museum emphasizes hands‑on learning, offering flight simulators, guided tours, and STEM workshops for visitors of all ages. A distinguishing feature of the institution is its strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring that all guests, staff, and community members feel welcomed and represented in every program and exhibit.
Job Description
The Instructor supports the mission of The Museum of Flight by providing instruction for formal high school summer school courses in aviation concepts, creating a foundation of aeronautical knowledge needed in the aviation industry.
Requirements
- Experience working in the aviation industry or a background in aviation
- Experience teaching or facilitating programming and learning to high school students preferred
- Experience training others in the aviation industry preferred
- Knowledge of basic aviation principals and concepts
- Private Pilot License, Ground Instructor Certification, Certified Flight Instructor, or other aviation certification preferred
Benefits
- Accrued sick leave
- Paid working holidays
- 403(b) retirement plan
- 25% discount at the Museum Store
