Overview:

• Collaborate with a world-leading aviation training provider and help shape the future of aviation education
• Engage in purposeful work that impacts students, industry, and the broader aviation ecosystem
• Based at the Melbourne and Point Cook campus; hybrid ways of working available (as applicable)
• Flexible, project-based engagement aligned with your availability and expertise

About the Role
RMIT Aviation Academy is seeking expressions of interest from experienced aviation professionals to join our casual pool. These roles are ideal for industry specialists with deep expertise in aviation safety, airline operations, airport management, aviation security, or human factors who are passionate about shaping the next generation of aviation talent.
As a casual industry specialist, you will support the design and/or delivery of high-quality, relevant learning experiences across our student and industry-facing programs. This may include contributing to curriculum design, co-delivering workshops, mentoring students, or providing technical input into short courses and micro credentials.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute subject matter expertise to the design of learning materials and course content
• Deliver or co-deliver workshops, guest lectures, or short courses to students and/or industry clients
• Review and provide feedback on curriculum, assessments, or training resources
• Support the integration of real-world case studies and emerging industry trends into learning activities
• Collaborate with academic and operational teams to ensure content relevance and quality
• Represent industry best practice and support the Academy’s goal of future-ready aviation education

About You

To be successful in this position, you’ll have:

• Significant professional experience (5+ years) in one or more of the following areas:
• Aviation safety – SMS, QMS, FOQA
• Airline or flight operations
• Airport management or security
• Human factors and safety culture
• A passion for education mentoring, and/or capability building
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to translate complex operational knowledge into engaging learning content
• Previous training or instructional experience (desirable but not essential)

Applications will reviewed as they are received and interviews may occur prior to the application close date.
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.
About the Academy
RMIT University is a global leader in aviation and aerospace education, research, and training, with a proud legacy spanning more than 80 years in aviation and aerospace education. Consistently ranked among the world’s top universities for aviation and aerospace engineering, RMIT is renowned for producing industry-ready graduates and shaping the future of flight through innovation, safety, and sustainability.
The RMIT Aviation Academy is the University’s flagship centre for flight training and aviation workforce development. With operations across multiple campuses and flight training bases, the Academy delivers integrated pilot training pathways, advanced flight instructor programs, and bespoke
training solutions for industry and government partners. It plays a critical role in responding to Australia’s and the region’s aviation workforce needs, underpinned by a strong safety culture, regulatory compliance, and a future-focused approach to digital and technical excellence.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/partner/hubs/aviation-academy
To Apply
Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.

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Applications Close:
27 June 2025 11.59 pm
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• Contribute subject matter expertise to the design of learning materials and course content
• Deliver or co-deliver workshops, guest lectures, or short courses to students and/or industry clients
• Review and provide feedback on curriculum, assessments, or training resources
• Support the integration of real-world case studies and emerging industry trends into learning activities
• Collaborate with academic and operational teams to ensure content relevance and quality
• Represent industry best practice and support the Academy’s goal of future-ready aviation educatio