Director of Student Success – Future Opportunities
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
| Company | Aviation Institute of Maintenance |
| Category | Education |
| Location | Fremont |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Director |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 27 Jan 2026 |
| Last verified | 10 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
Training Tomorrow's Technicians to Become Skilled, Employable and Essential.
About Us - Big Changes, Better Benefits - Join us today!
The Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) , established in 1969, is a premier institution dedicated to advancing the field of aviation maintenance through exceptional education and training. With 15 campuses nationwide, AIM is a cornerstone in the aviation industry, accounting for 20% of all students attending FAA-certified Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) schools across the country. Each year, AIM proudly contributes to the graduation of nearly one in four certified aircraft technicians in America.
At AIM, you'll become part of a dynamic team of educators and leaders, all united by a shared commitment to delivering top-notch training and ensuring student success. We are passionate about equipping the next generation of aircraft technicians with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the aviation industry. If you are eager to make a meaningful impact and help shape the future of aviation maintenance, AIM offers a rewarding environment where your contributions will truly matter. Director of Student Success – Future Opportunities
Location : 420 Whitney Pl, Fremont, CA 94539
Schedule : 2 Days 9 - 6; 2 Days 10 - 7; Friday 8 - 5
Compensation : $80,000 to $95,000
Are you a strategic, student-center leader who is passionate about helping students achieve life-changing results?
Are you a hands-on leader who thrives in a performance-drive environment?
If so, we would love to hear from you!
We are building up a talent pool for future Director of Student Success opportunities.
About the Role
The Director of Student Success is critical to ensuring our students are supported, engaged, and successful from enrollment through graduation and into meaningful employment. In this role, you will lead across Student Services and Career Services , aligning teams, systems, and strategies to drive measurable outcomes in retention, certification, graduation, and job placement.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the Full Student Lifecycle
Design and lead campus-wide retention and persistence strategies
Partner closely with academic leadership to identify at-risk students and implement timely interventions
Ensure students stay on track to meet academic, FAA certification, and graduation milestones
Drive Certification and Graduation Success
Oversee processes tied to FAA certification readiness, testing milestones, as well as accurate scheduling, follow-up, and reporting of FAA written exams and related requirements
Lead graduation preparation activities, including exit interviews, completion reviews, and transition planning
Oversee Career Readiness and Graduate Placement
Lead strategies focused on job readiness, professionalism, and placement outcomes, including ensuring that students and graduates receive high-quality coaching
Build and maintain strong relationships with employers and industry partners
Lead, Develop, and Inspire Teams
Directly supervise student services and career services staff
Coach, mentor, and develop team members while fostering accountability and collaboration
Promote a unified culture that emphasizes proactive support and measurable outcomes
Support onboarding and training of new staff
Use Data to Drive Decisions
Monitor retention, certification, graduation, and placement data on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis
Analyze trends, identify risks, and implement improvement strate