Adjunct Professor for SUAS/Drone Technology

Date Posted:

June 3, 2026

Compensation:

$700,

Per Credit Hour Taught Required Education Level:

Postgraduate Degree Job Description Redlands Community College is seeking qualified candidates for an adjunct teaching position in our Uncrewed and Autonomous Aircraft Systems/Drone Technology program, funded in part by the National Science Foundation. This part-time, adjunct faculty role will provide on-site instruction in one or more courses related to drone technology, flight principles, FAA Part 107, and drone-based videography, photography, and mapping applications. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Teach classroom and hands-on drone/SUAS courses, including the preparation and delivery of lectures related to drone operations, safety procedures, regulatory compliance, mission planning, and industry applications Conduct flight training for beginner and intermediate level pilots Support curriculum integrity in collaboration with the Principal Investigator Maintain accurate records of student attendance, assessment, and training activities Supervise student projects involving mapping, aerial photography, agriculture, inspection, public safety, and monitoring Collaborate with faculty, industry, and workforce partners to support program growth, and internship opportunities Support accreditation, grant-funded activities, and program assessment initiatives when applicable Follow the official Redlands Community College academic course calendar, including designated start/end times, holiday breaks, and all policies related to grade submission and posting Assess student achievement and foster progress toward established learning objectives Interact with students in an effective, supportive, and encouraging manner both individually and in group settings Qualifications include: Master's degree in the teaching discipline or a master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the discipline required, or tested experience in accordance with our Standard of Practice - Minimally Qualified Faculty. Given the technical nature of this position, qualification will most likely be a combination of academic qualifications and tested experience. ( https://www.redlandscc.edu/life-redlands/job-bank/minimally-qualified-faculty Current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification in good standing Demonstrated experience operating drones safely in recreational, commercial, educational, or public-sector environments Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing with clear, grammatically correct English Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), email, and internet use Redlands Community College utilizes Canvas as its Learning Management System; candidates will be expected to effectively operate within this environment (training is available) To apply: Qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online below, and submit a cover letter, resume, copies of college transcripts and/or certifications, and list three references with names, addresses, and phone numbers. Related Items Adjunct Professor for English Adjunct Professor for Speech Communications Bus Driver for Upward Bound Applying To apply for any positions please complete the online employment application and upload the documentation specified in the advertisement. For additional information contact Kim Andrade, Director of Human Resources, at 405.422.1267 or email her at Human.

Resources@redlandscc.edu. Benefits You can view our Employee Benefits page, to learn more about working for Redlands. Faculty All Faculty must meet our Standard of Practice - Minimally Qualified Faculty degree qualifications. Background Check Any applicant selected for an interview will be required to complete a Background Screening Authorization form, along with their personal Background Check Information. A background check will not be run on you unless you are recommended for the position. For a summary of your rights under the Fair Credit Report Act, any background check disclosure statements, an authorization for background check, and a form to list your personal background check information, please see the links listed below: 2019 Background Check Disclosure Document 2019 Summary of Your Rights Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act 2019 Authorization for Background Check including Personal Information 2019 California Disclosure Document 2019 New York Disclosure Document 2019 San Francisco Disclosure Document 2019 Various States Disclosure Document Additional Information Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Redlands Community College will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Redlands Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, or status as a veteran, in any of its educational programs, activities, policies, practices, or procedures, including, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, eligibility for financial aid, and educational services, in accordance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, and other federal laws and regulations. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College's nondiscrimination policies: Compliance Officer, Redlands Community College, 1300 S. Country Club Road, El Reno, OK 73036-5304, 405.262.2552. Clery Statement Redlands Community College is committed to providing a safe place to live, work, study and visit. Part of this effort includes sharing information regarding the safety and security of our campuses. Redlands provides email notifications to all students, faculty and staff when a Clery Crime occurs in or near Redlands Community College campus or any of its sites. These notifications are primarily sent if the incident poses an ongoing safety threat as determined by the President of the College or his designee. The act requires colleges and universities to make "timely warnings," known as "Safety Alerts" at Redlands, to campus community members about specific types of crime if an ongoing threat is believed to exist. Information regarding our recent three-year period Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, as well as the Emergency Preparedness Guide, can be found on the Campus Security page.