Job Description

The Opportunity: 

The College of Engineering at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, Arizona, invites applications for a tenure track position in our Aerospace Engineering Department at the Assistant or Associate Professor levels, to start in Fall 2024 or Spring 2025. The Aerospace Engineering program offers two tracks where students can focus their studies: Aeronautics and Astronautics. The department is particularly interested in candidates with industry experience in one of these specialties.

The College of Engineering (COE) faculty are housed in a modern academic complex, which is adjacent to the 52,000 square foot STEM building that houses Robotics, Mechatronics, and Thermal-Energy Labs as well as our Rapid Prototyping Lab. The COE faculty also make extensive use of the Aerospace Experimentation and Fabrication laboratory complex. This building consists of a fabrication suite, space systems lab, structural dynamics lab, materials science lab, mechanical testing lab, structures lab, and dedicated faculty research labs. All of these labs feature state-of-the-art equipment for undergraduate student use. A new Eagle Learning Center (ELC) will be opening in Summer 2024 and will house our upgraded Wind Tunnel Laboratories and Propulsion Lab. The ELC is adjacent to several liquid and solid rocket test stands as well as our future energy park and a lunar terrain simulation field.

A complete application package should consist of: (1) a cover letter including the date of availability, (2) a curriculum vita including contact information for at least three professional references, (3) a statement of teaching philosophy including a list of courses the candidate would like to teach or develop, and (4) a statement describing the candidate’s professional goals. Qualified candidates who wish to be considered should apply online by visiting careers.erau.edu.

About Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University: 

At Embry-Riddle, we take pride in our position as the world's largest and most comprehensive university dedicated to aviation and aerospace. Located in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, our esteemed residential campuses offer a prestigious educational experience. However, our commitment to education knows no borders as our Worldwide campus expands our reach globally, providing a world-class education online and at approximately 110 locations across the United States, Asia, Europe, and Central and South America. This breadth of reach ensures that students can access our exceptional programs without geographical limitations. 

With a history spanning nearly a century, we have continually adapted to the dynamic needs of the industries we support. In the Academic Year 2022-23, we welcomed over 11,100 students to our residential campuses and over 19,000 students at our worldwide campus.  

Join our global community and embark on a journey of academic excellence and limitless possibilities. Employees working more than 30 hours a week can enjoy medical, dental and vision benefits, an amazing retirement plan with immediate vesting that includes a 6% gift and up to 4% match, free tuition for employees and their immediate family members, and a generous personal leave program. To find out more about our benefits and why ERAU has been named a “Great College to Work For” for 13 consecutive years, visit our careers page.

Embry-Riddle is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity. Embry-Riddle is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We continually strive to recognize, respect, and celebrate differences and cultural identities among individuals as we recruit, support, and embrace our diverse community. We work to provide a safe and inclusive environment and to create a climate free of discrimination where cultural competency is fostered through leadership, integrity, care, and respect.

Qualifications

An earned doctorate in Aerospace Engineering or similar degree along with related experience is highly desired; however, candidates with a Master's Degree and significant industry experience are strongly encouraged to apply.