Assistant/Associate Professor - Space

Job Summary

About the role

The Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department in the College of Engineering at The University of Texas at Arlington invites applications for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in the broad areas of Space Systems, Space Propulsion, and In-Orbit Technologies. Candidates with appropriate experience and credentials will be considered for the rank of Associate Professor.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrated expertise in one or more areas of space propulsion; spacecraft structures; guidance, navigation, and control; space robotics; spacecraft systems engineering; and orbital assembly and manufacturing.
• Develop a significant externally funded research program that includes a strong record of peer-reviewed publications, mentorship of graduate students and post-doctoral researchers, engagement of undergraduate researchers, contributions to PhD program development and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Participate in assigned department and university duties.
• Demonstrate leadership in relevant professional and technical societies.

Qualifications

• Earned a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering or a closely related discipline by the start date.
• Postdoctoral or industry research experience is desirable.

Pay

A competitive salary and research startup funds are available for this position.