Visiting Assistant Professor of Aerospace Engineering
Company: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Location: Daytona Beach
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description The Opportunity The Department of Aerospace
Engineering at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) in
Daytona Beach, Florida invites applications for a full-time
visiting faculty position for the Spring 2026 semester, starting in
January of 2026. We are particularly interested in candidates
capable of teaching undergraduate structures and materials courses.
About the Department of Aerospace Engineering The Department of
Aerospace Engineering, the largest in the nation with an enrollment
of over 2300 students, offers Bachelor, Master, and Ph.D. degrees,
including 75 students in our PhD program. The undergraduate program
is currently ranked 4 and the graduate program is ranked 28 by U.S.
News and World Report. To achieve national prominence, the
Department has launched an ambitious agenda focused on expanding
the graduate programs, facilities, recruiting talented faculty, and
building research infrastructure and capabilities. In support of
this agenda, the University has invested in a new 50,000 square
foot engineering building, the John Mica Engineering and Aerospace
Innovation Complex (MicaPlex), housing several research
laboratories (https://erau.edu/research-park/micaplex/labs) a
state-of-the-art subsonic wind tunnel, and a new Flight Research
Center facility, all as part of a Research Park with incubator
space and growing number of industry creating an eco-system to
support innovation and entrepreneurship. Click this link to see our
state-of-the-art lab facilities, hear from our incredible students
and discover why Embry-Riddle is a great place to work:
https://youtu.be/tHkwPE6y6Ds. The College of Engineering empowers
students to become engineering leaders, innovators, and
entrepreneurs. Home to more than 3,500 students and one of the
nation's best undergraduate Aerospace Engineering programs, our
vision is to shape the future of the aerospace industry. We pride
ourselves on our commitment to groundbreaking aerospace research
and innovation, as well as our supportive and inclusive learning
community. Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace
With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a
Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle
stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university.
For 100 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields,
serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the
2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied
Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety,
Security, and Space. Click here to take a virtual tour of the
Daytona Beach Campus! Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle! Generous
Time Off: Enjoy 9 paid holidays, including the day after
Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one
undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for
your spouse and dependent children up to age 26. Retirement
Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your
retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no
vesting period. Qualifications Required Education and
Qualifications: Earned Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering
or a closely related field Preferred Education and Qualifications:
PhD degree as well as industry experience Application
process/requirements Priority will be given to completed
applications received by 11/1/2025 and review of applications will
continue until the position is filled. To submit your application
for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and
search for requisition number R310451 . Please attach all relevant
materials to your application when you apply online. Complete
submissions include a single document that contains the following:
Cover letter that includes teaching preferences Curriculum Vitae
Contact information for at least three professional references
(please note that references may be contacted as part of the
interview/screening process) Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please
apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application
within Workday. Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace
where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure
that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and
provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement,
compensation, training, and other benefits of employment.
Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring,
promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on
individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is
strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such
behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex,
disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics,
age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected
by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational
programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other
school-administered programs or activities. For further
information, please visit our website .
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