Assistant Professor of Aeronautical Science (NTT), Prescott Campus

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University • Prescott, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Aeronautical Science at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Prescott, Arizona campus is hiring a non-tenure-track Assistant Professor to start in Spring 2027. The faculty member will support the Aeronautical Science degree and may teach courses in areas including aerodynamics, performance, flight physiology, research methods, applied research, jet transport systems, turbine engine operations, electronic flight management systems, flight technique analysis, airline operations, and domestic and international navigation.

The position calls for experience in airline or corporate flight operations, or appropriate military experience. The successful candidate will be able to teach and develop courses across undergraduate aviation education, contribute to classroom and experiential learning, mentor undergraduate research, and demonstrate potential for scholarly activity.

The Aeronautical Science program at ERAU Prescott is AABI accredited and nationally recognized. It is the campus's largest degree program, with more than 1,000 undergraduate students, and emphasizes hands-on education and practical skills. The department has 19 full-time faculty.

Applications will be reviewed immediately and accepted until the position is filled. Applicants should apply through the Embry-Riddle Career Site using requisition number R312361 and provide a cover letter, full CV, teaching philosophy statements, and contact information for at least three professional references. References may be contacted during screening or interviews. Current Embry-Riddle employees should apply through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

Requirements

• Master’s degree; an aviation-related field is preferred.
• Experience in airline or corporate flight operations, or appropriate military experience.
• Demonstrated ability to teach; collegiate or Part 121/141 training-program experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor students or colleagues through the research and writing process.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated potential for scholarly activity.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in an aviation-related field.
• Teaching experience in collegiate or Part 121/141 training programs.
• Significant industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the Aeronautical Science degree through teaching.
• Teach and develop courses across undergraduate aviation education, with possible assignments in aerodynamics, performance, flight physiology, research methods, applied research, jet transport systems, turbine engine operations, electronic flight management systems, flight technique analysis, airline operations, and domestic and international navigation.
• Contribute to undergraduate education through classroom instruction and experiential learning opportunities.
• Mentor undergraduate research and support students through the research and writing process.
• Engage in scholarly activity.

Benefits

• 100% tuition coverage for the employee for one undergraduate and one graduate degree.
• Discounted tuition rates for a spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Employer retirement contribution of 6% of base salary.
• 4% matching retirement contribution with no vesting period.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level