Aerospace Engineering (Aerospace Design and Systems Engineering), Assistant Professor

CSU Careers•Pomona, CA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (Cal Poly Pomona) is seeking applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Aerospace Engineering, starting Fall 2027. The university, one of three polytechnic institutions in the CSU system, emphasizes an integrative, experiential, learn-by-doing educational approach. Cal Poly Pomona is recognized for its diverse student body, commitment to social mobility, and strong academic programs, particularly in STEM fields. The College of Engineering is highly ranked and offers numerous ABET-accredited degrees. The Aerospace Engineering Department focuses on hands-on teaching, student-centered mentoring, and applied scholarship, with access to well-equipped laboratories. The department is dedicated to fostering an inclusive academic environment where students from diverse backgrounds can succeed.

Requirements

A Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering or a closely aligned field from an accredited university, conferred by the start date of the position.
Demonstrated ability or potential for teaching undergraduate and graduate aerospace engineering courses and developing design-oriented curriculum.
Demonstrated ability or potential for authoring peer-reviewed publications, securing external funding, and mentoring undergraduate and graduate student research.
Strong communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Academic experience or strength in Aerospace Design and Systems Engineering, with a particular interest in aircraft design and the design of complex aerospace systems.
Experience in systems engineering and model-based systems engineering (MBSE).
Industrial, government, or professional experience in aerospace engineering, aircraft design, systems engineering, or related areas.
A bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

Responsibilities

Teach lower-division, upper-division, and graduate courses in aerospace engineering, with expected contributions to aircraft design, spacecraft design, systems engineering, and other design-oriented areas.
Support the department’s senior design sequence and other project-based learning activities.
Develop new curriculum and learning experiences in aerospace design and systems engineering.
Establish an active scholarly program in their area of expertise.
Mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
Pursue external funding.
Participate in department, college, and university service.
Support the department’s polytechnic, hands-on educational mission.