Assistant Professor in Aerospace Engineering

Assistant Professor in Aerospace Engineering - Dynamics and ControlJoin to apply for the Assistant Professor in Aerospace Engineering - Dynamics and Control role at The California State UniversityPosition OverviewThe Aerospace Engineering Department at San José State University is pleased to announce a search for a full-time Assistant Professor beginning in August 2026.Target Start Date: August 2026Priority Application Deadline: December 15, 2025 (Applications may be accepted after the priority deadline until filled or closed)Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications, experience, and rank as established by the CSU Salary Schedule. Anticipated hiring academic year annual salary range: $102,000 - $126,000Benefits: Faculty employee benefits are competitive for the higher education sector. See the CSU Employee Benefits Summary for details about the CSU’s benefits package. Position DescriptionThe department offers an MSAE program (enrollment 77) and an ABET-accredited BSAE program (enrollment 512). Student populations are diverse, with Asian (33%) and Hispanic/Latinx (32%) as the two largest groups. The AE programs emphasize inclusive, student-centered pedagogy with project-based learning, laboratories in aerodynamics, structures, dynamics and controls, space systems engineering, and rocketry. Projects often involve collaboration with NASA and local industry. The college is a leading provider of engineers to Silicon Valley and features the Technology Education Satellite program (TechEdSat) developed with NASA Ames Research Center. A link to the Department is at https://www.sjsu.edu/ae/We value inclusive excellence and are committed to equity through research, teaching, and service. Applicants are invited to include a Statement of Inclusive Excellence in their materials. Required QualificationsPh.D. in Aerospace Engineering or closely related field.Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a socially and economically diverse student population, with experience in cross-cultural study, training, teaching, or similar settings. Preferred QualificationsSpecialization: Dynamics and control. Priority will be given to candidates with expertise in aerospace autonomous systems and/or eVTOL systems/urban air mobility. Key ResponsibilitiesTeach and assess undergraduate and graduate courses in the area of specialization; develop laboratory experiments to support teaching and research; supervise graduate and undergraduate student projects; engage in peer-reviewed scholarly work.Collaborate with faculty within and outside the department for curriculum design, assessment, and other scholarly pursuits; participate in shared governance and service on committees.Organize classes within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).Demonstrate awareness and experience in addressing the needs of a diverse student population through inclusive materials, teaching strategies, and advisement. Application ProcedureClick Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:letter of interestcurriculum vitaeinclusive excellence statement (2 pages maximum) or integrated into the letter of intereststatement of teaching interests/philosophy (2 pages maximum)research plans (2 pages maximum)three references with contact informationInquiries may be directed to the Department Chair or Search Committee Chair: Nikos Mourtos, nikos.mourtos@sjsu.edu. Conditions of EmploymentThe work for this position may be performed only in the State of California and requires establishing an on-campus presence. Employment is contingent upon US residence and eligibility to work in the United States. A satisfactory background check is required. Conditional offers may be rescinded if disqualifying information is found or if information is withheld or falsified.Equal Employment Opportunity and SafetySan José State University is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination on a range of bases. Reasonable accommodations are provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. The university also provides Clery Act and Fire Safety information as part of its campus safety disclosures.Note: The original posting included additional institutional context and non-essential listings not central to the role; this refined description focuses on the core responsibilities, qualifications, and application details relevant to the Assistant Professor in Aerospace Engineering - Dynamics and Control position. #J-18808-Ljbffr