The Aerospace Engineering Department is inviting applications for two tenure-track faculty positions at the Assistant Professor level. The positions will begin in August 2025 – Fall semester. The responsibilities will include teaching a wide variety of courses in aerospace engineering, with a primary focus on teaching and conducting research in at least one of the following areas:

1. Aerodynamics: Both Low- and High-Speed Aerodynamics with special interest in candidates with experience in theoretical and experimental Hypersonics.
2. Aerospace Structures: With a special interest in candidates with experience in theoretical and experimental aerospace structures.

A Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering or a closely aligned field from an accredited university is required by the date of appointment. Commitment to Inclusive Excellence and Student Success is required. Demonstrated ability to provide hands-on education in a multidisciplinary and diverse environment, excellent oral and written communication skills, a strong interest in curriculum and laboratory development in our B.S. and M.S. programs, pursuing grants, and supervising student research are preferred. Preference will be given to candidates with a B.S. degree in Aerospace Engineering from an ABET-accredited program, aerospace teaching, and industrial experience.

Opportunities for research, consulting, and summer employment in the aerospace industry and/or Government research centers are available in Southern California.

Consideration of completed applications will begin on October 20, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.

For expanded position description and application information, please go to PageUP.

For general inquiries and to express your interest in this position, email the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Navid Nakhjiri, at nnakhjiri@cpp.edu.

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