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Assistant/Associate Professor - Space


Company : MSCCN


Location : Arlington, TX


Created : 2026-04-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

The Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department in the College of Engineering at The University of Texas at Arlington invites applications for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in the broad areas of Space Systems, Space Propulsion, and In-Orbit Technologies. Candidates with appropriate experience and credentials will be considered for the rank of Associate Professor..Applicants with demonstrated expertise in one or more areas of space propulsion; spacecraft structures; guidance, navigation, and control; space robotics; spacecraft systems engineering; and orbital assembly and manufacturing are invited to apply. In addition to a clear research focus, successful applicants are expected to develop a significant externally funded research program that includes a strong record of peer-reviewed publications, mentorship of graduate students and post-doctoral researchers, engagement of undergraduate researchers, contributions to PhD program development and interdisciplinary collaboration.Applicants are expected to effectively teach undergraduate and graduate courses, participate in assigned department and university duties, and demonstrate leadership in relevant professional and technical societies. A competitive salary and research startup funds are available for this position..The candidate must have earned a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering or a closely related discipline by the start date..Postdoctoral or industry research experience is desirable.