Assistant or Associate Professor, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering ( Aerospace Engineering)

Carleton International; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 78,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Carleton University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. Applicants must have aerospace expertise, with openness to a broad knowledge base. Experience with aeronautical/space industries or research institutes is an asset.

Start date aimed at July 1, 2026, with flexibility. The candidate should lead interdisciplinary, multi‑institution, and industrially supported research,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in engineering with aerospace focus.
• Proven record of research output and potential for independent funding.
• Demonstrated teaching excellence or strong potential.
• Eligibility for licensure as a Professional Engineer in Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Lead interdisciplinary, multi‑institution, and industry‑supported research.
• Balance research supervision with innovative undergraduate and graduate teaching.
• Develop externally funded, high‑quality research programs.
• Contribute to the academic life of the unit and collaborate with faculty.

Skills

Aerospace engineering expertise

Teaching excellence

Teaching aptitude for undergraduate &

Research leadership

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Equity, diversity & inclusion

Aerospace industry experience asset

Education

Ph.D. in engineering (aeronautical/astronautical/aerospace)

Professional Engineer in Ontario or eligible

Job description

• Field of Specialization:Aerospace Engineering
• Academic Unit: Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
• Category of Appointment: Preliminary (Tenure-Track)
• Rank/Position Title: Assistant or Associate Professor
• Salary Range: Starting at $86,458
  Existing Vacancy (No/Yes): Yes
• Start Date: July 1st, 2026 (Flexible)

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Applicants must have expertise in Aerospace, but the position is open to a wide range of knowledge. Experiences related to aeronautical/space industries, government agencies, or research institutes/centres would be an asset. Candidates with expertise in airframe multidisciplinary design and optimization, aerospace vehicle performance, or avionics are encouraged to apply. The target start date is July 1, 2026, although this is flexible.

The candidate should have the vision and capabilities to lead interdisciplinary, multi-institution, and industrially supported research projects in their area of expertise. Candidates seeking a balanced academic career involving significant research, supervision and training of a research team of graduate and undergraduate students, and innovative teaching in undergraduate and graduate engineering programs, are ideal.

We encourage applications from candidates from groups underrepresented in engineering with potential or experience in mentoring students from such groups.

About the Academic Unit

At the Bachelor’s level, the Department has 4 programs: Mechanical, Aerospace, Biomedical & Mechanical, and Sustainable & Renewable Energy Engineering. The Aerospace Engineering program is divided into 4 streams: Stream A (Aerodynamics, Propulsion, and Vehicle Performance), Stream B (Aerospace Structures, Systems, and Vehicle Design), Stream C (Aerospace Electronics and Systems), and Stream D (Space Systems Design). At the Master’s level, the Department offers degrees in Mechanical, Aerospace, Materials, Biomedical, and Sustainable Energy Engineering. At the Ph.D. level, the Department offers degrees in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.

The Department’s substantial strength in aerospace engineering stems from a very long history of aerospace education and research. The size and breadth of the Department’s faculty complement with research expertise in aerospace place Carleton amongst the leading aerospace institutions in Canada. Information on the Department is available at http://carleton.ca/mae .

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in engineering, preferably in aeronautical, astronautical, aerospace, or another related field. With prior research or industrial experience, candidates close to completion of their Ph.D. will also be considered.
• A proven track record of advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in the discipline and on campus will be considered an asset.
• Be licensed, or eligible to become licensed, as a professional engineer in the province of Ontario.
• Demonstrated teaching excellence or potential for outstanding teaching contributions.
• Demonstrated aptitude for teaching courses at both the undergraduate and graduate level.
• Excellent track record of research output that demonstrates potential for independent research.
• Demonstrated potential for innovative and scholarly research and the ability to develop an externally funded, high quality research program.
• Excellent ability to contribute to the academic life of the Unit.
• High potential for collaborative research with existing members of the Unit is an asset. Areas of research include Aeroacoustics, Aerodynamics, Aero-Structures, Materials, Gas Turbines, Prognostics and Monitoring, Robotics, and Space & Satellite Technologies, among others.

Located in Ottawa, Carleton is an innovative teaching and research institution with a tradition of leading changes. Internationally recognized academics, staff, and researchers engage more than 31,000 students in over 100 programs of study. Carleton has long been known for promoting research excellence and connectedness and is involved in partnerships around the globe. With strong leadership, it enjoys a healthy financial position and our proximity to government and cultural institutions, media, and a thriving knowledge economy make Carleton and Ottawa a great place to work, learn, and live. Our picturesque campus is fully accessible and, along with award-winning student services, Carleton’s Paul Menton Centre for Students with Disabilities has been heralded as the gold standard for disability support services in Canada. Learn more about our university and the city of Ottawa at https://carleton.ca/deputyprovost/jobs/ .

Accessibility is a university strategic priority and applicants selected for an interview who require any accommodation are invited to contact the Chair as soon as possible to ensure that appropriate arrangements may be made.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. All positions are subject to budgetary approval.