Aerospace Engineering (UAS Autonomy and Geographical Information Systems), Assistant Professor

The California State University; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 107,312 - 111,312; Full time

Job summary

The California State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Aerospace Engineering. This position will commence in Fall 2027, focusing on UAS autonomy and related fields. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, developing curriculum, and establishing a scholarly program.

The successful candidate will support collaborative projects and mentor students. A Ph.D. in a relevant field is required, with preference for candidates with academic experience or industry expertise.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.
• Academic experience in UAS Autonomy and related fields is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach aerospace engineering courses at the undergraduate and graduate level.
• Support the senior project sequence and develop new curriculum.

Skills

UAS Autonomy

Geospatial Analysis

Aerospace Engineering

Teaching

Education

Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering or related field

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or related fields

Job description

Aerospace Engineering (UAS Autonomy and Geographical Information Systems), Assistant Professor

Job no: 559194
Work type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: Pomona
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Probationary, Full Time, Faculty - Engineering, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Salary Range: $107,312 - $111,312

Department of Aerospace Engineering

College of Engineering

A Cal Poly Pomona tenure-track Assistant Professor position is available beginning Fall 2027. The successful candidate will teach lower‑division, upper‑division and graduate courses, support the department’s senior‑project sequence, develop new curriculum and learning experiences in UAS autonomy, GIS, artificial intelligence and geospatial data analysis, and establish an active scholarly program. Responsibilities include teaching, mentoring students, pursuing external funding, participating in departmental, college and university service, and working closely with other colleges to develop new UAS and GIS minors.

Responsibilities

• Teach aerospace engineering courses at the undergraduate and graduate level.
• Support senior project sequence and other project‑based learning activities.
• Develop and deliver curriculum in UAS autonomy, GIS, AI/ML, Geospatial Data Analysis, Photogrammetry, and Mapping.
• Establish an active scholarly program in their area of expertise.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Pursue external funding and participate in department, college and university service.
• Collaborate with other colleges to develop new courses and UAS/GIS minors.

Minimum requirements

• A Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Remote Sensing, Geospatial Analysis or a closely aligned field from an accredited university. The degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications

• Academic experience or strength in UAS Autonomy, Aircraft Stability and Control, Avionics System, Mission Planning, and Sensing and Data Acquisition.
• Demonstrated ability or potential for teaching undergraduate and graduate aerospace engineering courses and developing autonomy, control, and sensing‑oriented curriculum.
• Demonstrated ability or potential for authoring peer‑reviewed publications, securing external funding, and mentoring undergraduate and graduate student research.
• Industrial, government, or professional experience in aerospace engineering, aircraft design, systems engineering, or related areas.
• A bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related fields from an ABET‑accredited program.
• Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills.

EEO Statement

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly Pomona provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly Pomona complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209, and other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws.

Reasonable Accommodation

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the ADA Coordinator by e‑mail at [e-mail].