Assistant Professor, Fall 2027 - Aerospace Engineering

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics. The successful candidate will develop an externally sponsored research program, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, mentor students, and contribute to service activities within the College.

We seek candidates with a clear vision for advancing space discovery and advanced mobility solutions, and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a PhD in engineering or a related discipline.
• Ability to create undergraduate and graduate learning environments for diverse students.
• Develop an externally sponsored research program, mentor graduate students, collaborate with faculty, and engage in service.

Responsibilities

• Create and lead undergraduate and graduate learning environments addressing diverse student needs.
• Develop an externally sponsored research program and mentor graduate students.
• Collaborate with other faculty and participate in university and professional service.

Education

PhD in engineering or related discipline

Job description

Assistant Professor, Fall 2027 - Aerospace Engineering

College/School/Unit: Cockrell School of Engineering

Department: Aerospace Engineering & EngineeringMechanics

Posted: Sep 11, 2026

Apply By: Open until filled

Description

The Department of Aerospace Engineeringand Engineering Mechanics at The University of Texas atAustin invites applicants for a full-time tenure-track facultyposition at the rank of Assistant Professor. The field of aerospaceengineering is undergoing revolutionary transformation in 1) Spacediscovery, observations, and connectivity and in 2) Advanced airmobility solutions. Applicants with expertise in all disciplinespertinent to these two application areas are encouraged to applyfor the position. We seek exceptional candidates who hold promisefor leading these transformations. An emphasis will be placed onapplicants who have a clear vision about how they will contributeto these emerging areas of aerospace engineering.

The Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics is committed to supporting the success of all members of ourcommunity: students, staff, and faculty. A successful candidate canexpect to benefit from and contribute to these efforts.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a PhD in engineering or a related discipline.The successful candidate will be expected to create undergraduateand graduate learning environments that address the needs ofstudents from a variety of backgrounds, with differing learningstyles and abilities. Further, the successful applicant will beexpected to develop an externally sponsored research program,mentor graduate students, collaborate with other faculty, and beinvolved in service to the university and profession.

The successful candidate will be required to complete an EmploymentEligibility Verification form and provide documents to verifyidentity and eligibility to work in the USA. A security sensitivebackground check will be conducted on the applicant selected.

Please address questions to Prof. David Goldstein, the Faculty Search Committee Chair ([e-mail])

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equalopportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with allapplicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination andaffirmative action. The University is committed to a policy ofequal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on thebasis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex,sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability,religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs andactivities, and admissions.