Open Rank - Assistant/Associate/Professor

NC State College of Engineering; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Retirement Programs

Paid Time Off

12 Holidays Each Year

Job summary

NC State College of Engineering invites applications for open rank tenure-track faculty positions in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE). The search emphasizes aerostructures, advanced manufacturing for aerospace and mechanical applications, and complex system design, with responsibilities spanning teaching and research.

Initial appointments are at Assistant/Associate/Professor levels, with salary commensurate with experience. Applicants should have a Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field, completed before the start date.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses.

Responsibilities

• Research in aerostructures, manufacturing, and engineering design.
• Teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in MAE.
• Contribute to department service and program development.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Undergraduate and graduate mentoring

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Posting Details Posting Information Posting Number PG194966EP Internal Recruitment No Working Title Open Rank - Assistant/Associate/Professor Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with experience and education Work Schedule Monday - Friday Job Location Raleigh, NC Department Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering

About the Department

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) at North Carolina State University (Raleigh, NC) is the largest in the state and among the largest and most prominent in the nation. The department offers Bachelor of Science (BS), Master of Science (MS) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees in both Mechanical Engineering (ME) and Aerospace Engineering (AE). The department also offers accelerated BS/MS degrees in both programs.

Current research specialization in MAE includes dynamic systems and controls, robotics and automation, biomechanics, design optimization, smart materials and structures, MEMS and NEMS, advanced manufacturing, renewable energy systems, combustion, aerodynamics, UAV flight research, hypersonics, propulsion, space exploration systems, and computational fluid dynamics.

The MAE Department has an enrollment of over 1,800 undergraduates and 400 graduate students. The department is housed in Engineering Building III, a four-story, 250,000-square foot facility built in 2010. Several additional facilities house wind tunnels, an anechoic chamber, internal combustion engine dynamometers, and additional research labs. NC State’s location on Centennial Campus, combined with its proximity to the Research Triangle Park and neighboring universities, provides extensive opportunities for academic and industrial interaction and collaboration.

The mission of the MAE department is to be a flagship engineering department that benefits all people of North Carolina and the global society by making a profound impact on current and emerging science and technologies; fostering exemplary, synergistic multidisciplinary research and education programs in close partnership with industry and government; providing the environment for innovative professional and scholarly development; and graduating highly skilled, ethical engineers who will thrive in a rapidly changing world and be future leaders in technology and society.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

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What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at North Carolina State University invites applications for multiple tenured or tenure track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor with particular interest in aerostructures, manufacturing, and engineering design disciplines.

Aerostructures

• Including but not limited to: 1) structures for space platforms; 2) fluid and/or thermal structure interactions, aerothermoelasticity, nonlinear structural dynamics and multiphysics phenomena as it relates to aerostructures; 3) physical reservoir computing and concepts relating to mechanically embodied intelligence for aerospace applications; and 4) advanced multifunctional structures for aerospace applications.

Advanced Manufacturing For Aerospace, Mechanical, And Marine Applications

• Including but not limited to: 1) modeling and simulations of manufacturing processes for innovation and scale up; 2) rapid and advanced manufacturing of hot structures and extreme-environment components, including space manufacturing; 3) multiphysics modeling, sensing, and process monitoring to inform manufacturing decisions; 4) AI/ML-enabled, intelligent, and autonomous manufacturing, including digital twins and advanced process control; and 5) quantum manufacturing paradigms, including quantum-enabled manufacturing and other transformative manufacturing technologies.

Complex System Design for aerospace, mechanical, and marine applications, exploring how advanced computational tools can change the way systems are conceived, optimized, and manufactured

• Including but not limited to: 1) Human-AI collaboration and co-teaming; 2) multidisciplinary optimization tools to synchronize design and digital manufacturing; 3) design decision-making under uncertainty; and 4) the strategic management of change to create resilient systems.

Other Responsibilities

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field, completed before the start date.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field, completed before the start date.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses.

Other Required Qualifications

n/a

Preferred Qualifications

Applicants with expertise in applications of aerostructures, manufacturing, and engineering design disciplines.

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

n/a

Valid NC Driver's License required No Commercial Driver's License required No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date 10/14/2026 Anticipated Close Date Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV), research statement, teaching statement, and contact information for three professional references. Application review will begin on December 1, 2026.

Position Details

Position Number 00000648 Position Type Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0 Appointment 9 Month Recurring Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event Department ID 140901 - Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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Supplemental Questions

• * How did you learn about this position? (Open Ended Question)
• If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source. (Open Ended Question)

Application Materials Required

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Contact Information for References
• Research Statement
• Teaching Statement

Optional Documents