Job Description

Discover Your Future with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University!  

Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace  

With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space.  

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!   

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 9 paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.  
• Personal Leave: Relax with 12 days of personal leave for non-exempt employees or 18 days for exempt full-time employees in your first year.   
• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.  
• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period.  

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University recognizes the value of diversity and is dedicated to fostering a positive climate in which all students, faculty, and staff are encouraged in their professional, social, and intellectual pursuits. Embry-Riddle is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and affirmative action for qualified individuals. The University does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.  

Opportunity:   

Join the Aviation and Aerospace vanguard!  

Step into a dynamic role with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, where innovation meets opportunity. Be part of a leading institution that’s at the forefront of aviation, aerospace, and STEM education. We offer an exciting environment, cutting-edge projects, and the chance to influence tomorrow. Ready to make a difference? Take flight with Embry-Riddle and explore this diverse career opportunity today.  

The Computer, Electrical, and Software Engineering Department at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, AZ invites applications for a non-tenure track faculty position as an Assistant or Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering for the 2025-2026 Academic Year.

The Computer, Electrical, and Software Engineering Department is a part of the College of Engineering. The College of Engineering also houses the Aerospace Engineering Department and Mechanical Engineering Department.  A Cyber Intelligence and Security degree program in the College of Security and Intelligence includes an isolated cyber and computer forensics lab that offers collaborative project opportunities.  A Simulation Science, Games and Animation degree program in the College of Arts and Sciences includes a lab supporting VR/AR/XR development, motion and face capture, and welcomes collaboration.  There are many other opportunities for inter-departmental teaching and research.  Our fully accredited undergraduate engineering programs place students in aerospace companies and major university graduate schools across the nation.  

Description:

Interest and ability to teach introductory undergraduate engineering design and programming courses along with electrical engineering courses and laboratories is essential, and experience with aviation/aerospace applications is highly desirable.  Additional responsibilities of the position include recruitment of students, advising and mentoring undergraduate students, course and program assessment and development, and university/community service.  Excellent interpersonal skills, written and oral communications skills, and a strong command of the English language are required.

Qualifications

The successful candidate should have an earned doctorate in electrical or computer engineering or a related field.  A MS degree in electrical or computer engineering or equivalent with extensive industry experience is also acceptable. Preferred areas of expertise for this position include signals and systems, modern control systems and robotics, autonomous systems and navigation systems.  Significant industry, entrepreneurial and/or teaching experience would strengthen a candidate’s credentials, but recent graduates are also encouraged to apply.

To apply, submit the following:

1. A letter of application addressing all of the above-required qualifications;

2. Statements of teaching philosophy and experience;

3. A current curriculum vitae; and

4. Unofficial transcripts.

Applicants must include three (3) references with contact information in the application. Letters of recommendation will be requested for shortlisted candidates.