Job Description
We are currently hiring adjunct faculty to teach SPAC 300- Satellite and Spacecraft Systems.
Course Description
Orbital satellites and spacecraft are discussed according to their application, design, and environment. The power system, shielding, and communication systems are reviewed along with their missions, space environment and limitations.
Please note that ERAU policy requires that all adjuncts be physically located within the United States while working for the University, including during training. Presently, we are able to support work for new adjuncts from all U.S. states except California . ERAU does not support work from international locations with some limited exceptions for individuals who are residing and working from U.S. military bases.
If selected for this role, the candidate will be required to provide proof of stated qualifications. This includes, but is not limited to, official transcripts, copies of professional licenses/certifications, documentation of military experience, and/or verified professional industry related experience.
About us
For nearly 100 years, Embry-Riddle has been the world's leading aviation and aerospace university, educating more than 30,000 students across residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, as well as through a global network of Worldwide locations and online programs. With more than 165,000 alumni around the world, our impact reaches every corner of the aerospace, aviation, defense and technology industries.
Today, our faculty, researchers and professional staff are advancing innovation across aviation, space, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, autonomous systems and next-generation engineering. Working alongside industry leaders, government agencies and innovators, they are solving real-world challenges and shaping the technologies that will define tomorrow.
Whether you are an educator, researcher, administrator, technologist or industry professional, your work at Embry-Riddle will contribute to something bigger than a job. Join a community driven by discovery, purpose and excellence—and help shape the future of aerospace.
Applicable Professional Certification
Rated/certified military operations officer or civil equivalent for space systems/unmanned aerial systems or any professional certification related to satellite spacecraft system operations.
Qualifications
Applicant Qualifications
Doctor’s or Master’s degree in teaching discipline, or a Masters' degree with a concentration in teaching discipline (minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline).
Desired Professional Training or Experience
- Experience at a Military / Civilian organization operating space systems (including unmanned/manned aerial systems).
- Active membership in professional organizations in engineering, i.e., National Academy of Engineering, National Society of Professional Engineers or other organizations in fields related to development, testing, operation, training, or maintenance of unmanned/manned aerial systems, robotic, or related technology.
- Active membership in professional organizations in astronomical/astrophysical sciences, e.g., American Astronomical Society, Royal Astronomical Society (UK), or other organizations in fields related to application of unmanned/manned aerial systems and sensors in space.
Degrees Within the Teaching Discipline
- Aerospace, Aeronautical, Astronautical Engineering
- Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology/Technician
- Aeronautics, Aviation, Aerospace Science and Technology
- Electrical, Electronics & Communications Engineering
- Electrical, Electronic & Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
- Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
- Engineering, General
- Engineering Technology, General
- Engineering Mechanics
- Engineering Physics
- Engineering, Other
- Engineering Technology, General
- Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians, Other
- Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
- Mechanical Engineering Related Technology/Technician, Other
- Science, Technology and Society
- Science Technologies/Technicians, Other
- Systems Engineering
- Uncrewed Systems and Technology
- Other - With documented experience
