"Adjunct Faculty (In-Person)- Misawa, Aomori, Japan- PACOM (AERO 309- Aerodynamic Performance of Flight Vehicles)"

Job Description

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Opportunity:

We are currently hiring adjunct faculty to teach AERO 309- Aerodynamic Performance of Flight Vehicles.

Course Description

This course includes a history of atmospheric flight, properties of the atmosphere, concepts of fluid flows, dimensional analysis, airfoil and wing aerodynamics, propulsion including reciprocating and gas turbines, airplane performance, and stability and control.

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.

Qualifications

Applicant Qualifications

Faculty must have a Master or Doctorate degree (e.g. PhD, EdD, ScD, DrPH) with dissertation, experience or published research in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field and demonstrated experience in research methodologies.

Applicable Professional Certification

N/A

Degrees Within the Teaching Discipline

Aerospace Engineering (including Aeronautics and Astronautics)
Mechanical Engineering