Job Details

Type: Full-Time
Posted: October 9, 2025
Application Due: Open Until Filled
Category: Aerospace Engineering
Location: Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU), Murfreesboro, TN

Position Title: Aerospace, Tenure-Track Faculty

Department: Aerospace

University Expectation

Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) seeks candidates who are committed to innovative teaching, robust research or creative activity, and meaningful service.
The university values culturally and academically diverse faculty who are dedicated to working with students from diverse backgrounds.

Salary

The salary and rank will be commensurate with education and experience.

Job Summary / Basic Function

The Department of Aerospace at MTSU invites applications for four full-time, tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor.
Start Date: August 1, 2026

Successful candidates will:

• Teach core and concentration-specific aerospace courses (depending on qualifications).

• Conduct collaborative and multidisciplinary research.

• Engage in university and professional service activities.

Instructional delivery may occur in classrooms, labs, online, at the airport, or at off-campus locations.

Required Education

Applicants must meet one of the following qualifications:

1. Ph.D. in aerospace, aviation, engineering, management, or a closely related field; or
   a terminal degree in any field with a master’s degree in aerospace, aviation, engineering, management, education, or a closely related discipline (required by appointment date).

2. Master’s degree in aerospace, aviation, engineering, management, or a related field with five (5) years of full-time aerospace or aviation industry experience, or military aerospace experience (considered in lieu of a terminal degree).

Required Related Experience

• Three (3) years of progressively advancing civilian or military aviation or aerospace experience.

Required License / Certification

Applicants must hold at least one of the following:

• FAA certificate in any aviation or aerospace field.

• Aviation management certification (e.g., AAAE-CM).

• Other relevant aviation or industry-related certification.

Preferred Qualifications (Other Desirables)

Candidates with the following experience will receive special consideration:

• Flight Test Engineer experience.

• Graduate coursework in aerodynamics and aircraft performance.

• Civilian or military Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) or Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) experience.

• Experience in Airport Operations, Fixed Base Operations, Airline Operations, or Safety Management Systems.

• Airline, charter, or Part 91 flying experience.

• Flight instruction (civilian or military).

• Flight dispatch or air traffic control experience.

• Aircraft maintenance technician experience.

• At least five (5) years of progressive experience in:

  • Operations management

  • Flight operations or flight crew

  • Aviation maintenance

  • Data science or analytics

  • University teaching or industry training

Application Materials

Applicants must include the following attachments with their online application:

• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• Statement of Teaching Philosophy

• Statement of Research or Creative Activities (as appropriate to the discipline)

Additional Information & Assistance

For more information about serving as a faculty member at MTSU, visit the Faculty Recruitment Webpage.

For help with the application process:
📞 Mitzi Dunkley, Faculty Recruitment Specialist – (615) 898-5128
📧 Position inquiries: Nate Callender at Nate.Callender@mtsu.edu

Benefits

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Sick and vacation leave (for eligible positions)

• 13 paid university holidays

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Retirement plans

• Optional 401(k) and 403(b) deferred compensation plans

• Educational benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents

Click here for additional benefits information

Additional Notices

• Proof of U.S. citizenship or employment eligibility required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986).

• Clery Act: Crime statistics are available at MTSU Annual Security Report or by calling (615) 898-2424.

• MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

• This position requires a criminal background check.

• ADA Accommodation: For disability-related application assistance, call (615) 898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date

November 7, 2025

Equal Opportunity Statement

MTSU is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer that values diversity in all its forms.
Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
A Tennessee Board of Regents Institution.