Open Rank Faculty in Aerospace Optimization
Open Rank Faculty in Aerospace Optimization
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Job Description
Job Description
The Kevin T. Crofton Department of Aerospace and Ocean Engineering (AOE) at Virginia Tech invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position in Aerospace Optimization at the rank of Assistant Associate or Full Professor depending on qualifications effective August 2026. We seek exceptional candidates with expertise in the theory and application of optimization to aerospace systems. Areas of particular interest include but are not limited to: Optimization under uncertainty and robust design methods Real-time and embedded optimization for guidance navigation and control Large-scale or distributed optimization for complex aerospace systems Machine learning reduced-order modeling surrogate modeling and data-driven approaches with applications to aerospace optimization Multidisciplinary design optimization (MDO). Candidates will be expected to develop and sustain a strong externally funded research program; teach undergraduate and graduate courses; and advise students at all levels. The successful candidate will also contribute to the departments ongoing efforts to modernize curricula and expand interdisciplinary research in advanced aerospace system design and operation.
Required Qualifications
Applicants must hold an earned doctorate (Ph.D. or equivalent) in Aerospace Engineering or a closely related discipline by the time of appointment. Applicants should offer a strong scholarly record; an ability to work collaboratively; a commitment to research excellence; a commitment to service; and a willingness to expand disciplinary boundaries to address complex technical and societal challenges. Successful applicants will be responsible for mentoring graduate and undergraduate students teaching and developing courses and developing a vibrant externally sponsored research program.
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Hours per week
40
Review Date
December 1 2025
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its mottoUt Prosim(That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is aninclusive communitydedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eightundergraduate colleges aschool of medicine aveterinary medicinecollegeGraduate School andHonors university has a significant presence across Virginia including Blacksburg the greater Washington D.C. area the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke sites in Newport News and Richmond and numerousExtension officesandresearch institutes.A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
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Employment Type
Full Time
