Job Description

The Opportunity

The Department of Civil Engineering in the College of Engineering at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) Daytona Beach invites applications for an open-rank faculty position (Assistant Associate or Full Professor) focused on: 1) next-generation terrestrial aerospace infrastructure and 2) space infrastructure and extraterrestrial construction. This strategic hire advances ERAUs mission to lead innovation in aerospace space infrastructure and engineering solutions for off-planet environments and aviation/aerospace infrastructure needs at home.

The successful candidate will contribute to research and education supporting next-generation space structures lunar and planetary infrastructure and construction technologies for extreme environments aligned with NASAs Moon-to-Mars architecture DARPAs 10-Year Lunar Architecture and the future of human space exploration.

About the Department of Civil Engineering:

Established in 1994 the Department of Civil Engineering has 13 full-time faculty an enrollment of 96 full-time students and offers Bachelor and Master degrees. The Civil Engineering Department offers four well-supported tracks namely transportation structures geotechnical and Environmental Sustainability & Resilience with corresponding laboratory facilities.

The College of Engineering empowers students to become engineering leaders innovators and entrepreneurs. Home to more than 3500 students our vision is to shape the future of the aerospace industry. We pride ourselves on our commitment to groundbreaking aerospace research and innovation as well as our supportive and inclusive learning community. The college houses seven undergraduate programs eight masters programs and three doctoral programs including the largest Aerospace Engineering department in the U.S. Our undergraduate Aerospace Engineering program is ranked #4 and our graduate program #32 by U.S. News and World Report. The college has recently launched an ambitious agenda to expand its graduate programs recruit talented faculty and invest in state-of-the-art research infrastructure and capabilities. Its current facilities include the 50000 square foot John Mica Engineering and Aerospace Innovation Complex which contains research laboratories a subsonic wind tunnel the Eagle Flight Research Center and a tech startup incubator space.

Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace

With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach FL and Prescott AZalong with a Worldwide network spanning roughly 120 global locationsEmbry-Riddle proudly stands as the worlds largest aviation and aerospace university. Now celebrating our 100th year we continue to lead innovation in STEM education serving more than 30000 students worldwide. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science Aviation Business Technology Engineering Safety Security and Space prepare the next generation of leaders shaping the future of flight and beyond.

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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 Years Day.
• 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.

Qualifications

Required Education and Qualifications:

Candidates must hold a terminal degree in engineering; a doctorate in Civil Engineering or closely related discipline is preferred.

Desired areas of expertise include(but not limited to):

• Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) infrastructure including vertiports and integrated urban systems

• Spaceport and launch/landing infrastructure for terrestrial and extraterrestrial applications

• Structural design and deployment of space-based and planetary infrastructure

• Autonomous robotic and in-situ construction systems

• Advanced materials additive manufacturing and novel structural systems for space applications

• Regolith-based construction in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) and extraterrestrial site development

• Resilient infrastructure for lunar Martian and extreme operational environments

• AI-enabled methods for assessment and operation

The candidate should also demonstrate a strong publication record potential for securing external research funding excellence in the classroom commitment to innovative and experiential learning effective communication skills student-centered teaching ability to mentor undergraduate and graduate students and the ability to collaborate with diverse teams.

Application process/requirements

Priority will be given to completed applications received by 03/31/2026 and reviews will continue until the position is filled. The target starting date is August 2026. Inquiries about the position can be directed to the search committee chair Dr. Scott Parr via email at .

To submit your application for this opportunity please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R311078. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online.

Complete submissions include a single PDF document that includes:

• Cover letter

• Curriculum Vitae

• Teaching philosophy statement describing the candidates instructional approach and commitment to student success

• Research plan including funding possibilities

• Names and contact information of at least three references

Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

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