Offer summary

Qualifications:

Experience in operating unmanned aviation systems in military or civilian organizations., Active membership in relevant professional engineering organizations., Professional certification related to unmanned aerial systems operations, such as FAA Certified Airman., Degrees in Aeronautics, Aviation, Aerospace Science, or Unmanned Systems and Technology..

Key responsabilities:

Teach the course UNSY 318 - Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Robotics.

Integrate robotic technology into uncrewed aviation hardware and software.

Facilitate guided discussions and simulations related to uncrewed aircraft operations.

Provide proof of qualifications and maintain compliance with university policies.

Job description

Job Description

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Job Description

We are currently hiring adjunct faculty to teach UNSY 318- Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Robotics.

Course Description

Integrating robotic technology into the hardware and software regimes of uncrewed aviation. Examinations of control and system programming in the context of specific missions through guided discussions, simulation and the operation of actual uncrewed aircraft robotic systems.

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

Desired Professional Training or Experience

Experience at a Military / Civilian organization operating unmanned aviation systems. Active membership in professional organizations in engineering, i.e., National Academy of Engineering, National Society of Professional Engineers, Aircraft Designer, Robotics, Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, or other field related to the development, testing, operation, training, integration, or maintenance hardware and software systems of UASs or robotic systems related to UAS operations.

Applicable Professional Certification

Rated Military Flight Officer or FAA Certified Airman or any professional certification related to unmanned aerial systems operations.

Degrees Within the Teaching Discipline

Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology
Unmanned Systems and Technology

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