Faculty Specialist

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Western Michigan University invites applications for a full-time Faculty Specialist position. This is a teaching-focused position designed for a practitioner and educator who is dedicated to undergraduate instruction and student success.

We are seeking candidates to fill two specific but overlapping needs within the department:

• Aerospace Engineering Focus: Primarily responsible for teaching undergraduate courses within the Aerospace Engineering curriculum.
• Mechanical Engineering Focus: Primarily responsible for teaching undergraduate courses within the Mechanical Engineering curriculum.

Teaching a full load of undergraduate courses, laboratories, and recitations in their respective discipline (Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering).

• Developing and updating course materials to ensure curriculum remains current with industry standards and accreditation requirements.
• Mentoring and advising undergraduate students, including the supervision of Senior Design projects.
• Maintaining and managing instructional laboratories and equipment.
• Participating in departmental, college, and university service committees.
• Collaborating with faculty to support student recruitment and retention efforts.
• Opportunity to participate in collaborative research activities in the department and college, though they are not required to develop an independent research program.

• An earned Master of Science degree from an accredited institution in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related discipline, AND a minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional expertise.
• OR an earned Ph.D. (or equivalent) from an accredited institution in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Desired Qualifications Demonstrated experience in teaching at the university level.
• Significant industrial experience in mechanical or aerospace design, manufacturing, or analysis.
• Experience with industry-standard engineering software and tools (e.g., CAD, FEA, CFD, etc.).
• A track record of effective mentorship or supervision of student projects.

• Demonstrated experience in teaching at the university level.
• Significant industrial experience in mechanical or aerospace design, manufacturing, or analysis.
• Experience with industry-standard engineering software and tools (e.g., CAD, FEA, CFD, etc.).
• A track record of effective mentorship or supervision of student projects.