Lecturer in Aerospace Control

Lecturer in Aerospace Control

Position:
Lecturer in Aerospace Control. Department:
School of Engineering, University of West of England (UWE), Bristol.

Type:
Permanent, Full‑time (Contractual hours: 37).

Location:

Frenchay Campus, Bristol.

Job Details

• Salary Grade: G (£38,784 - £46,049)
• Contract:
  
  100% full‑time, 37 hours per week (possible job share for part‑time)
• Location:
  
  Frenchay Campus, Bristol
• Job Reference: R09545

Responsibilities

• Design, deliver and lead cutting‑edge modules in Aerospace Engineering and Aerospace Engineering with Pilot Studies.
• Provide mentorship to staff and students across core concepts.
• Lead and contribute to research initiatives and external collaborations.
• Promote scholarly activities in Aerospace and Aviation and develop a research portfolio.

Qualifications and Experience

• Post‑graduate qualification (or near completion) in Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong academic background and expertise in flight dynamics and control, flight mechanics, and the aircraft design process.
• Extensive industrial experience or collaborative work with industry, particularly in AI‑related applications, is highly desirable.
• Teaching qualification and experience in higher education is advantageous.
• Evidence of continuous professional growth in relevant subject areas.
• Capability to demonstrate mentoring and guiding students.

Diversity and Inclusion

• We welcome applications from female, non‑binary, and Global Majority candidates.
• Disability Confident employer – support and reasonable adjustments are available.

Benefits

• Progressive pay rates within salary grade G.
• Generous annual leave and a career‑average pension scheme.
• Retirement savings options, onsite nursery, and opportunities for training and personal development.
• A professional programme to support academic colleagues in maintaining high teaching standards.

Further Information

If you would like to find out more about this role, please contact Budi Chandra at

Application Process

We may sponsor qualifying candidates on the Skilled Worker visa route. Please review the Home Office guidance and the right‑to‑work checklist before shortlisting. UWE does not cover visa or health surcharge costs.