Instructor​/Assistant Professor​/Associate Professor

Instructor/Assistant Professor/Associate Professor

Tuskegee University's Aviation Science Program seeks a dedicated and experienced aviation educator to serve as an Associate/Assistant Professor/lnstructor. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching ground school courses and other aviation-related subjects, contributing to the development of future aviators and aviation professionals.

Teaching areas include private, instrument, and commercial ground schools, large transport category operations, crew resource management, aviation safety, aviation meteorology, aircraft systems, aerodynamics, aircraft structures, propulsion, stability and control, aircraft performance human factors, and other content areas brought forth through program expansion. Develop and update course materials to align with FAA regulations and industry best practices. Provide academic advising and mentorship to students pursuing an aviation career.

Engage in research, professional development, and service activities that contribute to the advancement of the program. Participate in departmental, college, and university committees as needed. Maintain compliance with FAA regulations and university policies.

Earned MS (for instructor/assistant professor), PhD (for associate professor) in Aerospace Engineering, Aviation Science, Business, Education or other area appropriate to the courses to be taught. Active CFI, CFII, or Advanced Ground Instructor FAA certifications. At least two years of teaching experience of aviation courses at a college level or in a Part 141/61 flight school. Industry experience as a commercial pilot, airline transport pilot (ATP), or related aviation field.

Experience in curriculum development and accreditation processes.

Knowledge of FAA regulations, procedures Ground instruction for private, instrument, commercial certifications Ability to communicate effectively.

Position Title
- Instructor/Assistant Professor/Associate Professor

Job Summary
- Tuskegee University's Aviation Science Program seeks a dedicated and experienced aviation educator to serve as an Associate/Assistant Professor/lnstructor.

Essential

Job Duties
- Teaching areas include private, instrument, and commercial ground schools, large transport category operations, crew resource management, aviation safety, aviation meteorology, aircraft systems, aerodynamics, aircraft structures, propulsion, stability and control, aircraft performance human factors, and other content areas brought forth through program expansion. Develop and update course materials to align with FAA regulations and industry best practices. Provide academic advising and mentorship to students pursuing an aviation career.

Engage in research, professional development, and service activities that contribute to the advancement of the program. Participate in departmental, college, and university committees as needed. Maintain compliance with FAA regulations and university policies.

Preferred Qualifications
- Earned MS (for instructor/assistant professor), PhD (for associate professor) in Aerospace Engineering, Aviation Science, Business, Education or other area appropriate to the courses to be taught. Active CFI, CFII, or Advanced Ground Instructor FAA certifications. At least two years of teaching experience of aviation courses at a college level or in a Part 141/61 flight school. Industry experience as a commercial pilot, airline transport pilot (ATP), or related aviation field.

Experience in curriculum development and accreditation processes.

Physical Demands

FLSA
- Exempt

Status
- Full-Time

Skills and Attributes
- Knowledge of FAA regulations, procedures Ground instruction for private, instrument, commercial certifications Ability to communicate effectively

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number - F1018

Will this position require travel? - NO

Will this position require night, weekend, and after hour work? - NO

Will this position be supported using grants or contract funding? - NO

Number of Vacancies - 2

Open Date - 05/05/2026

Close Date - 08/30/2026

Open Until Filled
- No

Special Instructions Summary
- Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:
Tuskegee University employment application Cover Letter Resume/CV Recommendation letters Copies of unofficial transcripts. Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Transcript 1

Curriculum Vitae

Other

Letter of Recommendation 2

Letter of Recommendation 3

Transcript 2