What are the responsibilities and job description for the University Faculty Mechanical Engineering Aerospace position at Weber State University?
Posting Details
WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title
University Faculty Mechanical Engineering Aerospace
Requisition Number
F00492P
Job Description
The Department of Mechanical Engineering in the College of Engineering, Applied Science & Technology at Weber State University is accepting applications for an assistant tenure track faculty position starting fall semester, 2026. The department is planning to offer a Master degree in mechanical engineering with emphasis area in Aerospace & Structures. The ME department currently offers baccalaureate degrees in mechanical engineering, energy engineering, mechanical engineering technology and an associate in pre-engineering. Selected individual will mostly teach a variety of Aerospace courses in mechanical engineering with some support teaching in the additional programs mentioned above.
Job Duties
Service duties include program-building and advising, as well as commitment to extra-curricular activities. Service to the department, college, and university is expected. Required shared courses to be taught are: Aerodynamics, Flight Mechanics, Advance Aerospace Propulsion and Advanced Compressible Flow. Additional areas of interest include, but are not limited to High-Performance Aerospace Materials, Capstone Senior Project, Dynamics and the development of special topics courses in the mechanical/aerospace discipline.
Required Qualifications
Required:
- A Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or closely related area
- At least three years of industry or lab experience
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred:
- A Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering
- At least five years of industry or lab experience
- Teaching experience at the University level along with positive evaluations are a plus
A successful candidate will be willing to
Background Check?
Yes
Benefits Summary
WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays.
Full/Part Time
Full Time
Posting Detail Information
Open Date
11/03/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Notes to Applicant
If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The position comes with a generous benefits package. Salary is commensurate with experience. For promotion, it is required for the candidate to be active in scholarship through publications of peer reviewed papers, attending conferences, workshops, and grant writing.
To apply, please complete the online application and attach the following documents:
To apply, please complete the online application and attach the following documents:
- Cover letter specifying their primary area of expertise and interest mentioned as above
- Professional CV with a list of publications
- At least three professional references
- Research statement describing the candidate’s research vision
- Teaching methodology and interests
Screening of applications will begin December 3, 2025. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
Weber State is located approximately 30 miles north of Salt Lake City. The cost of living in the Ogden area is below the nation’s average. In addition, the surrounding area offers many recreational opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast.
ADA Essential Job Function
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this position
Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.
Physical Requirements of this position
Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.
Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.
None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
