The Department of Mechanical, Materials and Aerospace Engineering (MMAE) of the University of Central Florida (UCF), Orlando, Florida, invites applications for several tenure-track faculty positions, to start August 2007. It is anticipated that the positions will be filled at the Assistant/Associate levels, but candidates with exceptional qualifications for senior appointments are encouraged to apply. Minimum qualifications include a doctoral degree or equivalent, by the start of the appointment, in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a closely related discipline. Duties include (1) teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, (2) supervising students in research projects, and (3) establishing an externally funded research program. Of particular interest are candidates who can support our teaching mission in established curricula while building a research program in critical areas such as (1) energy systems and (2) controls/mechatronics/mechanical systems. Prior teaching, industrial and/or postdoctoral experience is desirable but not required.

Aerospace Engineering Program Mission

In support of the University and College missions, the Aerospace Engineering program at UCF is committed to provide the highest quality engineering professionals and leaders.Through cooperative efforts with regional industry and the Florida Space Institute, our graduates will be well prepared for their role as engineers in society and will have an awareness of ethical, environmental, economic, safety, and quality issues. They will be educated to be life-long learners, pursuing their personal and professional development. Through these characteristics our graduates will be able to rise to positions of prominence in the technical society of tomorrow.

Mechanical Engineering Program Mission

In support of the University and College missions, the Mechanical Engineering program at UCF is committed to provide the highest quality engineering professionals and leaders. Through cooperative efforts with regional industry, our graduates will be well prepared for their role as engineers in society and will have an awareness of ethical, environmental, economic, safety, and quality issues. They will be educated to be life-long learners, pursuing their personal and professional development. Through these characteristics our graduates will be able to rise to positions of prominence in the technical society of tomorrow. The Aerospace and Mechanical engineering program missions are compatible with the missions of both the University and the College of Engineering and Computer Science.