Lecturer in Aerospace and Aircraft Engineering

We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Lecturer in Aerospace and Aircraft Engineering to join our academic team. The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery and development of high-quality teaching across aerospace and aircraft engineering, with particular emphasis on Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Computer-Aided Design (CAD) using SolidWorks, computational programming and sustainable fuels for advanced propulsion.

You will play an important role in delivering engaging, industry-relevant teaching, combining theoretical knowledge with practical, hands-on engineering applications. You will support students in developing the technical, analytical and computational skills required to address contemporary challenges in the aerospace and wider engineering industries.

Key responsibilities will include:

- Delivering high-quality lectures, tutorials and practical laboratory sessions in aerospace and aircraft engineering.
- Teaching Finite Element Analysis, including aircraft structural analysis, stress analysis, numerical modelling and engineering simulation.
- Delivering practical teaching in SolidWorks, covering 3D modelling, engineering design, assemblies and simulation.
- Teaching programming and computational methods for engineering applications, particularly using Python, MATLAB or other relevant programming languages.
- Teaching advanced sustainable fuels for advanced propulsion and thermodynamic modelling.
- Developing engaging teaching materials, practical exercises, assessments and project-based learning activities.
- Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate student projects and supporting student academic development.
- Contributing to curriculum development, research activities and industry engagement within the discipline.

The Person

We are looking for an individual with a strong academic and technical background in Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline.

You will have experience of teaching Finite Element Analysis and SolidWorks, together with sound programming knowledge and the ability to communicate complex engineering concepts effectively to students.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

- A PhD qualification in Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Experience of teaching, delivering and supporting learning in Finite Element Analysis.
- Experience of teaching, delivering and supporting learning in SolidWorks for 3D CAD modelling and engineering design.
- Sound programming skills, ideally in MATLAB, Python, C++ or other relevant engineering programming languages.
- Knowledge of aerospace and aircraft engineering principles, thermodynamics, including advanced fuels and propulsion.
- The ability to deliver engaging, inclusive and effective teaching to students from diverse academic backgrounds.
- Good communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
- A commitment to student success, continuous professional development and the enhancement of the student learning experience.
- Good track record of publications in high-quality journals.

Experience with engineering simulation software such as ANSYS or Abaqus, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), SolidWorks, thermodynamic modelling of propulsion systems and decarbonisation would be advantageous.

The Faculty

The Faculty of Engineering is committed to delivering an outstanding student experience through high-quality teaching, applied research and strong engagement with industry. Our focus is on developing graduates equipped with the knowledge, practical engineering skills, future skills and professional capabilities required to succeed in a rapidly evolving engineering and technology sector.

Aerospace and Aircraft Engineering plays an important role in this ambition, bringing together engineering fundamentals, digital technologies, computational modelling and practical design applications. We aim to provide students with opportunities to develop their technical expertise through hands-on learning, industry-relevant projects and the application of modern engineering tools and technologies.

Joining our academic team will provide an opportunity to contribute to the continued development of the discipline, enhance the student learning experience and support the University's wider ambitions in engineering education and innovation.

This is a full time, permanent position with a starting salary of £45,925 per annum. Interviews are expected to be held the week commencing 14th December 2026.

For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Lionel Ganippa, Head of Department of Aerospace & Aircraft Engineering.

We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities. Staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.