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The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in aerospace engineering.

An earned PhD in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field, is required. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aeronautics or astronautics, and teaching experience at the university level. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in aircraft stability and control. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are required. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an externally funded research program in their area of expertise, teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and participate in service-related activities. Salary is commensurate with qualifications. The anticipated start term is August 2025.

The Mechanical Engineering Department takes pride in its excellent educational programs and world-class research activities. The department received the 2023 ASME Zwiep Award for Innovation in Mechanical Engineering Education for its cutting-edge project-based curriculum that is focused on product development that is infused throughout the four years of the curriculum. Supported by CAMP, students compete in several ASME and SAE sponsored national/international competitions. The department offers BS, MS, and PhD degrees in Mechanical Engineering, and currently is home to 600 undergraduates and 50 graduate students.

South Dakota Mines is a best-in-class STEM university that offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees located in Rapid City, the state’s second largest city with a MSA population of over 158,000. With 226 days of sunshine, 1.2 million acres of breathtaking scenery of the Black Hills National Forest, 700 miles of motorized trails and nearly 500 miles of hiking trails, there is a lot to see and do. People from around the world come here each year to see top attractions like Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial, Badlands National Park, Terry Peak Ski Area, and Reptile Gardens. There’s something for everybody!

At Mines, our vision is to develop world-class leaders in science and engineering to benefit society through education, innovation, and engagement. Nearly 2,500 students from every state and over 40 countries are represented on our campus. Mines is an affordable option with a great return on investment.

Known for our academic rigor, we maintain an average class size of 24 and our students benefit from immersive learning experiences including undergraduate research, co-ops/internships, and nationally competitive engineering teams. These experiences make graduates highly sought after by industry and attributes to high starting salaries and 98% placement rate in the field of study.

Research at Mines encompasses four main areas: energy and environment; materials and manufacturing; STEM education; and underground science and engineering. Entrepreneurship is highly valued and programming assists students and faculty to engage in entrepreneurial activities and transition scientific and technological innovations into viable products and business startups.

South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce and offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage options for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance. Individuals interested in this position must apply online at Careers at Mines (sdsmt.edu). Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at (605) 394-1203. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.