Michigan Aerospace Engineering Department in the College of Engineering at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor is seeking a LEO Lecturer III focused on teaching Model-Based Systems Engineering and Systems Engineering (MBSE). Candidates should have a strong interest and demonstrated experience in teaching undergraduate studens and/or early-stage engineering professionals. The courses will be offered during Fall and Winter terms. The expected percentage effort for this position will be full time, 100% effort.
The Michigan Aerospace Engineering Department has developed a curriculum devoted to synthesizing critical functional learnings, including aerodynamics, propulsion, structures, and dynamics and control, in an integrated learning environment with deep industry partnerships. The initiative is growing substantially, with demonstrated interest from multiple corporate partners for additional elements.
Teach AEROSP 288 – Fundamentals of Product Development (Fall semesters)
Teach AEROSP 388 – Aerospace Tools and Methods (Winter semesters)
Teac and supporting teaching of AEROSP 488 – Product Development Leadership Capstone (as a year-long capstone directly connected with AEROSP 288 and AEROSP 388)
Help maintain existing corporate partnerships, and recruit and deliver new corporate partnerships
Develop additional projects to complement the ones from the corporate partnerships as needed
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Lecturers Employee Organization, AFL-CIO, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering with several years of demonstrated experience in systems engineering tools and methods - e.g. risk management, interface management, Six Sigma tools and processes.
Strong knowledge of MBSE, including requirements management, interface management, and application of digital engineering to solve complex systems problems
Strong product development experience
Digital Engineering experience in a leadership role
Strong project management knowledge and experience
Verification and validation experience
Demonstrated leadership in developing and managing large and diverse teams
Exceptional communication (oral, written) skills
Experience with, and a passion for, mentoring and developing future leaders
Desired Qualifications
Electrical/electronics/software experience a significant plus
Manufacturing experience desired
Hands-on experience with MBSE tools strongly desired
Advanced degree in an engineering field (aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or similar preferred)
Experience and interest in blending technical and leadership curriculum
Prior teaching experience is strongly desired.
To apply, please submit a cover letter, a current CV, a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) statement, a teaching statement, evidence of teaching experience/performance, and a list of professional references to http://apply.interfolio.com/134978
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
