Adjunct - Spacecraft Attitude Control

Capitol Technology University
Laurel, MD, US
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Adjunct Professor Spacecraft Attitude Control

Type : Adjunct, Professional

Location : Laurel, MD, US

Position Summary : Capitol Technology University, a nonprofit university located in Laurel, Maryland, seeks a dedicated and dynamic individual to join our faculty as an Adjunct Professor in Astronautical and Space Engineering, starting in Spring 2025.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching undergraduate courses related to spacecraft attitude control. This includes core topics such as : understanding coordinate frames and rotational motion;

modeling attitude control subsystems; pointing stability; dynamics / perturbations and correcting attitude error; optimizing hardware and software architecture and component selection for specific mission requirements.

This position requires teaching in person at our university campus.

Position Qualifications :

A Master's or Doctorate degree in Aerospace or a related field, or >

15 years of experience working in the aerospace field.

  • Experience in an academic environment, which can include teaching classes, supporting class activities, guest lecturing
  • Ability to develop and deliver comprehensive course materials that align with the university's curriculum and standards.
  • Commitment to diversity among students, faculty, and staff.
  • Willingness to teach in person
  • Staying current with developments and advancements in the field of spacecraft attitude control, to ensure that course content is up-to-date and relevant.
  • Must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

List of Essential Duties :

  • Manage and facilitate class activities, adhering to and meeting all established university policies.
  • Adhere to university guidelines and standards for in-person, online, and hybrid learning.
  • Respond to invitations to make recommendations to the Chair and Dean regarding the selection of textbooks or other required texts relevant to the adjunct faculty member's academic discipline and teaching assignment.
  • Submit final grades no later than 48 hours after the conclusion of the last day of class; remain available to students during the week following the posting of final grades.
  • Participate in student learning outcomes assessment related to the adjunct's teaching assignment as directed by the Chair and Dean.
  • Adhere to all established university absence and attendance policies, guidelines, and requirements.
  • Complete related projects and duties as assigned.

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