Career Opportunities

Metropolitan State University of Denver
MSU Denver enrolls over 16,000 students, where nearly 60% are first generation and over 55% are students of color. Located in downtown Denver, we are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado. As the third largest institution of higher education in Colorado and the only institution with an open access mission, MSU Denver is a model university for today’s college students. The University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals students. MSU Denver is particularly interested in applicants who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented and historically minoritized groups.
 
About the Department of Aviation and Aerospace Science
MSU Denver’s Aviation and Aerospace Science Department has reimagined possibilities by evolving into one of the largest and most sophisticated programs in the country. Our students have access to unrivaled resources no other university in Colorado can offer; such as the most innovative flight simulation training laboratories in the world, an on-campus satellite engineering lab and partnerships with the industry that grants students access to the same advanced technology and software used at NASA.  For more information on the department, please visit: https://www.msudenver.edu/aviation-aerospace/.

Position Summary
MSU Denver invites applications for a tenure track faculty position in the Department of Aviation and Aerospace Science at the rank of Assistant Professor. This a nine-month appointment with a preferred start date in January 2025 for the spring semester; otherwise, the position would start in August 2025 for fall semester. The successful applicant will (a) instruct 12 credit hours of aviation-oriented coursework per academic semester (fall & spring) and (b) maintain 5 scheduled office hours per week to include advising and consultation with students. This position also requires various responsibilities related to professional development and service. 
MSU Denver has a robust mentoring program for tenure-track faculty. The candidate will be enrolled in the Roadrunner Faculty Academy during their rst year. This is a year-long course designed to support new faculty navigate faculty life and thrive in teaching, scholarly activity and service.

Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include:

• Instructing 12 credit hours of aviation-oriented coursework per fall and spring semesters. Candidates will be expected to teach courses such as, but not limited to, the following: Crew Resource Management, Advanced Navigation, Professional Flight Standards, Aircraft Systems and Propulsion, Aerodynamics, Human Factors and Physiology of Flight, and FAA 141 Pilot Ground Courses.
• Maintaining office hours, advising/consulting with students, and engaging in student-centered activities.
• Additional responsibilities in professional development, scholarly activities, and service to the Department, College, University, and community.

• A master’s degree (MA, MS) or doctoral degree (PhD) in Aviation and Aerospace Technology/Science or related field
• Four years or more of aviation-related work experience 

• FAA certifications and ratings to include: (a) Commercial Pilot, (b) Instrument Airplane, (c) Certified Flight Instructor – Single and Multi-Engine Airplane, (d) Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument Airplane
• Teaching experience to include: (a) four or more semesters of documented teaching at a U.S. nationally accredited collegiate institution in classes related to aviation or aerospace science and (b) experience instructing collegiate classes online via Web-based delivery
• FAA Part 121 or 135 Experience and FAA Type Rating in Regional Jet, Large Air Transport Category Aircraft, or Corporate Jet

Salary for Announcement
The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $90,000 at Assistant Professor rank. The salary of the nalist selected for this role will be set based upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, education, experience, specialty and training.
MSU Denver offers excellent benefits that include medical, dental, retirement, tuition benet, free RTD pass, and more. For a brief overview of these options, please visit our Benets section.

Instructions to Apply
Interested applicants must apply online at MSU Denver's career site,
https://msudenver.wd1.myworkday jobs.com/MSUDenver and search for JR103022. Click on Apply to submit the following required materials:
1. Curriculum vitae
2. Cover letter
3. Teaching philosophy
4. Peer/student evaluations, if available
5. Copies of relevant licenses or certifications, if available (front and back images)
6. A list of three professional references and their contact information
7. Unofficial copies of graduate transcripts. Ofcial transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.
Please email Tanya Rogowsky within the Office of Human Resources at trogowsk@msudenver.edu for assistance uploading all required documents.

Deadline
Applications accepted until position filled; priority given to applications received by November 10, 2024.

Posted to UAA on 10/02/24
 

Airlines for America
Airline Traffic Management Coordinator

Position summary:
The Airline Traffic Management Coordinator, working at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Traffic Control (ATC) System Command Center (ATCSCC) in Warrenton, Virginia, is the primary advocate for all Airlines for America (A4A) member airlines working collaboratively to ensure implementation of appropriate solutions to operational problems while maintaining the safety and integrity of the National Airspace System (NAS).

Duties & responsibilities:

• Facilitate seamless communication between A4A member carriers and FAA ATCSCC on all pertinent traffic management initiatives. 
• Review tactical and strategic system efficiency constraints and collaborate with member carriers to heighten situational awareness.
• Facilitate the A4A daily conference call with A4A member carriers to develop a daily strategic plan of operation for member airline's situational awareness.
• Participate in daily FAA ATCSCC Telcons, Event Reviews and National System Reviews (NSR).
• Represent A4A as required in various air traffic forums.
• Participate in A4A Council meetings and activities as directed.
• Develop and foster relationships between the aviation industry and the FAA Air Traffic Organization.
• Provide support to member airlines by exploring ways to increase safety and efficiency while reducing costs.
• Provide analyses of daily NAS operations for A4A leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related aviation/safety field or equivalent experience.\
• Strong knowledge of airline operations control and air traffic management system operations required. 
• FAA Flight Dispatch Certification and/or FAA ATC experience preferred.
• Three years of experience at FAA FAR 121 carrier preferred.
• Must be able to effectively facilitate written & verbal communication and advocate positions on behalf of A4A member carriers in a positive, even-tempered and non-confrontational manner.
• Must work with absolute integrity and a sense of fair play to represent a diverse A4A membership.
• Must be available for various shifts, including evenings, weekends, holidays and on-call. 
• Must be available for occasional travel, including travel to A4A headquarters as directed.
• Must be a U.S. citizen to obtain the required security clearance.

 
Work environment: 
All A4A employees must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

Competitive benefits: 
Choice of medical plans, plus free life, dental and vision coverage. 401(k) with matching and discretionary contributions, airline travel privileges, a tuition reimbursement plan and 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave.

How to apply:
Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to hr@airlines.org to the attention of JOA# 24-13. 

Posted to UAA on 08/28/24