BP
$128,568 – $209,105
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
A systems engineering faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, requiring a PhD and involving teaching, research mentorship, and scholarly publication in defense and naval systems engineering. This suits academics with expertise in systems architecture, combat systems, or acquisition who are ready to transition into higher education or advance their academic career.
Our summary, not Bureau of Naval Personnel’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
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What they ask for
Required
- PhD in engineering or closely related field
- Evidence of teaching aptitude or ability
- Ability to advise student theses and dissertations
- Strong potential for or track record of scholarly publications
Nice to have
- Systems engineering or closely aligned specialty
- Experience as a naval systems engineer
- Experience in defense acquisition environment
- Track record obtaining competitive research funding (Associate level)