Research Scientist - Center for Aerospace Resilient Systems

About the role

Job Description Discover Your Future with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University! Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle stands as the world's largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year. Explore our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space. Opportunity: Join the Aviation and Aerospace Vanguard! Step into a dynamic role with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, where innovation meets opportunity. Be part of a leading institution that's at the forefront of aviation, aerospace, and STEM education. We offer an exciting environment, cutting-edge projects, and the chance to influence tomorrow. Ready to make a difference? Take flight with Embry-Riddle and explore this diverse career opportunity today. About the Embry-Riddle Center for Aerospace Resilient Systems: ERAU's Center for Aerospace Resilient Systems (CARS) is the Embry-Riddle wide research center dedicated to advancing aviation and aerospace resilient systems, focusing on aerospace cybersecurity. CARS is committed to collaborating with industry and government partners, providing innovative solutions to pressing resilience challenges. The Center's work spans a broad spectrum of systems-related domains such as: aviation & aerospace cybersecurity including cutting-edge tools for enhancing cybersecurity in the operational technology (OT) domains, artificial intelligence / machine learning (AI / ML) and data science / data analytics, software engineering, advanced air mobility (AAM) and unmanned aerial systems (UAS) technologies, human-machine interfaces, virtual and augmented reality training systems, airspace/airport simulation & modeling, and civil aviation airspace systems. The Center also maintains a vast historical Air Traffic database (archived since 1999). CARS has a support staff in place to assist with proposal development and project management. CARS is at the forefront of driving resilient systems innovation to foster a safe, secure, and resilient future of the aviation and aerospace ecosystem. Job Description: CARS is seeking Post Doc Research Scientists to help to strengthen and grow the CARS research portfolio, with a near term focus on aerospace cybersecurity research in the defense systems, civil aviation, and space systems domains. This research position will support the acquisition, execution, and leadership of high-quality research, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in enhancing aviation and aerospace resilient systems. This research position may choose to have some teaching responsibilities, in order to support engagement of students in the research experience. CARS is seeking highly motivated researchers who can collaborate effectively with faculty members and research personnel to pursue innovative projects and contribute to the overall mission of the Center. The Center's mission is to be a world leader in the research and innovation of safe, secure, and resilient aerospace system solutions that meet the needs of our global aerospace community. Strong research-focused candidates eager to proactively identify and address key aviation and aerospace systems resiliency challenges are encouraged to apply. Position Levels: Depending on preparation and experience, the position can be set at various levels, including Research Scientist, Senior Research Scientist, or Principal Research Scientist. These positions provide diverse opportunities for individuals at different career stages to become part of a dynamic team and contribute to CARS research initiatives in aviation and aerospace resilient systems. Research Scientist Serves as an independent scientific researcher, or a collaborator on a multi-scientist research initiative, and may have lead responsibility for discrete components of a larger project under the general direction of a senior or principal researcher. Requires a minimum of Ph.D. (or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant discipline) Senior Research Scientist An accomplished and experienced professional researcher who conducts significant original research or serves as a senior collaborator on a multi-scientist research initiative, typically leading substantive aspects of the overall project under the general guidance of a principal researcher. A Senior Research Scientist may serve as a co-investigator on a funded scientific research project. Requires a minimum of Ph.D. (or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant discipline), plus at least 5 years of formal "post-doc" training and/or post-degree professional work experience and must have a demonstrated record of research achievement, including the capture and execution of relevant r