Director – Aerospace Engineering

Job Title: Director Aerospace Engineering

Reports To: VC / Pro-VC (Academics)

Role Type: Founding Academic Leader

Role Summary

We are establishing a new Department of Aerospace Engineering and seek a senior academic leader to build it end-to-end: curriculum, faculty, labs, research, and industry partnerships. This is a founder role with full ownership of academic direction and long-term positioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Define vision, roadmap, and academic strategy for the department.
• Design UG/PG/PhD programs aligned with AICTE/UGC/NEP and industry needs.
• Recruit and lead high-caliber faculty; build a research-driven culture.
• Plan and commission core aerospace labs (CFD, propulsion, structures, UAV, avionics).
• Build partnerships with ISRO/DRDO/HAL, aerospace firms, startups, and global universities.
• Drive funded research, patents, student competitions, internships, and placements.
• Establish the departments national reputation and brand.

Qualifications

• PhD in Aerospace/Aeronautical or closely related field.
• 10+ years in academia and/or aerospace industry with leadership experience.
• Proven record in curriculum design, research, grants, and institution building.

What We Offer

• Founding authority to shape a flagship aerospace department.
• Autonomy over hiring, curriculum, labs, and partnerships.
• Competitive leadership compensation.