Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Aviation Operations

In this role you will be expected to teach primarily on the BSc (Hons.) in Aviation Operations and BSc (Hons.) in Aviation Operations with Commercial Pilot Training courses. The latter course is a three-year programme that enables students to complete their ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot License) theory in parallel with the degree. The degree only includes the ground school element of the ATPL, but students may also complete their flight training whilst completing their degree. The programme has access to industry-standard flight simulators that include Airbus A320 Flight Simulator, Helicopter Simulator and Six-Degree of Freedom Motion Simulator.

In the role you will be expected to teach students across the different years of the courses. This will include a range of content related to the aviation industry focusing on both the operational and commercial aspects of airline and airport operations.

The Person

You will be expected to understand the aviation industry and support students to secure a successful career in the aviation sector. Ideally you will have experience of teaching subject material related to aviation operations, and this may include academic and/or industry experience of aviation. You may also have experience as a Pilot, although this is not essential. More importantly though you will be a good communicator and able to explain concepts to students in a way they can understand while also being passionate about aviation operations through delivering a high-quality educational experience and positive graduate outcomes for students. 

By the end of the probation period, you must have achieved the relevant level of UKPSF recognition (if this has not already been obtained), such as FHEA (Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy). For those new to teaching, this will be through our accredited Introduction to Learning and Teaching and for those experienced in teaching, through our Kingston Academic Practice Standards Framework.

Directorate/Function

There are few faculties across the UK university landscape as varied in their scope as the Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment (ECE). We teach and research across a wide range of subjects, allowing for real cross-discipline innovation and creativity.  Our lecturers are experts – working at the forefront of their fields and actively engaged in research so they can bring advanced knowledge to their teaching. Our state-of-the-art facilities relevant to Aerospace and Aircraft Engineering include specialist engineering laboratories; advanced flight simulators (including a new state-of-the-art Airbus A320 advanced flight simulator as well as other flight simulators); two wind tunnels for aerodynamic experiments; fabrication (including 5-axis CNC machine) and composite materials facility; metrology laboratory; rapid prototyping and 3d-printing facility; and new labs related to electrical, electronic and robotics engineering; as well as an advanced design studio. For future engineers, this combines to create the ultimate real-life space for practical learning. For academic professionals, this all adds up to a truly vibrant, exciting environment in one of the largest and most diverse STEM faculties in the sector.

Further information

This is a full time, permanent position with a starting salary of £45,025 per annum for a Lecturer or £50,160 per annum for a Senior Lecturer depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

Interviews are expected to be held week beginning 23 March 2026.

For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Simon Philbin, Head of School of Engineering.

Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.

We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme. 

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