0641-26 - Lecturer in Mechatronics and Aerospace Engineering

School of Engineering & Innovation

Location: Aston University Main Campus

Salary: £41,064 to £56,535 per annum

Grade: Grade 08 to Grade 09

Contract Type: Permanent

Basis: Full Time

Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Wednesday 10 June 2026

Interview Date: Thursday 25 June 2026

Reference: 0641-26

Release Date: Monday 11 May 2026

Aston University is seeking a talented and motivated Lecturer to join the Department of Mechatronics, Biomedical and Design Engineering within the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences. This appointment supports our 2030 strategy, focused on being Inclusive, Entrepreneurial and Transformational, and will play a central role in advancing our capabilities in mechatronics and aerospace engineering.

The successful candidate will contribute to research, teaching and academic citizenship across the Department. You will enhance our strengths in robotics, avionics and control, supported by dedicated facilities including a Mechatronics Laboratory, UAV and Drone Flying Zone and a wind tunnel.

You will develop high-quality research aligned with College priorities, pursue external funding, publish impactful outputs and supervise research students. At Grade 9, an established international research record and evidence of securing research income are expected.

You will teach across foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate levels, contribute to curriculum development and support high-quality student learning through innovative and practice-based approaches. You will play an active role in the launch and delivery of the new BEng Aerospace Engineering programme, including the development of hardware-in-the-loop demonstrators.

In addition, you will contribute to departmental administration, student support, outreach and industry engagement, promoting the University’s commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

You will hold an undergraduate degree and a PhD in Aerospace, Control, Mechatronics, Electrical/ Electronic or Mechanical Engineering (or a related discipline). You will have experience in higher-education teaching and a developing or established research profile.

We welcome applicants with expertise in:

• Control engineering of aerospace systems
• Autopilots and fly-by-wire systems
• UAV control, sensing, communication, navigation, tracking and route planning

Skills in ROS, Java, Python, MATLAB, C++, digital twins and/or cybersecurity are desirable.

Aston University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. As women are currently under-represented in this area, we particularly welcome applications from women. Selection will be based on merit alone.

Informal enquires about this post may be made to Prof Claire Lucas ( c.lucas @aston.ac.uk ) or Prof Ricardo Sodré ( j.sodre @aston.ac.uk ).

What we offer:

• Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
• Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
• Great family friendly policies.
• On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available
• Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here .

This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role.

Please note we are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting.

See here for more information on Skilled Worker visa eligibility:

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