Industry Expert Research Scientist, Center for Aerospace Resilient Systems (CARS), Daytona Beach Campus
$1,000,000–$1,000,000 year
On-siteDaytona Beach, Florida, United States
Daytona Beach, Florida, United StatesOn-sitePart Time$1,000,000–$1,000,000 yearDoctorate Or Professional DegreeMedium
Part TimeDoctorate Or Professional DegreeMedium
Job Summary
Lead acquisition and execution of high-quality research in aerospace cybersecurity, AI, and quantum computing domains. Capture and lead large-dollar-value research proposals while serving as principal investigator or co-investigator for externally funded grants. Direct student-engaged research activities for PhD, Master's, and undergraduate cohorts to advance resilient systems solutions. Collaborate with industry and government stakeholders to foster innovation in aviation and aerospace systems.
Required Qualifications
- US security clearance
- minimum of 20 years of relevant industry experience
- minimum of 30 years of relevant industry experience
- Ph.D. (or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant discipline)
- demonstrated record of research engagement
- influence, capture and/or execution of relevant new technology development or research projects
- capture and lead large-dollar-value research proposals
- serve as a co-investigator and/or principal investigator of externally funded research grants
- capture and lead research proposals
- demonstrated ability to foster collaboration among industry, government, and academic leaders
- ability to work with and mentor students in CARS research efforts
- proven track record of bringing diverse stakeholders together to achieve common goals
- demonstrated background in research and data analysis
- experience in designing and conducting aviation and aerospace systems research
- ability to promote and support innovation in aviation systems through new technologies, strategies, and practices
- demonstrated thought leadership in aviation and aerospace systems
- commitment to integrity, ethical conduct, and adherence to professional standards in aerospace systems-related work
- excellent communication skills to effectively convey aerospace systems concepts, research findings, and ideas to diverse audiences
- strong networking skills for building working-together relationships
- familiarity with aviation and aerospace systems standards at the global and regional levels
- ability to work across disciplines to address resilience challenges, incorporating insights from engineering, human factors, policy, and other relevant fields
- strong analytical skills for interpreting systems data and making data-driven decisions to enhance resilience measures
- willingness to adapt and improve strategies based on emerging trends, technologies, and lessons learned
- commitment to upholding the core values of integrity, innovation, and collaboration in all endeavors
- awareness of and adaptability to the global nature of the aviation and aerospace ecosystem, considering diverse regulatory environments and cultural factors
- proficiency in generating financially viable and pertinent research proposals
- effective project execution upon securing contracts
- forward-looking perspective on the aviation and aerospace systems industry
- strong verbal and written communication skills
- capacity to thrive in industry, government, and academic environments
- autonomously initiating and executing research outside of established research centers
Desired Qualifications
- Aviation / Aerospace cybersecurity domain knowledge
- Comprehensive knowledge of aviation and aerospace systems, operations, principles, regulations, and best practices
- Understanding of cybersecurity risk assessment, vulnerability management, systems resiliency evaluation, and testing within the aerospace domain
- Application of AI/ML and Quantum computing
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