📢 NUST CAE Faculty Jobs 2026 | Assistant Professor Aerospace Engineering | Associate Professor Electrical Engineering (Avionics) | College of Aeronautical Engineering | PhD Required | Structural Design / Control Systems | HEC Recognized | Age 25-59 | 5 W/X Publications for Associate Prof | Posted 10 June | Apply by 24 June 2026
🏛️ About NUST College of Aeronautical Engineering (CAE)
The College of Aeronautical Engineering (CAE) is a premier constituent college of the National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST) — Pakistan's top-ranked engineering and technology university. CAE is the country's leading institution for aerospace and avionics engineering education and research, producing highly skilled engineers for Pakistan's aviation, defense, and space sectors.
Located at the NUST CAE campus, the college houses two specialized departments: the Department of Aerospace Engineering and the Department of Avionics Engineering. CAE is now seeking 2 exceptional faculty members — an Assistant Professor in Aerospace Engineering and an Associate Professor in Electrical Engineering (Avionics) — to join its distinguished academic team. These are prestigious positions offering the opportunity to teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses, supervise research, and contribute to cutting-edge aeronautical research at Pakistan's finest engineering institution.
📊 Available Positions — Overview
| Details | Assistant Professor – Aerospace Engineering | Associate Professor – Electrical Engineering |
|---|---|---|
| Job Reference | Job/F135/06/10/2026 | Job/F134/06/10/2026 |
| Department | Department of Aerospace Engineering | Department of Avionics Engineering |
| Qualification | PhD Mechanical / Aerospace Engineering | PhD Electrical / Electronics Engineering |
| Experience | Minimum 1 year teaching & research supervision | Minimum 5 years teaching/research (3 years post-PhD) + 5 publications in W/X journals |
| Specialty | Structural Design / Structural Health Monitoring / Fluid-Thermal Engineering | Control Systems |
| Age Limit | 25 – 59 years | |
| Posted Date | 10 June 2026 | |
| Last Date | 24 June 2026 | |
🎓 Position 1: Assistant Professor – Aerospace Engineering (Job Ref: F135)
Qualification
- PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an HEC-recognized University/Institution.
- HEC attestation/verification of last degree is mandatory.
Required Skills & Specialties
- Structural Design
- Structural Health Monitoring
- Fluid-Thermal Engineering
Experience
- Minimum 1 year experience of teaching and research supervision.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach UG/PG courses as per defined workload.
- Supervise UG/PG students in Final Year Projects (FYPs) and Thesis.
- Institutional administrative responsibilities, as required.
🎓 Position 2: Associate Professor – Electrical Engineering (Job Ref: F134)
Qualification
- PhD in Electrical or Electronics Engineering from an HEC-recognized University/Institution.
- HEC attestation/verification of last degree is mandatory.
Required Skills & Specialties
- Control Systems specialization.
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of teaching/research experience (at least 3 years post-PhD) in an HEC-recognized University or Post-Graduate Institution.
- 5 publications in HEC-recognized "W, X" category Journals.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach UG/PG courses as per defined workload.
- Supervise UG/PG students in Final Year Projects (FYPs) and Thesis.
- Institutional administrative responsibilities, as required.
✅ Ineligibility Criteria — Both Positions
Candidates may be considered ineligible for the post due to any of the following reasons:
- 3rd Division in academic career / weak academic profile.
- NUST employees with less than one year of service with NUST and/or absence of NOC from Head of Institution.
- In process of pursuing a required degree.
- Medically unfit.
🌐 How to Apply
Step 1: Visit NUST Career Portal
Go to the official NUST career portal and search for the job references: Job/F135/06/10/2026 (Assistant Professor Aerospace) or Job/F134/06/10/2026 (Associate Professor Electrical).
Step 2: Complete Online Application
Fill the application form completely. Attach scanned copies of all academic and professional documents.
Step 3: Ensure HEC Attestation
Your last education certificate/degree must be attested/verified by HEC. This is mandatory.
Step 4: Submit Before Deadline
Submit your application before 24 June 2026. Late or incomplete applications will be ignored.
📄 Required Documents Checklist
| # | Document | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | PhD Degree (HEC Attested/Verified) | Mandatory |
| 2 | All Academic Certificates (Scanned) | Mandatory |
| 3 | Professional Experience Certificates | Mandatory |
| 4 | List of Research Publications (W/X Journals) | Mandatory — Associate Professor |
| 5 | CNIC | Mandatory |
| 6 | NOC (for NUST/Govt/Armed Forces Employees) | Mandatory — if applicable |
📝 Selection Process
- Step 1 — Online Application: Through NUST career portal with all documents.
- Step 2 — Application Screening: Incomplete/late applications ignored. Ineligible candidates filtered.
- Step 3 — Shortlisting: Only shortlisted candidates contacted.
- Step 4 — Test/Interview: No TA/DA admissible.
- Step 5 — Final Selection: Offer letter issued to selected candidates. NUST may cancel/modify recruitment at any stage.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Posted Date | 10 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 June 2026 |
| Shortlisting | After deadline |
| Test/Interview Date | To be communicated to shortlisted candidates only |
🌟 Why Join NUST College of Aeronautical Engineering?
- Pakistan's #1 University: NUST is consistently ranked as Pakistan's top engineering and technology university.
- Premier Aeronautical Institution: CAE is the country's leading college for aerospace and avionics engineering.
- Cutting-Edge Research: Opportunity to conduct research in Structural Health Monitoring, Fluid-Thermal Engineering, and Control Systems.
- Teaching Excellence: Teach and mentor the brightest UG/PG students in aerospace and avionics disciplines.
- Professional Growth: Faculty positions at NUST offer excellent career progression, research funding, and academic prestige.
- Defense & Aviation Sector Linkages: Strong connections with Pakistan Air Force, aviation industry, and defense organizations.
💡 Tips for NUST CAE Applicants
- HEC Attestation is Mandatory: Your PhD degree must be verified by HEC. Initiate the process immediately if not already done.
- Associate Professor — Publications Matter: You need 5 publications in W/X category journals. Prepare a clear list with citations.
- Check Ineligibility Carefully: 3rd Division in academic career, pursuing a required degree, or being medically unfit will disqualify you.
- NUST/NOC Requirement: Current NUST employees need 1+ year of service and NOC from Head of Institution.
- Government/Armed Forces Candidates: Apply through proper channel via parent department/organization.
- Apply Early: Deadline is 24 June 2026 — only 14 days from posting. Submit immediately.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: 24 June 2026. - Q: How many positions are available?
A: 2 positions — Assistant Professor (Aerospace) and Associate Professor (Electrical/Avionics). - Q: What qualification is required?
A: PhD from HEC-recognized university. Aerospace Engineering or Electrical/Electronics Engineering. - Q: Is HEC attestation required?
A: Yes. Last degree must be attested/verified by HEC. - Q: What is the age limit?
A: 25 – 59 years for both positions. - Q: How many publications for Associate Professor?
A: 5 publications in HEC-recognized W/X category journals. - Q: What specialties are required for Assistant Professor?
A: Structural Design, Structural Health Monitoring, or Fluid-Thermal Engineering. - Q: What specialty for Associate Professor?
A: Control Systems. - Q: Can NUST employees apply?
A: Only with 1+ year service and NOC from Head of Institution. - Q: Will TA/DA be provided?
A: No. - Q: Can Armed Forces personnel apply?
A: Yes. Through respective parent department/organizations.
✈️ Join the College of Aeronautical Engineering (CAE) at NUST — Pakistan's premier aerospace and avionics engineering institution! With 2 prestigious faculty positions — Assistant Professor in Aerospace Engineering (Structural Design/Health Monitoring/Fluid-Thermal) and Associate Professor in Electrical Engineering with Control Systems specialization — CAE offers exceptional academics the opportunity to teach, research, and lead at the country's top-ranked university. If you hold a PhD (HEC attested) with the required experience and publications, apply through the NUST career portal before 24 June 2026. Shape the next generation of aerospace and avionics engineers at NUST CAE! 🇵🇰
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