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The David B. O’Maley College of Business is seeking a part-time adjunct faculty member to teach one Global Airline Marketing course in the Doctor of Aviation Business Administration program. The course is offered for Summer 2026. The course is offered online with weekly synchronous meetings. The prospective faculty will provide hands-on learning activities that stimulate student involvement and encourage critical thinking.
About the David B. O’Maley College of Business
The O’Maley College of Business provides a world-class business education with state-of-the-art graduate and undergraduate curricula. We pride ourselves on our deep relationships with and understanding of the aviation, aerospace, and space industries. While we offer degree programs specific to these industries, we ensure our students gain a solid business education that applies to all industries, including entrepreneurship.
Embry-Riddle: Celebrating 100 Years of Leadership in Aviation and Aerospace
As Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University marks its Centennial, we proudly celebrate 100 years of advancing the future of flight and aerospace education. With vibrant residential campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ — and a Worldwide network spanning nearly 120 global locations — Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university.
For a century, we have led innovation in STEM education, serving more than 30,000 students around the globe. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space empower the next generation of leaders to shape the future of flight, exploration, and discovery.
As we launch our next century, we remain committed to excellence, innovation, and preparing graduates who will transform industries and redefine what is possible.
Qualifications
Required Education and Qualifications:
- A graduate degree in Business Administration, Marketing or International Management.
- Demonstrated experience in teaching the Air Transport Value Chain and Aviation Marketing and Sales.
- Research within aviation and aerospace disciplines supported by publications in peer-reviewed journals. Practical experience, including aviation consulting, is strongly desired.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Sensitivity to academic and cultural diversity; demonstrated proficiency using computer applications, online resources, and other technologies for the classroom.
Application process/requirements
To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R311279. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:
- Cover letter that elaborates the applicant’s experience and background
- Curriculum Vitae
Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.
Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website.
Embry-Riddle is not seeking assistance from staffing or recruitment agencies. All agencies are directed to contact eraujobs@erau.edu and should not reach out to hiring managers or staff.
The Opportunity
The David B. O’Maley College of Business is seeking a part-time adjunct faculty member to teach one Global Airline Marketing course in the Doctor of Aviation Business Administration program. The course is offered for Summer 2026. The course is offered online with weekly synchronous meetings. The prospective faculty will provide hands-on learning activities that stimulate student involvement and encourage critical thinking.
About the David B. O’Maley College of Business
The O’Maley College of Business provides a world-class business education with state-of-the-art graduate and undergraduate curricula. We pride ourselves on our deep relationships with and understanding of the aviation, aerospace, and space industries. While we offer degree programs specific to these industries, we ensure our students gain a solid business education that applies to all industries, including entrepreneurship.
Embry-Riddle: Celebrating 100 Years of Leadership in Aviation and Aerospace
As Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University marks its Centennial, we proudly celebrate 100 years of advancing the future of flight and aerospace education. With vibrant residential campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ — and a Worldwide network spanning nearly 120 global locations — Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university.
For a century, we have led innovation in STEM education, serving more than 30,000 students around the globe. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space empower the next generation of leaders to shape the future of flight, exploration, and discovery.
As we launch our next century, we remain committed to excellence, innovation, and preparing graduates who will transform industries and redefine what is possible.
Qualifications
Required Education and Qualifications:
- A graduate degree in Business Administration, Marketing or International Management.
- Demonstrated experience in teaching the Air Transport Value Chain and Aviation Marketing and Sales.
- Research within aviation and aerospace disciplines supported by publications in peer-reviewed journals. Practical experience, including aviation consulting, is strongly desired.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Sensitivity to academic and cultural diversity; demonstrated proficiency using computer applications, online resources, and other technologies for the classroom.
Application process/requirements
To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R311279. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:
- Cover letter that elaborates the applicant’s experience and background
- Curriculum Vitae
Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.
Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website.
Embry-Riddle is not seeking assistance from staffing or recruitment agencies. All agencies are directed to contact eraujobs@erau.edu and should not reach out to hiring managers or staff.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Aviation
Get your FAA credentials evaluated early
Foreign pilot licenses, A&P mechanic certificates, and air traffic control credentials must be converted or validated by the FAA before most U.S. aviation employers will sponsor you. Start that process before applying so sponsors aren't waiting on you.
Target air carriers with active PERM histories
Regional carriers, cargo operators, and MRO providers file PERM labor certifications far more regularly than charter outfits. Focus your search on employers with documented DOL filing histories, Migrate Mate filters aviation roles by verified green card sponsorship activity.
Understand prevailing wage tiers for your role
Aviation roles range from EB-3 skilled worker (aircraft mechanics) to EB-2 advanced-degree positions (aerospace engineers). Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your role's SOC code and wage level before negotiating an offer, the employer's LCA must match.
Check whether your role needs a Schedule A shortage designation
Certain aviation-adjacent roles, including some physical therapists supporting airline crew health programs, fall under DOL's Schedule A shortage occupations and can bypass the full PERM recruitment process, significantly shortening your green card timeline.
Align your offer letter with PERM recruitment requirements
PERM requires the employer to document that no qualified U.S. workers were available for your specific role. Ensure your offer letter ties your duties to the minimum requirements filed with DOL so USCIS can't reject the I-140 for a mismatch later.
Use O*NET to match your background to specific SOC codes
Aviation covers dozens of O*NET occupations across operations, engineering, and maintenance. Matching your actual duties to the correct SOC code before your employer files ensures the prevailing wage determination reflects your real position, not a broader category.
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Find Aviation JobsAviation Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Which aviation roles commonly qualify for EB-2 versus EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Aerospace engineers, avionics systems engineers, and aviation safety analysts typically qualify for EB-2 sponsorship because those roles require an advanced degree or specialized credentials equivalent to one. Aircraft mechanics, line technicians, and commercial pilots with foreign licenses more commonly enter through EB-3 as skilled workers, since the minimum requirement is a bachelor's degree or specific vocational training rather than a graduate credential.
How does green card sponsorship through PERM differ from H-1B sponsorship for aviation professionals?
PERM is a permanent residency process with no annual lottery and no cap concerns for most nationalities at the EB-3 level, unlike the H-1B, which is subject to an annual 85,000-cap lottery. The trade-off is timeline: PERM labor certification alone can take six to twelve months, followed by I-140 adjudication and adjustment of status. H-1B approval can come faster but only grants temporary status and requires repeated renewals.
Do commercial pilots need special documentation to support a green card petition?
Yes. Your employer's PERM filing must describe the actual minimum requirements for the pilot role, and your FAA Airman Certificate must be on file before the petition moves forward. If you hold a foreign ICAO license, the FAA validation process runs separately and should be completed before your employer begins PERM recruitment to avoid delays at the I-140 stage.
How do I find aviation employers who actively sponsor green cards rather than just temporary work visas?
Not all aviation employers sponsor permanent residency, and many job postings don't specify. Migrate Mate lets you search aviation roles specifically filtered by employers with green card sponsorship history, so you can focus on companies that have already navigated the PERM and I-140 process rather than trying to convince an employer to start from scratch.
Can an aviation employer start my green card process while I'm working on an H-1B?
Yes, and this is a common strategy. Your employer can file the PERM labor certification and the I-140 immigrant petition while you maintain valid H-1B status. Once your I-140 is approved and a visa number is available, you file for adjustment of status or consular processing. H-1B extensions beyond the six-year cap limit are available under AC21 if your I-140 has been approved for at least 365 days.
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