Warfighting Studies Instructor or Professor

U.S. Air Force Academy Air Force Academy, Colorado $ 85,423 – $ 168,838

Full-time Closes 13 Nov 2026 · 28 days left

Air Force Academy, Colorado $ 85,423 – $ 168,838 Full-time Closes 13 Nov 2026

What the job is
The U.S. Air Force Academy in Air Force Academy, Colorado is hiring instructors and professors to teach warfighting studies to future military officers. These roles focus on teaching, not research.

What you will do
Teach undergraduate courses on warfighting, which includes military theory, history, tactics, strategy, and technology. Help students understand how air, space, and cyber operations work together in real-world missions. Use wargames and case studies to train students to make good decisions in high-pressure situations. Work with other teachers to improve courses and mentor junior faculty. May lead course planning or academic projects depending on rank.

What you need
Strong teaching skills and knowledge of military studies, strategy, or related fields. Ability to connect theory with real-world military operations. Experience in education or military service is helpful. Higher ranks (Assistant Professor and above) need more leadership and curriculum development skills.

What you will get
A salary between $85,423 and $168,838 per year. The chance to shape future Air Force and Space Force leaders in a structured academic environment.