Permanent Faculty Positions Permanent Faculty Positions Breadcrumb join the team permanent faculty positions Work at West Point MENU Join the West Point team Commissioned Officers Non-Commissioned Officers Civilians Volunteer Bridging Military Leadership and Academic ExcellenceAcademy professors serve as military and academic leaders within their respective departments. They are a critical link between the senior academic leaders at West Point and the remainder of the faculty and staff. Interested personnel can read more about the requirements for Functional Area 47 officers in the Officer Talent Management, DA Pam 600-3. Applicants must have a strong commitment to the educational, military, physical, and ethical development of cadets. Dedication to excellence in teaching is an absolute requirement. The U.S. Military Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Explore benefits of a career at West Point Academy Professor Electrical Engineering and Computer Science The United States Military Academy (USMA) invites qualified officers to apply for consideration as an Academy Professor (FA47) in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS), which includes the Army Cyber Institute (ACI). Academy Professors in EECS provide academic leadership through teaching, scholarship, and faculty development in the fields of Computer Science, Cyber Science, and Electrical Engineering. Strong applicants will demonstrate clear potential to serve in senior academic leadership roles within EECS, such as directing academic programs, leading core courses, serving as a research director, or contributing to research and leadership within the Army Cyber Institute. EECS offers academic majors in Computer Science, Cyber Science, and Electrical Engineering, with minors in Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Cyber Science, and Photonics. Faculty responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses within the Academy’s Core Curriculum and academic majors; curriculum development; supervision and mentorship of military and civilian faculty; service on faculty committees; and the conduct of scholarly research. Applicants must possess a Ph.D. or demonstrate clear potential to obtain a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Cyber Science, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related discipline. Candidates ideally have prior professional teaching experience at the college or university level and must demonstrate a capacity for continued academic achievement and scholarship. A passion for developing future Army officers and advancing research relevant to the Army is essential. Officers applying must have an exemplary military record, including strong performance in key developmental assignments at the field grade level, recent operational experience, and completion of Intermediate Level Education (ILE). Officers interested in applying for this position should contact MAJ Alberto Squatrito, Search Committee Secretary, United States Military Academy, West Point, New York 10996 by mail; email alberto.squatrito@westpoint.edu; or telephone (845) 938-5512. Completed applications must be received by 20 April 2026. Learn more about EECS A Unique Faculty for a Unique Mission Learn more about USMA's faculty model Functional Area 47 Officers Shape USMA Academic Environment As a Functional Area 47 officer at West Point, you’ll be part of a unique academic community where your operational experience enhances cadet education. You’ll teach, mentor, and help shape curriculum that bridges military practice with academic rigor. Your role is central to developing leaders of character – cadets who think critically, communicate effectively, and lead ethically. At USMA, you’ll collaborate with scholars and officers across disciplines, contribute to research, and influence the future of the Army through education. If you're passionate about leadership, learning, and service, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. Explore FAQS for commissioned officers at USMA Join the Rotating Military Faculty Serving at West Point is more than an assignment – it’s an opportunity to shape the next generation of Army leaders. Explore timelines and eligibility Explore Direct Hire Opportunities Officers with an existing master's degree or Ph.D. in a relevant field are occasionally assigned to the USMA faculty without the need to attend additional schooling. This is done by exception to fill unforecasted personnel shortfalls. Learn more about working at USMA Volunteer Opportunities at West Point Volunteers are essential to West Point’s mission of developing leaders of character for the nation. Explore volunteer opportunities