Important Announcement
New Editor-in-Chief Sought for the Progress in Astronautics and Aeronautics Series

AIAA is seeking an outstanding candidate to assume the responsibilities of Editor-in-Chief of the Progress in Astronautics and Aeronautics Series. The chosen candidate will assume the editorship at an exciting time as AIAA continues to expand its ability to support eBooks and other electronic content, along with publishing a range of titles in traditional print format. The next Editor-in-Chief will have an opportunity to create a lasting influence on championing emerging topics in the field into definitive publications that impact the aerospace profession.

The Progress in Astronautics and Aeronautics series is devoted to books that present a particular well-defined subject reflecting advances in the fields of aerospace science, engineering, and/or technology. In many cases, these are edited collections of papers with multiple chapter contributors.

A successful series Editor-in-Chief will have a broad range of interests beyond strictly technical aerospace topics, and some familiarity with book publishing is preferred. The editor works closely with AIAA Headquarters staff to identify new topics and potential authors, maintain high-quality print and electronic content, and promote the series and AIAA’s publishing program. The editor solicits and evaluates book proposals and manuscript submissions, recommends outside manuscript reviewers, and works with AIAA staff to ensure that all proposals are processed in a fair and timely manner. The anticipated time commitment is modest in comparison to the editorship of a journal.

Interested candidates are invited to send letters of application describing their reasons for applying, summarizing their relevant experience and qualifications, and offering initial priorities for the book series; full résumés; and complete lists of publications to:

David Arthur
Director, Publications Strategy and Acquisition
Email: [email protected]

A minimum of two letters of recommendation are required. The recommendations should be sent by the parties writing the letters directly to Mr. David Arthur by email. To receive full consideration, applications and all required materials must be received at AIAA Headquarters by 14 April 2023, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

A search committee appointed by the AIAA Publications Committee Chair, Robert Pitz, will seek candidates and review all applications received. The search committee will recommend a qualified candidate to the Publications Committee Chair for final approval. This is an open process, and the final selection will be made only on the basis of the applicants’ merits. All candidates will be notified of the final decision.