Aerospace engineering department
Research Areas
The Department of Aerospace Engineering (DAE) at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M) is actively involved in cutting-edge research in various areas of aerospace engineering.
The Department participates in several regional, national, and international projects and also collaborates with industry partners to translate its research into practical applications and technologies.
Its research activities contribute significantly to the advancement of the aerospace industry and have a positive impact on society as a whole.
- Numerical and experimental aerodynamics
- Aeroelasticity and structural analysis
- Aircraft and spacecraft design
- Dynamics and control of aerospace systems
- Aircraft operations & Airborne wind energy
- Space propulsion & Astrodynamics
Aeroelastic and Structural Design Lab
R. Cavallaro & A. Cini
Computational Fluid Dynamics Lab
O. Flores
Dynamics and Control in Aerospace Systems
A. Marcos, M. Sanjurjo & M. Soler
Experimental Aerodynamics and Propusion Lab
S. Discetti, A. Ianiro & M. Raiola
Plasma and Space Propulsion Team (EP2)
E. Ahedo, M. Merino & P. Fajardo
Tethers Applied to Aerospace Engineering
G. Sánchez-Arriaga & M. Sanjurjo
Teaching Activities
The Department of Aerospace Engineering (DAE) is a faculty group of the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, responsible for aerospace engineering degrees at UC3M, at the Bachelor, Master’s, and Doctorate levels.
Bachelor in Aerospace Engineering
The Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering aims to train professionals to work in companies that design, manufacture and certify a wide variety of products and …
Master in Aeronautical Engineering
The Master in Aeronautical Engineering (MAE) provides full professional accreditation as Aeronautical Engineer in Spain and …
Master in Space Engineering
The Master in Space Engineering provides comprehensive and specialized training required by the space industry. This is a booming sector with growth in Europe and Spain…
Ph.D. Interuniversity Program in Fluid Mechanics
Access to the Ph.D. Program in Fluid Mechanics is intended for students who meet the entry requirements with degrees in the fields of Engineering and …
Ph.D. Program in Aerospace Engineering
The Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering aims to train professionals to work in companies that design, manufacture and certify a large variety of products and…
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Exciting Opportunity: Research Assistant Position in Plasma Space Engines Development
We are pleased to announce a 2-year research contract for highly motivated candidates eager to contribute to the development of novel Particle-in-cell algorithms for the simulation of space plasma thrusters. Position Tasks The selected candidate will be responsible...
CAM On Air Research Grants for Pre-Doctoral Training 2024
The CAM On Air Research Grants program is now open for applications. These grants are designed to hire pre-doctoral researchers in training to complete their doctoral theses under the framework of the International Doctorate. Application Period Internal Start Date:...
FPU 2024 Doctoral Scholarships – Call for Applications
The Ministry of Universities has opened applications for the FPU 2024 doctoral scholarships, aimed at supporting advanced research and university teaching training. Eligibility CriteriaNational and international candidates with strong academic records (bachelor's...
Upcoming Leonardo Grants for Scientific Research and Cultural Creation in Physics, Chemistry, and Engineering – BBVA Foundation
We are pleased to announce the upcoming opening of the Becas Leonardo de Investigación Científica y Creación Cultural en Física, Química e Ingenierías 2024 - Fundación BBVA The application period will be open from December 18th, 2024, until January 31st, 2025, at 2:00...