Associate / Assistant Manager, Industry Development & Community Engagement (Space and UAS)

Association of Aerospace Industries (Singapore); Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Association of Aerospace Industries (Singapore) (AAIS) is seeking a proactive professional to drive aerospace industry development and act as a focal point for Space and UAS communities. You will engage stakeholders, coordinate programmes, and strengthen industry participation.

Responsibilities include coordinating industry dialogues, gathering insights, and providing secretariat support for committees and working groups.

Qualifications

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Aviation Management, Business, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong interest in the aerospace, space and unmanned aviation sectors.
• Good stakeholder engagement, communication and relationship management skills.
• Organised, proactive and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Salary/appointment level will be determined by qualifications and experience; fresh graduates welcome.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of programmes and initiatives that enhance Singapore's aerospace sector growth.
• Engage industry stakeholders, government agencies, institutes of higher learning and research organisations to facilitate collaboration.
• Gather industry insights to identify challenges, opportunities and trends.
• Support industry development projects, capability-building programmes and workforce initiatives.
• Plan industry dialogues, workshops and stakeholder meetings; prepare briefing papers and materials.
• Provide secretariat support for committees and working groups and strengthen member engagement.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Project management

Multitasking

Aerospace interest

Education

Aerospace Engineering

Aviation Management

Business

Engineering

Job description

Company Overview

The Association of Aerospace Industries (Singapore) or AAIS, is a no-for-profit corporate membership organisation representing the aerospace and related companies. We serve as the voice of industry to influence future directions and policies, facilitate business and engender the development of the industry community.

Job Summary

The incumbent will support AAIS's aerospace industry development and serve as the focal point for engagement with the Space and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) communities, collaborating with stakeholders to drive initiatives and strengthen industry participation.

Key Responsibilities

Industry Development

• Support the development and implementation of programmes and initiatives that enhance the competitiveness and growth of Singapore's aerospace sector.
• Engage industry stakeholders, government agencies, institutes of higher learning and research organisations to facilitate collaboration and partnership opportunities.
• Gather industry insights and feedback to identify key challenges, opportunities and emerging trends.
• Support the administration and execution of industry development projects, capability-building programmes, workforce initiatives and other strategic activities.
• Plan and coordinate industry dialogues, workshops, seminars, networking sessions, business missions and stakeholder meetings in support of industry development objectives.
• Prepare reports, presentations, briefing papers and meeting materials to support stakeholder engagement and project implementation.

Membership Engagement (Space & UAS Communities)

• Drive engagement and participation within AAIS's Space and UAS communities.
• Build and maintain relationships with member companies, startups, research organisations and ecosystem partners.
• Develop and implement activities, events and initiatives that enhance member value and strengthen community engagement.
• Promote AAIS programmes, services and opportunities to existing and prospective members.
• Support membership recruitment, retention and growth within the Space and UAS sectors.
• Serve as a key point of contact for members and stakeholders within the respective communities and provide secretariat support for relevant committees and working groups.

Requirements

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Aviation Management, Business, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong interest in the aerospace, space and unmanned aviation sectors.
• Good stakeholder engagement, communication and relationship management skills.
• Organised, proactive and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• The salary and appointment level will be determined based on the successful candidate’s qualifications, relevant experience and demonstrated capabilities. Fresh graduates with strong potential are welcome to apply.