AAES Program Manager

Old Dominion University; Melfa (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an AAES Program Manager to serve as an on-site liaison at Old Dominion University, overseeing the Aerospace Academy's strategic priorities. This role involves coordinating outreach efforts, managing partnerships, and supporting curriculum development at various educational locations.

Candidates should possess a Master’s degree in education or STEM, demonstrated STEM experience, and strong communication skills. The position is full-time and involves regular site visits and collaboration across multiple educational institutions.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, STEM, or a related field; or a bachelor's degree in education, STEM with equivalent experience.
• Working knowledge of higher education environments.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serves as on-site liaison to the lab school and supports academy's mission.
• Coordinates outreach, partnership development, and operational activities.
• Supports curriculum development and implementation in various settings.

Skills

Written and oral communication skills

Organizational abilities

Proficiency in brand development

Event planning and project management

STEM education experience

Education

Master’s degree in education, STEM, or related field

Bachelor’s degree in education, STEM with equivalent experience

Tools

Online collaboration tools

3D printers

Job description

AAES Program Manager

Department: Aerospace Academy of Eastern Shore

Location: Melfa, VA

Position Type: Full Time

Job Summary

The Program Manager for the Aerospace Academy of the Eastern Shore (AAES) serves as Old Dominion University’s on‑site liaison to the lab school and supports the implementation of the Academy’s mission, vision, and strategic priorities under the supervision of the Executive Director of the Center for Educational Innovation and Opportunity. The Program Manager coordinates outreach, partnership development, sustainability initiatives, and operational activities; supports curriculum development and implementation in both Canvas and classroom settings; assists with instructional equipment and resource management; conducts site visits and implementation support activities; develops marketing and communications materials; and collaborates with school, university, industry, and community partners to ensure the successful operation and continuous improvement of the lab school.

The primary location will be at the Eastern Shore Community College. The position requires visiting the four school locations on a weekly to bi‑weekly basis: Arcadia High School, Chincoteague High School, Nandua High School, and Northampton High School. Occasional travel to other ODU locations may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, STEM, or a related field; or a bachelor’s degree in education, STEM, or a related field with experience equivalent to a master’s degree.
• Working knowledge of higher education environments.
• Working knowledge of K–12 school systems, specifically high schools.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with excellent organizational and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in brand development and creative program development.
• Proficiency working in a virtual environment, including experience with online collaboration tools.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective professional working relationships.
• Willingness and eagerness to learn and grow individually and as part of the lab school team.
• Demonstrated experience with event planning, project management, and collaborative team‑based work.
• Demonstrated experience cultivating and sustaining partnerships with industry, community, or workforce organizations.
• Some experience in STEM education and fields.
• Some experience leading instructional innovation such as experiential and interdisciplinary learning.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of 3D printers.
• Working knowledge of laboratory schools.
• Working knowledge of design thinking processes and experience applying them in educational, research, or workforce contexts.
• Considerable experience working in or with K–12 education settings, higher education, or community‑based learning environments.
• Some experience designing or supporting experiential learning models, including case‑based, problem‑based, or project‑based learning.
• Some background in aerospace and aviation education.
• Some experience collaborating with educators, faculty, or program leaders to support instructional innovation.
• Some experience supporting student recruitment, outreach, or pathway development.
• Some experience as a K–12 STEM teacher.
• Some experience coordinating engineering and science labs with aligned equipment needs.
• Some experience providing professional learning experiences.
• Educational Administration Endorsement preferred.

Criminal Background Check

The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at [phone].

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

ODU Statement

Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia’s forward‑focused public doctoral research university with more than 23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, an energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute $2.6 billion annually to Virginia’s economy.