AAES Program Manager

Old Dominion University; Virginia, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Dominion University seeks a Program Manager for the Aerospace Academy of the Eastern Shore (AAES). The role serves as the on-site liaison to the lab school and supports the Academy’s mission and priorities under the Executive Director of the Center for Educational Innovation and Opportunity.

Key duties include coordinating outreach, partnerships, and sustainability initiatives; supporting curriculum development in Canvas and classrooms; managing instructional equipment; and collaborating

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, STEM, or related field.
• 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 with the lab school team.
• Demonstrated experience with event planning, project management, and collaborative teamwork.
• Demonstrated experience cultivating partnerships with industry, community, or workforce organizations.
• Some experience in STEM education and instructional innovation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site liaison to the lab school and support AAES mission.
• Coordinate outreach, partnerships, and sustainability initiatives.
• Support curriculum development in Canvas and classroom settings.
• Assist with instructional equipment and resource management.
• Conduct site visits and implementation support activities; develop marketing materials.
• Collaborate with school, university, industry, and community partners for continuous improvement of the lab school.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Virtual collaboration tools

Relationship building

Event planning

Project management

Team collaboration

Learning mindset

Education

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

Tools

Canvas

3D printers

Job description

• Staff and Administrative & Professional Faculty Applicants:
• Contact Human Resources at:
  [phone]
  [e-mail]
• Teaching and Research Faculty Applicants:
• Contact Academic Affairs at:
  [e-mail]

AAES Program Manager

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

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 is expected to visit the four school locations on a weekly to bi-weekly basis. The locations are Arcadia High School, Chincoteague High School, Nandua High School, and Northampton High School. Occasional travel to other ODU locations may be required.

Position Type

Position Type FullTime

Type of Recruitment

Type of Recruitment General Public

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, STEM , or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
• 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 in coordinating engineering and science labs with aligned equipment needs.
• Some experience providing professional learning experiences.
• Educational Administration Endorsement preferred.

Conditions of Employment

Job Open Date

06/25/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required

• 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].

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.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Recommendation/Reference Letter 1
• Recommendation/Reference Letter 2
• Recommendation/Reference Letter 3
• Standard Form 50 (SF-50)

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

If you have questions

Staff and Administrative & Professional Faculty applicants, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at [phone] or [e-mail].
Teaching and Research Faculty applicants, please contact the Office of Academic Affairs at [e-mail].