Strategic Initiatives & Education Programs Lead

Universities Space Research Association

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 125,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

USRA seeks a Program Manager to lead Strategic Initiatives & Program Development within the Education Programs Office in Houston, TX. You will drive program operations, proposal development, strategic planning, and partner engagement across AFRL-funded initiatives to expand education and workforce programs.

The role requires a Master’s degree and at least 7 years in program management, with demonstrated success in securing funding, managing multi-stakeholder projects, and building durable

Qualifications

Master's degree in Education or related field.
Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in program management, education, workforce development, strategic partnerships, proposal development, or related fields.
Experience cultivating partnerships across government, higher education, nonprofit, or research environments.
Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects with multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

Lead program operations, proposal development, and strategic planning.
Develop competitive proposals and grant submissions.
Cultivate stakeholder partnerships and drive business development.
Ensure compliance, reporting, and effective program implementation across AFRL initiatives.

Skills

Program management

Proposal development

Stakeholder engagement

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Education

Job description

The role requires a Master’s degree and at least 7 years in program management, with demonstrated success in securing funding, managing multi-stakeholder projects, and building durable

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