AFROTC Associate Professor of Aerospace Studies

THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD

This role will be at New Mexico State University in Las Cruces.

Key Responsibilities of the Aerospace Studies Instruction role:

• Prepare, coordinate, and deliver Aerospace Studies instruction in accordance with AFROTC curriculum guidance, academic syllabi, and Department of the Air Force training requirements.
• Instruct cadets on Air Force organizational structure, mission, doctrine, leadership, customs and courtesies, operations, tactics, techniques, procedures, regulations, and policies.
• Conduct classroom, laboratory, off-site, and experiential training activities in support of cadet development objectives.
• Evaluate student performance through examinations, assessments, practical applications, and training events to ensure comprehension and application of instructional material.

Cadet Training and Development

• Plan, synchronize, coordinate, and support Leadership Laboratory (LLAB) activities and cadet leadership development events.
• Support Professional Military Training (PMT), Professional Development Training (PDT), and physical fitness program oversight.
• Assist with administration of the Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT), Field Training preparation, cadet evaluations, and assessment events.
• Review and monitor cadet academic degree plans and progress to ensure timely graduation and commissioning eligibility.

Cadet Administration and Personnel Support

• Perform cadet personnel and administrative actions in accordance with AFROTCI 36-2011 and applicable Holm Center guidance.
• Support enrollment processing, scholarship administration, standards and disciplinary actions, medical documentation, and cadet records management.
• Assist with cadet pay actions, DFAS record creation, textbook payments, uniform commutation pay, and travel-related processing.
• Maintain and update cadet information within WINGS and other AFROTC information management systems.

Resource Management and Operational Support

• Support detachment resource management and administrative functions related to cadet pay, tuition tracking, travel, and financial reporting.
• Assist with lesson plan management, distribution of educational materials, academic program updates, and compliance with Automated AFROTC Mail System (ARMS) directives.
• Support detachment, regional, and headquarters-level boards, evaluations, award packages, decorations, instructor qualification packages, and promotion or reduction boards.
• Assist with inspections, operational evaluations, compliance reviews, and facility inspections, including data collection, schedule coordination, reporting, and corrective action tracking.

Recruiting and Outreach

• Support AFROTC recruiting and retention objectives through participation in recruiting, outreach, and marketing events.
• Assist with prospect development, recruiting data management, and participation in orientations, college fairs, parades, high school visits, and community engagement events.
• Support Cross Town Agreement activities with affiliated colleges and universities, including joint training and cadet events.

Continuous Improvement and Mission Support

• Conduct analysis of instructional effectiveness and support operations to identify process improvements and operational efficiencies. Provide written recommendations regarding corrective actions, procedural improvements, technology integration, and mission enhancement initiatives supporting AFROTC enterprise objectives.

Salary Range:

• $85,000 -- $95,000 (annually)

Closing Date:

• We will accept applications until the position is filled.

Benefits:

Aleut offers the following benefits to eligible employees:

• Health insurance
• Dental/Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life insurance
• 401k and match

EEO Statement:

Aleut Federal, LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, AF complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. AF prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

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