University of Tennessee dba Space Institute (UTSI)

Academic & Student Affairs Assistant

Detailed listing

Delivery

In person source value: In-Person

Length

About 13 to 17 weeks source value: 91 - 120 days

Branches

Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, Space Force

Target MOCs

Any

Career field

Business and Financial Operations, Management, Office and Administrative Support

Summary

Support the student journey from first contact to first day of class. The Academic and Student Affairs Assistant helps coordinate recruiting activities, student onboarding, orientation, course communications, and academic documentation while keeping the Office of Academic and Student Affairs organized, responsive, and student focused.

Eligibility

<ul> <li>Ability to work in Tullahoma, Tennessee</li> <li>Valid driver’s license</li> <li>Ability to pass the required background check</li></ul

What the work involves

The Academic and Student Affairs Assistant supports the administrative and operational functions of UTSI’s recruiting, academic affairs, and student affairs activities. This position assists the UTSI Graduate and Professional Studies Recruiter by identifying recruiting opportunities, developing seasonal recruiting event schedules, coordinating event logistics, acquiring recruitment materials, maintaining inventory, attending events as needed, and managing recruiting-related expenses within the approved budget. The assistant maintains the recruiting databases, ensuring all candidates’ resumes and contact information are correctly archived and easily searchable. The role also supports the Office of Academic and Student Affairs through procurement card purchases, business expense coordination, candidate information management, email inquiry response, and general administrative support. Additional responsibilities include assisting with new student onboarding and Fall Orientation materials, serving as a backup exam proctor, supporting course announcement distribution, and helping collect and organize syllabi and documentation for new course proposals and approvals.

Locations

• AEDC, Tullahoma, TN

Digital Marketing and Events Manager - Job Training Program

Detailed listing

Delivery

In person source value: In-Person

Length

About 17 to 21 weeks source value: 121 - 150 days

Type

Job Training Program

Branches

Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, Space Force

Target MOCs

Any (Bonus: 46A, 46S, 46Z, 4502, 4503, 4511, 4591, 165X, 35P/35PX, 3NOX6)

Career field

Business and Financial Operations, Office and Administrative Support, Sales and Related

Summary

This position provides marketing and event support for the UTSI Huntsville Office, ensuring successful outreach and brand awareness at events and online. Responsibilities include planning and implementing in-person events, including UTSI-hosted events; booth setup/teardown; and managing online social media accounts, including developing online content for those accounts.

Eligibility

Prefer Bachelor’s degree in business, communication, marketing, or a similar field with 2-5 years of relevant work experience.

What the work involves

Marketing and Communication Management- Work with UTSI Huntsville Office team and Office Director to assess, prioritize, and continuously improve office operations and procedures regarding marketing, branding, social media, and communication outreach for the Huntsville Research Office Director. (kaizen)- This position will focus on storytelling to showcase the work of UTSI and the UTSI Huntsville Office.- Serves as the lead content writer and editor for strategic marketing communications to ensure brand consistency, style edits, structure, and flow.- Maintain memberships for office members in organizations through the Huntsville Community; i.e. HASBAT, HAMA, Chamber of Commerce.-Monitor the UTSI Huntsville central mailbox account, determine what is being requested and forward to staff to respond to requests from sponsors.-Maintain and update Huntsville Research Office customer CRM.-Develop and maintain database of possible events, organizations, and memberships/subscriptions.-Work with the UTSI and UTK Communications offices to develop other marketing materials as appropriate.-Other duties as needed. Digital Marketing-Develop and publish content for LinkedIn, Instagram and other social media platforms, supporting UTSI and UTSI Huntsville Office’s outreach and marketing efforts.-Maintains social media accounts, works to manage them in a positive light, and addresses any issues quickly, working with UTSI Huntsville Office to address issues quickly and professionally.-Identify and develop social media content, working with UTSI staff, including staff researchers to share stories of success and partnerships with government and industry partners.-Create and publish a professional monthly newsletter via email focused on the UTSI Huntsville market, highlighting key UTSI capabilities, successes, partnerships, and opportunities. Event Planning and Execution- Organize special events hosted by the Huntsville Research Office, such as VIP Tours, Meetings, Faculty/PM engagements, Capabilities Briefs - this involves coordinating with all participants, creating an agenda, ordering refreshments and/or lunch, and other tasks as appropriate.-Develop, plan, organize and implement business development related events in Huntsville and other markets to support our outreach efforts. This includes coordinating with host organizations, government champions, and corporate sponsors. Works to identify panelists and plan panels.-Coordinate Expo booth participation and plan conference engagement with UTSI and stakeholders; coordinating with UTSI participants to schedule key meetings, booth cover, and other conference engagement type activities for the team to have successful participation at the conference. Office Management- Advise the director of time-sensitive issues to ensure follow-up.- Assess and prioritizes office operations and procedures for the Huntsville Research Office Director.- Maintain membership for office members in organizations through the Huntsville Community: HASBAT, HAMA, Chamber of Commerce, etc.-Monitor the UTSI Huntsville central mailbox account, determine what is being requested and forward to staff to respond to requests from sponsors.-Complete travel arrangements for the Director, and other members of the Huntsville Research Office- Handle all procurement card usage for ordering items and keeping up with inventory. Use procurement card for office supplies, conference fees, and certain items for special events.-Other duties as needed.

Locations

• Redstone, Huntsville, AL

Grants and Contracts (G&C) Coordinator - Job Training Program

Detailed listing

Delivery

In person source value: In-Person

Length

About 13 to 17 weeks source value: 91 - 120 days

Type

Job Training Program

Branches

Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, Space Force

Target MOCs

<li><strong>We are open to accepting any rank, skills designator, military service, or level of experience for placements that last anywhere from 90–180 days.</strong></li

Summary

<p>As the <strong><span style=color:#FF8200;">University of Tennessee Space Institute (UTSI)</span></strong> grows and becomes more involved in research with local industries and federal agencies

What the work involves

The grants and contracts (G&C) coordinator will support the UTSI Office of Grants and Contracts by assisting with tasks related to proposal preparation, submittal and distribution of awards. Duties may include entering data into the University internal tracking system, Cayuse, to ensure efficient and up-to-date information for reporting purposes. This position will provide support, as necessary, to proposal submissions that utilize a variety of industrial or government portals (federal, state, industry). The coordinator will use the federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and the defense federal acquisition regulations (DFAR) to determine the applicability of FAR/DFAR grant/contract requirements. The coordinator will also evaluate non-research contracts for requirements utilizing the standard contract manual as developed by the UT System office.

Locations

• AEDC, Tullahoma, TN

Instructor/Faculty - Job Training Program

Detailed listing

Delivery

In person source value: In-Person

Length

About 17 to 21 weeks source value: 121 - 150 days

Type

Job Training Program

Branches

Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, Space Force

Career field

Architecture and Engineering, Computer and Mathematical, Life, Physical, and Social Science

Summary

The UTSI instructors play a critical role in the expansion of UTSI research opportunities and workforce development for local industries. The university wants to take the lead in workforce development for the Huntsville/southern middle Tennessee region and plans on achieving this by increasing its student enrollment and course offerings. The instructor role is crucial for the growth of the university. The instructor will co-instruct a Master's level or undergraduate course in aerospace or mechanical engineering in partnership with an experienced faculty member who regularly teaches the course. The university would like to increase the mechanical, aerospace, and biomedical engineering (MABE) department at UTSI and having more instructors to teach and train students is vitally important.

Eligibility

A Ph.D. in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics field is required. 1 – 5 years of related experience (experience in teaching courses) is preferred.

What the work involves

Applicant will co-instruct a Master's level or undergraduate course in aerospace or mechanical engineering in partnership with an experienced faculty member who regularly teaches the course. The applicant will be provided with course materials and mentorship, but will also be encouraged to draw from their professional experience to enrich the content of the course. Successful applicants with interest in the area may also be coached on the development of academic research programs and be given an opportunity to develop experience in the proposal and management of educational research programs. Primary Responsibilities: • Instruct two 75-minute lectures a week. • Advise individual students enrolled in the course during routine office hours and ad hoc appointments. • Grade exams and assignments related to the assigned course. • Suggest additional content based on professional experience to enrich course content. • Help plan for the development of future courses and curriculum development. • Develop graduate courses in their area of research to facilitate departmental growth. • Interested applicants will also be provided an opportunity to contribute to sponsored research programs with the goal of broadening the applicant's experience and record of professional accomplishments in this area.

Locations

• AEDC, Tullahoma, TN

Laboratory Technician Manager - Job Training Program

Detailed listing

Delivery

In person source value: In-Person

Length

About 13 to 17 weeks source value: 91 - 120 days

Type

Job Training Program

Branches

Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, Space Force

Target MOCs

Any

Career field

Architecture and Engineering, Installation, Maintenance, and Repair

Defense Industrial Base

Yes

Summary

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Precision Chemical Cleaning Lab Tech at our Huntsville, AL facility.

Eligibility

Laboratory Skills and Quality Control experience preferred. Strong Analytical Skills and and attention to detail. Detail-oriented with a focus on precision and quality. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. High school diploma or equivalent; further education or certifications in relevant fields are advantageous. Must be a US Person and be able to pass a background check.

What the work involves

The laboratory technician will be responsible for performing precision chemical cleaning, maintainingquality control, conducting laboratory tests, and ensuring compliance with good manufacturing practices (GMP).The role involves working closely with the team to meet the highest standards of cleanliness and safety foraerospace and defense applications.

Locations

• Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL

Maintenance Specialist (Trades) - Job Training Program

Detailed listing

Delivery

In person source value: In-Person

Length

About 17 to 21 weeks source value: 121 - 150 days

Type

Job Training Program

Branches

Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, Space Force

Career field

Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance, Construction and Extraction, Installation, Maintenance, and Repair

Summary

The University of Tennessee Space Institute (UTSI) seeks a Maintenance Specialist to aid the Facilities department with maintenance and repairs of all campus facilities which include buildings, grounds, and utility systems including but not limited to lights, ceilings, doors, restrooms, and HVAC equipment. The Facilities department maintains all buildings and grounds of the campus and the maintenance performed may be routine, emergency, or preventive, this includes inspections on building systems and equipment.

Eligibility

At least five years of experience in maintenance and troubleshooting commercial grade electrical and/or refrigeration systems.

What the work involves

This position requires the ability to operate power tools/machinery, operate light or heavy equipment, wear personal protective equipment if required, climb ladders, work in high places, to walk over extended periods, and work while bending and stooping. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must have ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, staff and university personnel and work with others in a respectful, cooperative manner and be a team player. Must have ability to follow directions, pass mandatory Program for Minors training, pass a background check, take annual safety and OHSA training as required by the state and campus safety office. Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance to work in securedfacilities. Must be reliable in attendance, clean and neat in appearance, and be able to perform moderately strenuous activities. Workdays = Monday through Friday, hours 7:30 am until 4:30 pm. Job Function/Responsibilities: • Install, repair, maintain, overhaul, clean and service various types of refrigeration and HVAC/R equipment • Perform preventative maintenance on air conditioning, refrigeration, and ventilation systems as well as plumbing involved with HVAC/R. • Maintain and repair building systems including following a maintenance schedule for greasing bearings, replacing belts, checking and repairing exhaust fans and pumps. • Will assist in repair and overhaul of pumps and air compressors as well as modify and adjust systems and units to include thermostats and control systems. • Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems up to 480 volts, facilities, and appliances. • Performs other related duties as required .

Locations

• AEDC, Tullahoma, TN