About the role#
The Air Force Institute of Technology is hiring a Graduate Assistant to support the Graduate School of Engineering Management. This is a non-tenure track, part-time position within the excepted service. Appointments are for up to 366 days and may be extended based on performance.
What you'll do#
- Support faculty-mentored research by maintaining labs, equipment, hardware, and software.
- Conduct literature reviews and collect, analyze, and interpret data.
- Develop research products such as papers, presentations, and code.
- Assist instructors with course coordination, classroom management, and review sessions.
- Recommend grades for homework and exams and support lab setups.
- Deliver lessons, prepare lecture materials, and assist in developing exams if holding at least an MS or ME degree.
- Perform additional academic and administrative duties as assigned.
- Travel may be required to conduct research, present results, or establish professional contacts.
What you'll need#
- U.S. citizenship and registration for Selective Service.
- A relevant technical undergraduate degree in Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, or Aerospace Engineering, or Physics or Chemistry.
- Ability to communicate clearly in English regarding technical and academic subjects.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++, and experience with computational or plotting packages.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance, including successful background investigation and adjudication.
- Submission of academic transcripts with your application.
- Willingness to pass a drug test and maintain current certifications.
Location & details#
- Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio.
- On-site work modality.
- Part-time schedule, up to 40 hours bi-weekly.
About United States Air Force
The United States Air Force is a government agency founded in 1947. It operates within the defense and space manufacturing sector. The organization focuses on air, space, and cyberspace operations. It maintains a large workforce of over 246,000 personnel. The headquarters is located at Randolph AFB in Texas.
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