AFROTC Associate Professor of Aerospace Science - University of Illinois – Champaign, IL

Aleut Federal•Chicago, IL

5d•$90,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position is contingent upon contract award. The Associate Professor of Aerospace Science will be responsible for preparing, coordinating, and delivering Aerospace Studies instruction in accordance with AFROTC curriculum guidance, academic syllabi, and Department of the Air Force training requirements. This includes instructing cadets on Air Force organizational structure, mission, doctrine, leadership, customs and courtesies, operations, tactics, techniques, procedures, regulations, and policies. The role involves conducting classroom, laboratory, off-site, and experiential training activities, and evaluating student performance through various assessment methods. Additionally, the position supports cadet training and development, including planning and coordinating Leadership Laboratory (LLAB) activities, Professional Military Training (PMT), Professional Development Training (PDT), and physical fitness programs. Administrative duties include assisting with the Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT), Field Training preparation, cadet evaluations, and monitoring academic progress. The role also involves performing cadet personnel and administrative actions, supporting enrollment processing, scholarship administration, and managing cadet records and pay actions. Resource management and operational support include assisting with detachment resource management, lesson plan management, and supporting various boards, evaluations, and inspections. Recruiting and outreach efforts are also a key part of the role, supporting AFROTC recruiting and retention objectives through participation in events and prospect development. Finally, the position requires continuous improvement through analysis of instructional effectiveness and operational support, providing recommendations for enhancements.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
Must possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
Must have served as an officer in the U.S. Air Force or other U.S. uniformed service.
Must have a minimum of 5 years of active duty service as an officer.
Must have completed Air Command and Staff College (ACSC) or equivalent professional military education.
Must have a strong understanding of Air Force doctrine, organization, and operations.
Must possess excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or higher from an accredited institution.
Experience in curriculum development and instruction.
Experience in recruiting or outreach activities.
Familiarity with AFROTC programs and regulations.

Responsibilities

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.