Robotics / FIRST LEGO League (FLL) Project Manager

FedWriters, Inc.•Wright-Patterson AFB, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

FWI is building a team to deliver STEM outreach support services for the Air Force Research Laboratory's (AFRL) Next-Gen Outreach Office at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio. As the FIRST LEGO League (FLL) Project Manager, you will serve as Ohio's Lead Partner for the FIRST LEGO League program — a nationally recognized robotics initiative for students ages 9–14 — managing all aspects of Ohio's tournament season, from qualifying events to the State Championship. FWI has been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Washington Post in 2024 and 2025, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment. Position is contingent upon contract award.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an education field
Minimum 1 year of functional area experience OR minimum 5 years of classroom teaching experience
Active Ohio Teacher License (or any U.S. state teaching license) required

Nice To Haves

Direct experience organizing and executing a FIRST LEGO League Challenge Ohio Championship preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as Lead Ohio Partner, maintaining direct relationship with FIRST representatives
Coordinate and manage administration of all Ohio FIRST LEGO League activities
Provide logistical and program support for the annual Ohio State Championship Tournament (~2.5 days)
Support all FLL Challenge teams (ages 9–14) statewide
Provide support to all Ohio qualifying tournaments
Develop and execute annual Ohio FLL program execution plan; provide training for partners statewide
Recruit, train, and schedule volunteers for local events and State Championship
Oversee the 'FLL Tournament in a Trailer' project including scheduling, maintenance, insurance, and transport
Procure and manage trophies, medals, and sponsor plaques as required by FIRST
Lead summer robotics camp, tournament training, and State Championship event
Update and maintain FLL social media presence (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)