Deputy Director of Strategic Partnerships ASSURE
Deputy Director of Strategic Partnerships ASSURE
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Position Function:
The Deputy Director for Strategic Partnerships is a remote/hybrid fulltime position in support of ASSURE located on MSUs Main Campus. This position is responsible to the Executive Director for driving UAS integration in the nations airspace system to improve national security commerce public safety and benefit through the applied research capabilities across ASSUREs 30 universities and over 100 industry and government partners. The successful candidate will engage with various stakeholders (FAA NASA FEMA NIST DHS DOD and other agencies and industry customers) to support the development of innovative regulatory frameworks that facilitate safe and effective UAS implementation in our everyday lives. Coordinates with Associate Directors and the Office of Research and Economic Development in the creation of proposals and associated budgets and further assists in the capture of research grants and contracts. Develops and maintains technical understanding of all ASSURE universities and partners competences identifies opportunities for employment of these capabilities and advances solutions to capture opportunities and solve problems. Serves as MSU and ASSURE advocate to federal state and commercial activities in the USA and internationally. Utilizes this experience and expertise to inform the Executive Directors development effort in creating strategic plans and vision for ASSURE
Salary Grade:20
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC these positions are Unclassified and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Department Profile:
Alliance for System Safety of UAS through Research Excellence is comprised of 29 of the worlds leading research institutions and more than a hundred leading industry and government partners. ASSURE members are core to four FAA UAS test sites lead four FAA research centers and have a multitude of UAS ranging from small drones below 55 pounds to the largest UAS at any US academic institution at 1800 pounds. This alliance features expertise across a broad spectrum of research areas including: Air traffic control interoperability UAS airport ground operations control and communications detect and avoid human factors UAS noise reduction UAS wake signatures unmanned aircraft pilot training and certification low altitude operations safety spectrum management and UAS traffic management. ASSURE possesses the expertise experience and influence that the FAA Center of Excellence for Unmanned Aircraft Systems demands.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Build maintain and leverage a robust network of stakeholders subject matter experts partners and sponsors within the UAS and public safety sectors to facilitate collaboration information sharing and the development of applied research and programs to solve problems and advance opportunities.
Actively identify and analyze opportunities/challenges and gaps related to UAS integration into the nations airspace and its safe/efficient uses in public safety including potential regulatory hurdles and technological advancements.
For the Executive Director develop and implement strategic plans to address identified problems and leverage opportunities in collaboration with our partners and stakeholders.
Act as a liaison between universities industry stakeholders and government agencies to foster collaborative efforts and cocreate solutions for regulatory and public safety challenges.
Collaborate with sponsors and stakeholders to explore funding opportunities support grant writing efforts and develop strategies for securing financial resources for proposed projects.
Develop strategies and help facilitate the capture of cost share as required by the FAA COE.
Synthesize insights from ASSURE studies and stakeholders to communicate findings and recommendations to diverse audiences including decisionmakers and the public.
Plan and coordinate ASSURE national and international outreach activities to bring together stakeholders and facilitate dialogue on regulatory and operational issues related to UAS.
Collaborate with the marketing/communications team to align business development goals with marketing strategies ensuring the organizations messaging and digital presence support its growth objectives.
Keep abreast of trends advancements and best practices in UAS technology and public safety uses of UAS to inform strategic initiatives and stakeholder engagement.
In coordination with the ASSURE team develop ROM cost estimates for related research tasks and other potential activities.
Performs related duties as assigned.
The above essential duties are representative of major duties in this position. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge skills and abilities required for the job. Not all the duties may be assigned to a position.
Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelors degree in engineering Management Business Geospatial Sciences or Aviationrelated field with seven years experience in Aviation; engineering; program management; or test or evaluation of unmanned aircraft or applicable systems.
Preferred Qualifications:
A Masters degree in Engineering Management Business Geospatial Sciences or Aviation related field.
Ten years related experience with aviation; systems design; engineering; program management; research and development; or test or evaluation of unmanned aircraft or applicable systems.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Understanding of business development strategies preaward and closing
Ability and experience in identifying problems and opportunities and developing innovative solutions.
Possesses leadership skills representing institutional interests to national and international stakeholders managing program and projectlevel activities and mentoring/motivating employees.
Direct work experience in project management; particularly aviation and governmentsponsored projects.
Experience in working effectively managing and leading teams across departments to achieve goals.
Proficient in managing multiple projects simultaneously and meeting deadlines.
Experience in risk assessment mitigation and management.
Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods and data analysis techniques.
Knowledge of applicable FAA and public safety regulations and guidance pertaining to the operation of UAS in the national airspace system.
Knowledge of the UAS industry including key manufacturers suppliers service providers and integrators.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office computer networking and programs and computerbased systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively to stakeholders and sponsors.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
The position may require employee to work with hazardous materials. Employee is required to wear personal protective equipment.
Physical requirements include frequent sitting talking hearing walking and standing. Occasionally it requires reaching climbing or balancing stooping kneeling crouching crawling handling objects with hands and lifting up to 55 pounds.
Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically. Externally exposed to deadlines; set and revised beyond ones control; interruptions influence priorities; difficult to anticipate nature or volume of work with certainty beyond a few days; meeting of deadlines and coordination of unrelated activities are key to position; will involve conflict resolution or similar interactions involving emotional issues or stress on a regular basis.
Extensive travel will be required.
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: online by submitting a cover letter resume and a copy of your transcript(s). Any social security numbers included on requested transcripts should be redacted prior to submitting online.
We will accept applications only from persons with indefinite employment authorization in the U.S. and will not sponsor for nonimmigrant or immigrant status for this position.
Restricted Clause:
Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
MSU is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color ethnicity sex religion national origin disability age sexual orientation genetic information pregnancy gender identity status as a U.S. veteran and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women members of any minority group and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
