Lockheed Martin Endowed Director of the Advanced Manufacturing Sciences Institute

Department

Summary

MSU Denver seeks a visionary manufacturing industry experienced Director of the Advanced Manufacturing Sciences Institute (AMSI) to lead a dual mandate: (1) operate an Industry 4.0 Center of Excellence (COE) that serves Colorado manufacturers through demos training microcredentials and sponsor partnerships; and (2) stand up and steward a Masters of Science in Innovation (Industry 4.0/5.0) graduate program emphasizing AIdriven modelbased manufacturing with a strong humancentered (Industry 5.0) and space/hirel quality focus. The Director is the Institutes chief integratorlinking industry faculty labs and studentsand is accountable for growth quality compliance and impact.

Reports to: Dean College of Aerospace Computing Engineering & Design (CACED)

Type: 12month administrative staff (endowed directorship) with potential teaching load by mutual agreement

Key Responsibilities

1) Institute Leadership & Strategy

Set and execute the Advanced Manufacturing programs mission vision and annual plan; drive the programs strategy by advancing industry relevant technologies practices and partnerships that prepare students for immediate workforce impact and address critical manufacturing workforce gaps while ensuring alignment with college and university strategy budgets and policies.

Maintain a highfunctioning Advisory Board with an outcomes/KPI dashboard (sponsors student credit hours enrollmentsincluding 41 badge revenue placements).

2) Industry 4.0 Center of Excellence (COE)

Lead and scale the feeforservice partnerships engine: demonstrations corporate training (standard/custom) microcredentials/certificates applied R&D capstone sponsorships and selective lab/equipment access.
Leverage Colorado Advanced Manufacturing Association (CAMA) networks and state/federal awards (OEDIT EDA) to convene industry partners launch high-impact programming and generate applied industry projects.
Standardize scoping IP safety and KPI templates for company projects; ensure prudent financial management and risk controls.

3) Graduate Program: MS in Innovation (Industry 4.0/5.0)

Utilize industry-driven principles aligned with college program requirements to lead the launch and continuous improvement of the MS in Innovation featuring an AMSI core in AI for Production Digital Thread/Model-Based Engineering Metrology & Automation and Reliability/Cleanliness for Space with both Plan A (Thesis) and Plan B (Industry Studio) pathways.
Build the Center of Excellence (COE) MS pipeline: make COE badges prereqs that stack into the MS; ensure a reliable sponsor flow for Industry Studios each term.
Coordinate crosscollege delivery (Aerospace/Design/Engineering/Computer Science/Aviation) 41 pathways assessment artifacts (FAI/NCR SPC dashboards) and accreditationready documentation.

4) Academic & Student Success (selective teaching load)

Partner with academic departments to align curricula with current and emerging industry needs; strategically schedule AMSI-tagged laboratories; and expand internships apprenticeships and graduate placement with manufacturing employers.
When teaching model industry best practices in human-in-the-loop and ethical AI along with rigorous model-based work instructions and documentation (e.g. MBWI digital travelers scan-to-model overlays).

5) Laboratory & Compliance Stewardship

Oversee AMSI labs/testbeds (additive/hybrid CAM metrology/vision teleops cobot VR/AR vacuum/outgassing) for safe scheduled crossprogram use and cross-program access while maximizing opportunities for industry collaboration and applied research.

Enforce OT/robotics safety lockout/tagout (LOTO) segmented networks and (as applicable) export control/ITAR segregation and documentation supporting industry partnerships through rigorous documentation and adherence to regulatory standards.

6) Advancement Grants and External Relations

Partner with Advancement on gifts/sponsorships; write/manage grants; grow feeforservice revenue; cultivate tenants/partners in the AES building.

7) Administration & Reporting

Prepare annual reports budget plans and periodic reviews; supervise and evaluate AMSI staff; manage MOUs with academic units and external partners.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a technical field from an accredited institution required or an equivalent combination of education and experience defined as 10 or more years of manufacturing industry experience (technical and managerial) with a minimum of 5 years in higher education or related learning / training environments.
• Proven industry experience leading complex manufacturing/technology initiatives.
• Demonstrated success building partnerships with industry public agencies and community stakeholders; experience supervising staff and managing budgets.
• Evidence of excellence in one or more AMSI pillars: Industry 4.0 services AI for production/analytics digital thread/MBE metrology/automation space/hirel quality or workforce programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MS/MBA/PhD) in a relevant field; experience in higher education (teaching/advising) with diverse urban student populations.
• Track record in grantwriting/fundraising feeforservice program design and badge/microcredential ecosystems that articulate into degrees.
• Experience implementing robotics/automation safety OT/ICS security and/or exportcontrol practices in academic or industrial settings.

Success Metrics

• COE activity ramp (demos/training delivered sponsor count badge uptake) and positive contribution margin against plan.
• MS launch milestones met (curriculum approvals 41 policy first cohort size/quality) and Industry Studios delivered with KPI dossiers.
• Lab utilization and safety compliance; advisory board engagement; shared KPI dashboard published each term.

Salary for Announcement

Under Colorado law MSU Denver is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account a variety of factors including but not limited to experience skills knowledge abilities education licensure and certifications analysis of internal equity and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $112131 - $135537.

This position is paid monthly and is eligible for MSU Denver benefits.

Schedule Information

• Full-time 40 hours per week
• Exempt
• Monday Friday 8am - 5pm
• Evenings and Weekend Work: As needed
• Schedule:In person only
• Visit our website for more information on our Universitys Alternative Work Arrangementspolicy.
• Travel: Rarely

Instructions to Apply

Please apply through MSU Denver Careers and submit your cover letter and resume. Select Begin Your Job Search then search for JR104969. Internal applicants must apply through their MSU Denver Workday profile by searching Find Jobs. Applications that do not contain all required documents may not receive full consideration. Professional references and their contact information will be requested from the finalist. At least one reference provided must be a supervisor (either current or former).

Please apply by Monday March 2 2026 at 11:59pm for full consideration.

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

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Benefits

The Universitys benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical vision and dental free RTD pass tuition reimbursement as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans retirement plans and other programs such as accessto a long-term disability (LTD) MSU Denversbenefits websiteto learn more.

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Background Checks

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Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique access-oriented campus community that values diversity equity and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students faculty and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.