Advanced Manufacturing Technical PM

Join the University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) as an Advanced Manufacturing Technical PM and lead groundbreaking projects that transform industries and impact lives. Located in Dayton, Ohio's thriving aerospace corridor, you will support advanced manufacturing programs focused on aircraft sustainment activities.

The Advanced Manufacturing (AdvM) Technical Project Manager assists with the delivery of cold spray, directed energy deposition, additive friction stir, and automation and robotics initiatives. This role serves as a liaison between engineering, design, operations, government points of contact, and other UDRI sectors.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or degree to be conferred within 3 months
• Knowledge of technical fields, repair development, or automation and robotics
• Familiarity with project management terminology and its practical application
• Understanding of production work in advanced manufacturing (e.g., 3D printing, cold spray, machining)
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate complex processes in clear, simple terms
• Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be a U.S. citizen

While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Materials Engineering
• Direct experience with cold spray, directed energy deposition (DED), and/or automation and robotics
• Experience with project management and the application of related processes and procedures
• Experience working in an advanced manufacturing production environment (e.g., 3D printing, cold spray, machining)
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Ability to provide interpretation of DoD and U.S. Air Force guidelines and regulations
• Exceptional attention to detail in all work

To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.

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