Air Force, Alliance/Partner Management, Customer Support/Service, Facebook, Insurance, Life Insurance, Program Planning, Project Schedule, Project/Program Management, Research Laboratory, Robotics, Social Media, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Twitter, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio
POSTED
20 days ago
Overview:
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**
Work Schedule and Location:
On-Site: This full-time on-site position will work Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm at Wright-Patterson AFB in Ohio.
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.)
Qualifications:
Required:
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
Direct experience organizing and executing a FIRST LEGO League Challenge Ohio Championship preferred
FWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
Why Join Our Team:
At FWI, we place the highest importance on creating an exceptional employee experience. You'll have opportunities to achieve your career aspirations through internal promotions, professional development, and other recognition and rewards programs. Join our team and take advantage of the many benefits we offer, including: