Advance Composite Subject Matter Expert at University of Dayton

Layton, Utah, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Advanced Composite Sustainment, Composite Repair Techniques, USAF Technical Orders, DoD Standards, Analytical Skills, Problem Solving, Communication Skills, Secret Security Clearance, MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Position Summary: Join the University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) (Hill AFB, UT location), one of the nation's top 10 university-affiliated research institutes! This exciting opportunity allows you to contribute to cutting-edge research while enjoying the collaborative, mission-driven culture that makes the University of Dayton an exceptional place to work. Apply to our Advance Composite Subject Matter Expert opening today! This UDRI position is located at Hill AFB, UT and is co-located with the USAF Advance Composite Office (AFACO). The selected candidate will be an advanced composite Subject Matter Expert (SME) and will provide critical support to the AFACO by conducting advanced composite surveys, managing technical orders, and addressing composite repair-related inquiries from various stakeholders. The SME will play a vital role in ensuring the reliability, durability, and mission readiness of Air Force assets through proactive, advanced composite sustainment practices. Minimum Qualifications: P2: •6 years of directly applicable experience in advanced composite sustainment, preferably within a military or aerospace context, OR Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience in advanced composite sustainment, preferably within a military or aerospace context •Knowledge of advanced composite repair techniques, and materials/equipment used in military environments. •Familiarity with USAF technical orders, DoD standards, and relevant industry codes. •Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. •Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. •Willingness to frequently travel for on-site surveys and inspections as needed, both foreign and domestic. •Must be able to maintain Secret level security clearance. •Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be a U.S. citizen. P3: All of the above plus: •6 years of directly applicable experience in advanced composite sustainment, preferably within a military or aerospace context, and a Bachelor’s degree •Ability to work independently with little to no direction. Preferred Qualifications: While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following: •Bachelor’s degree in materials or other related field. •Experience in the USAF working in repair centers or depots. •Demonstrated self-starter. •Demonstrated experience communicating and presenting to senior-level USAF leadership. •Demonstrated experience with MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint. Special Instructions to Applicants: To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet. Closing Statement: Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms, achieve fair outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973.

Responsibilities

The SME provides critical support to the AFACO by conducting advanced composite surveys and managing technical orders. They address composite repair inquiries to ensure the reliability and mission readiness of Air Force assets.