AFROTC Associate Professor of Aerospace Studies

AFROTC Associate Professor of Aerospace Studies

Leading Solutions is seeking an experienced and motivated AFROTC Associate Professor of Aerospace Studies to educate, mentor, and develop the next generation of United States Air Force officers. In this role, you will deliver Aerospace Studies curriculum, support cadet leadership development, oversee training and professional development activities, and provide guidance on academic, administrative, and commissioning requirements. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in military leadership, education, or training, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for developing future leaders. This position plays a critical role in supporting AFROTC mission success through instruction, mentorship, recruiting, operational support, and continuous program improvement.
(This position is contingent upon contract award.)

Key Responsibilities

Aerospace Studies Instruction

• Prepare, coordinate, and deliver Aerospace Studies instruction in accordance with AFROTC curriculum guidance, academic syllabi, and Department of the Air Force training requirements.
• Instruct cadets on Air Force organizational structure, mission, doctrine, leadership, customs and courtesies, operations, tactics, techniques, procedures, regulations, and policies.
• Conduct classroom, laboratory, off-site, and experiential training activities in support of cadet development objectives.
• Evaluate student performance through examinations, assessments, practical applications, and training events to ensure comprehension and application of instructional material.

Cadet Training and Development

• Plan, synchronize, coordinate, and support Leadership Laboratory (LLAB) activities and cadet leadership development events.
• Support Professional Military Training (PMT), Professional Development Training (PDT), and physical fitness program oversight.
• Assist with administration of a variety of requirements, such as the Air Force Officer Qualifying Test, Field Training preparation, cadet evaluations, and assessments.
• Review and monitor cadet academic degree plans and progress to ensure timely graduation and commissioning eligibility.

Cadet Administration and Personnel Support

• Perform cadet personnel and administrative actions in accordance with AFROTC instructions and applicable Holm Center guidance.
• Support enrollment processing, scholarship administration, standards and disciplinary actions, medical documentation, and cadet records management.
• Assist with cadet pay actions, DFAS record creation, textbook payments, uniform commutation pay, and travel-related processing.
• Maintain and update cadet information within WINGS and other AFROTC information management systems.

Resource Management and Operational Support

• Support detachment resource management and administrative functions related to cadet pay, tuition tracking, travel, and financial reporting.
• Assist with lesson plan management, distribution of educational materials, academic program updates, and compliance directives.
• Support detachment, regional, and headquarters-level boards, evaluations, award packages, decorations, instructor qualification packages, and promotion or reduction boards.
• Assist with inspections, operational evaluations, compliance reviews, and facility inspections, including data collection, schedule coordination, reporting, and corrective action tracking.

Recruiting and Outreach

• Support AFROTC recruiting and retention objectives through participation in recruiting, outreach, and marketing events.
• Assist with prospect development, recruiting data management, and participation in orientations, college fairs, parades, high school visits, and community engagement events.
• Support Cross Town Agreement activities with affiliated colleges and universities, including joint training and cadet events.

Continuous Improvement and Mission Support

• Conduct analysis of instructional effectiveness and support operations to identify process improvements and operational efficiencies. Provide written recommendations regarding corrective actions, procedural improvements, technology integration, and mission enhancement initiatives supporting AFROTC enterprise objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or better (Master’s degree is highly desired/strongly preferred.)
• 4 years of experience in the instructional discipline, including experience with military, leadership, training, education, or operational experience, preferably within the U.S. Air Force or DoD.
• Documented experience teaching effectively in a classroom setting, presenting both standardized instruction and creative workshops
• Possess knowledge of principles, policies, and practices of academic instruction, educational techniques and processes, curriculum development, student management, and student assessment.
• Possess knowledge of AF and DoD organization and mission
• Exceptional communication skills (verbal, written, listening)
• Have a desire, interest and enthusiasm for teaching, mentoring and supporting future Air Force leaders 
• Unwavering loyalty and integrity, personal and to the education and training process
• Skilled in using Microsoft Office 365 Suite
• Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Other Qualifications

• Frequent use of hands and arms; prolonged sitting may be required.
• Specific vision abilities: close vision, color vision, and focus adjustment.
• Ability to interpret instructions involving multiple abstract and concrete variables.

Leading Solutions is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, military or veteran status, and any other basis protected by applicable law.

Leading Solutions is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in Kissimmee, Florida.  The Company provides professional, technical, administrative, and healthcare services to Government and commercial clients. Leading Solutions customer- centric foundation ensures that our leadership and employees meet customer challenges and build trusting partnerships that lay the groundwork for success.