Associate Director, Administrative Operations

🇺🇸 Starkville, MS 🕑 Full-Time 💰 TBD 💻 Operations 🗓️ April 13th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Mississippi State University is hiring an Associate Director, Administrative Operations for the Raspet Flight Research Laboratory. The role involves coordinating initiatives across multiple departments, supporting senior leadership, managing projects, fostering strategic partnerships, and enhancing communication and operational procedures to advance aerospace research and safety.

Highlights

Assist the Director in daily operations and lead the lab in their absence
Coordinate research initiatives to expand opportunities and funding
Advance collaboration with aerospace industry and government partners
Manage proposals, programs, and key projects
Improve internal communication and strategic planning across units
Oversee safety management documentation and serve as alternative aviation safety officer
Support staff activities including training, evaluations, promotions, and recruitment
Assist with budget oversight and financial management
Require Master's degree in related field with 5 years leadership experience; doctoral degree and 10+ years preferred
Knowledge of aerospace and flight operations, aviation regulatory processes, and strong interpersonal and communication skills