What are the responsibilities and job description for the STEM Outreach Program Manager (Robotics) position at FWI (FedWriters, Inc.)?
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.
On-Site: This full-time on-site position will work Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm at Wright-Patterson AFB in Ohio.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Why Join Our Team
Benefits
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:
Negotiable
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**
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
- 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
Why Join Our Team
Benefits
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:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
- Holiday Pay
- Paid Time Off
Negotiable