Manager, Standards

AIAA is seeking a strategic, collaborative professional to lead and grow its domestic and international standards program, advancing the aerospace industry through high-quality technical standards.

About the role

Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Publishing and Education, this position provides leadership for AIAA's standards activities, working closely with volunteers, industry experts, government representatives, and international standards organizations. The Manager, Standards will oversee standards development programs, manage key committee activities, and help shape the future of aerospace standardization on both the national and global stage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic direction and daily management of AIAA's standards program.
• Guide the development and publication of aerospace technical standards.
• Serve as Committee Manager for ISO TC20 Subcommittees SC14 (Space Systems and Operations), SC16 (Uncrewed Aircraft Systems), and SC17 (Airport Infrastructure), and support U.S. Technical Advisory Groups (TAGs).
• Act as AIAA's liaison to ANSI and ISO, ensuring compliance with accreditation requirements, and serve as Staff Liaison to the Standards Steering Committee (SSC) and Committees on Standards (CoS).
• Recruit, train, and support volunteer leaders while facilitating committee meetings and standards activities.
• Manage standards projects from development through publication, including schedules, documentation, editorial support, and distribution.
• Build partnerships with other Standards Developing Organizations (SDOs), including AIA and SAE.
• Support standards marketing, outreach, training, contracts, awards, and other strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• At least 5-7 years of experience with ISO and/or ANSI standards development processes (strongly preferred).
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent communication, editing, and presentation skills.
• Experience facilitating meetings, building consensus, and working with volunteer-led organizations.
• Strong organizational and relationship-building skills; aerospace industry knowledge preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical (PPO and HSA plans), dental, and vision).
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, parental leave, and bereavement.
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to 5% company match.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Education benefits and professional development opportunities.
• Hybrid work environment (two in-office days per week, three remote).

About AIAA

AIAA is the world's largest aerospace technical society, uniting nearly 30,000 members and 100 corporate members across 91 countries. AIAA drives innovation and collaboration in aviation, space, and defense by fostering connections between industry, academia, and government.