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 Job Title: Marketing Coordinator (Temporary Contract Position)

Project: FORGE

Location: El Paso, TX (Full-Time)

Position Summary

The Marketing Coordinator is responsible for supporting all marketing efforts for the FORGE Aerospace and Defense program.  The role will develop and maintain a marketing plan, manage social channels, maintain branding standards for all media (e.g., flyers, social posts, presentation templates, etc.), and support outreach and recruitment efforts.  

Key Responsibilities

Outreach and Recruitment 

• Support company recruitment and outreach activities 
• Work with regional organizations to market the program to El Paso and regional businesses interested in entering the aerospace and defense markets 
• Identify and engage with other marketing channels (e.g., print, radio, TV, local events) 

Social Media Management 

• Create, maintain, and deploy a social media posting schedule 
• Coordinate with other FORGE personnel to develop social media content 
• Drive social engagement 

Branding 

• Develop and maintain branded templates for presentation, video backgrounds, and one-page documents 
• Review all distributed content to ensure branding is consistent across all aspects of the program 
• Coordinate with stakeholders on media approval and marketing activities 

Demo Day 

• Support coordination and planning for Demo Day 
• Work with the Industry Engagement Manager to develop materials to engage prime contractors, Tier 1 and 2 suppliers, and government buyers. 

Required Qualifications 

• Located in El Paso, Texas 
• Experience using Canva or similar tools to create digital content 
• Pursuing a bachelor's in marketing or related field 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related field 
• Experience marketing to small and medium-sized companies 
• Excellent communication with stakeholders and clients 

How to Apply

This position is a full-time contract position. Interested applicants should email their resume and cover letter to sgaytan@epcf.org

Note: This is a temporary, contract-based position. Employee benefits are not included.

 Job Title: Industry Engagement Manager (Temporary Contract Position)

Project: FORGE

Location: El Paso, TX (Full-Time)

Position Summary

The Industry Engagement Manager is responsible for building and maintaining relationships with aerospace and defense industry stakeholders while creating strategic opportunities for participating companies. This role manages buyer engagement, Demo Day planning, industry outreach, recruitment of OEMs and prime contractors, sponsor and stakeholder engagement, and visibility activities that connect participating businesses to contracting opportunities. The Industry Engagement Manager serves as the principal liaison between the program and the aerospace and defense ecosystem. A core objective of the program is creating visibility for qualified firms through Demo Day and ongoing engagement with primes, public purchasers, and industry stakeholders.  

Key Responsibilities

Industry Relations & Ecosystem Development 

• Establish and manage relationships with aerospace and defense companies, OEMs, prime contractors, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, government agencies, military stakeholders, and procurement professionals. 
• Build a network of industry advisors, buyers, and strategic partners. 
• Identify partnership opportunities that create value for participating businesses. 
• Represent the program at industry events, conferences, trade shows, and networking meetings. 

Demo Day Leadership 

• Lead planning and execution of the Demo Day. 
• Recruit and secure attendance from aerospace and defense buyers, procurement personnel, industry leaders, and investors. 
• Develop attendee engagement strategies that maximize matchmaking opportunities. 
• Coordinate buyer meetings, networking sessions, and supplier introductions. 
• Track outcomes generated from Demo Day participation. 

Buyer & Government Engagement 

• Recruit OEMs, federal contractors, government buyers, defense procurement teams, economic development organizations, and public-sector purchasers. 
• Develop outreach campaigns that encourage participation in Demo Day and supplier engagement activities. 
• Create and maintain a database of industry contacts and strategic relationships. 
• Facilitate introductions between participating companies and qualified buyers.  

Event Logistics & Stakeholder Experience 

• Coordinate all industry-facing event logistics. 
• Manage travel and lodging arrangements for sponsored guests, speakers, buyers, and invited stakeholders. 
• Coordinate venue requirements, catering, transportation, registration, and event support services. 
• Ensure a professional experience for all invited industry participants. 

Industry Outreach & Recruitment 

• Identify and recruit organizations interested in relocating, expanding, investing, or sourcing within the region. 
• Support supplier attraction and ecosystem growth initiatives. 
• Promote participation from firms that may strengthen the local aerospace and defense supply chain.  

Progress Monitoring & Reporting 

• Track industry engagement activities, meetings, introductions, and partnership milestones. 
• Develop reports detailing attendance, buyer engagement, matchmaking outcomes, and contracting opportunities generated. 
• Monitor post-Demo Day outcomes and follow-up activities. 
• Prepare stakeholder updates and funder reports. 

Strategic Communications 

• Develop industry engagement materials, invitations, capability showcases, and stakeholder communications. 
• Coordinate outreach campaigns across industry networks. 
• Collect testimonials, success stories, and partnership outcomes to showcase program impact. 

Cross-Functional Collaboration 

• Collaborate closely with the Program Content Manager to identify participant companies ready for buyer engagement. 
• Support assessment of supplier readiness prior to Demo Day participation. 
• Coordinate consulting and mentoring resources provided by industry representatives. 
• Help align participant capabilities with buyer needs and emerging contracting opportunities. 

Required Qualifications 

• Associate's degree in Business, Economic Development, Supply Chain, Government Relations, Marketing, or related field. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economic Development, Supply Chain, Government Relations, Marketing, or related field. 
• 5 years of experience working with aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, supplier development, procurement, or economic development initiatives. 
• Strong relationship-management and business-development experience. 
• Demonstrated experience planning conferences, industry events, Demo Days, or buyer matchmaking programs. 
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and project management skills. 
• Existing network of Aerospace and Defense stakeholders 

How to Apply

This position is a full-time contract position. Interested applicants should email their resume and cover letter to sgaytan@epcf.org

Note: This is a temporary, contract-based position. Employee benefits are not included.

 Job Title: Project Content Manager (Temporary Contract Position)

Project: FORGE

Location: El Paso, TX (Full-Time)

Position Summary

The Program Content Manager is responsible for the successful delivery of the supplier readiness program. This role oversees curriculum implementation, instructor coordination, participant engagement, digital learning systems, readiness assessments, consulting services, and program reporting. The Program Content Manager ensures participating businesses receive a customized training pathway aligned with their aerospace and defense growth objectives and are fully supported throughout the cohort experience. The position serves as the primary operational lead for training delivery and participant success. Based on assessment results, companies receive customized growth paths that combine core and supplemental modules, technical assistance, mentoring, and ongoing progress tracking. 

Key Responsibilities

Program Delivery & Participant Success 

• Manage the day-to-day implementation of the training program.
• Coordinate onboarding, participant communications, scheduling, and engagement activities. 
• Monitor attendance, participation, and completion of program requirements. 
• Ensure participants successfully progress through core and supplemental learning modules. 
• Serve as the primary point of contact for participating businesses throughout the program lifecycle. 

Instructor & Content Management 

• Recruit, coordinate, and support subject matter experts, instructors, mentors, and consultants. 
• Manage training schedules and instructional calendars. 
• Collect, organize, and maintain presentation materials, curriculum assets, and supporting resources. 
• Ensure consistent quality and alignment of content with aerospace and defense supplier readiness objectives. 

Readiness Assessments & Customized Learning Paths 

• Develop and administer company readiness assessments. 
• Evaluate assessment results and identify individualized development needs. 
• Create customized training and technical assistance pathways for each participating company. 
• Track progress against readiness milestones and improvement goals. 
• Maintain records of certifications, capability development, and compliance readiness activities. 

Digital Platform Administration 

• Manage the program's AI-enabled business acceleration platform. 
• Oversee participant onboarding and user management within the system. 
• Ensure company profiles, certifications, action plans, supplier readiness information, and progress metrics remain current. 
• Maintain digital records of assessments, mentoring activities, training completion, and technical assistance. 

Training Operations 

• Coordinate all virtual and in-person training sessions. 
• Manage video recording, storage, editing coordination, and distribution of training sessions. 
• Maintain the program's content library and participant resource repository. 
• Support classroom logistics, facility coordination, and participant experience. 

Consulting & Technical Assistance Coordination 

• Manage the delivery and scheduling of one-on-one consulting engagements. 
• Match companies with subject matter experts based on identified needs. 
• Monitor consulting outcomes and implementation progress. 
• Coordinate continuing technical assistance activities for companies requiring post-training support.  

Reporting & Performance Tracking 

• Develop participant progress reports and performance dashboards. 
• Track readiness scores, milestone completion, and engagement metrics. 
• Prepare reports for funders, program leadership, and stakeholders. 
• Analyze program outcomes and provide recommendations for continuous improvement. 

Demo Day Support 

• Coordinate participant preparation for Demo Day presentations. 
• Assist companies in developing capability statements, presentations, and supporting materials. 
• Support event execution and participant readiness activities. 
• Collaborate with the Industry Engagement Manager to ensure alignment between participants and attending buyers. 

Required Qualifications 

• Located in El Paso, Texas 
• Ability to work in-person 
• Associate’s degree in Business, Project Management, Education, Workforce Development, Economic Development, or related field 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Project Management, Education, Workforce Development, Economic Development, or related field. 
• Experience managing training programs, accelerators, workforce initiatives, or business development programs. 
• Familiarity with learning management systems and digital collaboration platforms. 
• Strong project management and stakeholder coordination skills. 
• Excellent written communication, reporting, and organizational abilities. 

How to Apply

The Program Content Manager is a full-time contract position. Interested applicants should email their resume and cover letter to sgaytan@epcf.org

Note: This is a temporary, contract-based position. Employee benefits are not included.

 Job Title: Licensing Manager

Job ID: 15073

Department: Office of Technology Commercialization (OTC)

Location: El Paso, TX (Full-Time)

Salary: $60,000 annually

Key Responsibilities

• Identify & Evaluate: Partner with UTEP researchers to identify high-potential research and analyze invention disclosures for novelty and commercial viability.
• Streamline Tech Transfer: Guide inventors through patent applications, marketing collateral, term sheets, and option/license agreements.
• Build Relationships: Foster strong ties with faculty, staff, and students to build awareness of the commercial and community value of intellectual property.
• Negotiate & Market: Conduct market research to identify potential industry licensees and negotiate commercialization agreements.

Qualifications

Required: Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of relevant experience in technology transfer, licensing, business development, contract negotiation, or commercial assessment (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).

Preferred: Master’s degree in physical sciences, business, or a scientific-related field; experience working with researchers on IP/patents in a university setting; and a strong background in life sciences or biotechnology.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply directly via the UTEP Jobs Portal by searching for Job ID 15073.

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To be considered, applications must include:

• A current Resume
• A tailored Cover Letter
• A list of three professional references

Note: The posting is open until filled, so early application is highly encouraged!