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largest employers in North Carolina, offering a large range of career opportunities. Visit us at https://jobs.hr.ncsu.edu/ . Location: Raleigh, NC (with travel to Gaston College, and other team nodes) Essential Job Duties: Operating within the Wilson College of Textiles at NC State University, the EWD Program Design & Implementation Manager manages the day-to-day design, development and operational execution of NC State's FutureTEX Education and Workforce Development portfolio. Reporting directly to Dr. Jeff Joines (NC State EWD Lead), this individual transforms national workforce strategy into actionable academic, technical and industry-aligned training programs. Working in close daily coordination with the Sr. Director of Projects and institute project managers across the FutureTex ecosystem, the Manager ensures that all curriculum development, credentialing pathways and training implementations meet strict federal Department of War (DoW) milestone schedules, performance metrics and budget parameters. Key Responsibilities: Program Design & Instructional Development Competency-Based Curriculum Design: Lead the design and modularization of NC State workforce training courses, short-course certifications and stackable credentials aligned with the national Textile Manufacturing Competencies (TMC) framework. Advanced Textile & Tech Integration: Develop instructional materials across core areas including automated textile manufacturing, smart textiles/wearables, AI-driven production systems, digital twins, advanced fibers, protective materials and quality systems. Facility Asset Utilization: Design hands-on laboratory modules leveraging Wilson College assets, including the Zeis Textiles Extension (ZTE), The Nonwovens Institute (NWI), the Textile Protection and Comfort Center (TPACC) and the Kimbrell Flex Factory, Kimbrell Fiber Innovation Center, AATCC, UMASS Lowell, Drexel, The Textiles Institute at GTech, ISAIC and more across the ecosystem as FutureTex expands. Immersive Training Tools: Integrate mixed-reality (VR/AR), simulation and AI-enabled instructional tools into training modules in collaboration with technology partners (e.g., MxD, ARM Institute, TechAI). Program Execution & Implementation Cohort Operational Management: Oversee the scheduling, registration, staffing and execution of EWD programs across multiple learner pathways, including K-12 CTE students, 2-year community college transfer cohorts (2+2 pathways), university students, transitioning military/veterans (Vets RISE) and incumbent industry workers. Pathway Integration: Implement seamless credit transfer and pre-apprenticeship pathways with key academic partner institutions, including Gaston College and Catawba Valley Community College. Industry & Extension Workshops: Coordinate specialized upskilling short courses and technical workshops for domestic defense suppliers and commercial textile manufacturers. Rebranding & Recruitment Support In collaboration with the Director of Marketing and Public Relations, engage in regional outreach and talent attraction activities in alignment with FutureTEX's national campaign, "Evolving Our Revolutionary Fibers and Workforce". Project Management Coordination & Metrics Tracking Project Manager Alignment: Maintain daily operational synchronization with NC State and FutureTEX Project Managers to align instructional development timelines with innovation sprint project calls and federal milestone reporting. Performance Metrics Management: Track, verify and report participant data against key federal performance metrics: Reaching >=5,000 learners annually through outreach and engagement. Producing 250-300 credentialed technicians per year. Upskilling >=200 incumbent workers annually. Achieving >=75% job placement for graduates within 6 months. Other Work/Responsibilities: Compliance & Reporting: Prepare quarterly data dashboards, enrollment logs, completion records and annual impact reports required under the prime Other Transaction Authority (OTA) agreement. Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities. Minimum Experience/Education: Bachelor's degree with a preference of MS in fields related to education; or a combination of education and experience. Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in managing workforce development programs, technical curriculum design or educational project implementation. Required Qualifications: Demonstrated success building competency-based credentials, certificate programs or stackable pathways. Experience coordinating complex projects/grants with multidisciplinary teams, project managers and external stakeholders. Strong project management skills, including schedule tracking and performance analytics. Familiarity with advanced manufacturing, textiles, automation or defense-critical technology domains. Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication capabilities. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working within a Manufacturing Innovation Institute (MII), NSF Engine or large-scale federally funded research/workforce initiative. Familiarity with UNC System administrative procedures and Wilson College of Textiles operations. Required License or Certification: Valid driver's license required. A valid NC Driver's License or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment. AA/EEO Statement: NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu . Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. 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