SAE International Aerospace Committee Manager

The Committee Manager - Aerospace Standards plays a vital role in driving the success of SAE’s global standards development efforts. In this role, you’ll work directly with technical committees and industry leaders to support the development, maintenance, and promotion of critical aerospace standards that advance safety, innovation, and global collaboration. As the primary point of contact for assigned technical committees, you’ll manage the standards development process, guide committees through key operational and strategic decisions, and ensure adherence to policies and procedures. This role offers the opportunity to engage with global industry leaders through up to 40% travel - including international destinations - to support and manage mission-critical technical committee meetings. This role combines project management, stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, and operational execution, offering variety and meaningful impact in a fast-paced environment. You’ll join a collaborative, mission-driven team that values strategic thinking, customer service, and continuous improvement. If you're organized, proactive, and thrive working with technical experts on complex projects, this is an opportunity to make a difference. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Manage the work of assigned technical committees, ensuring the successful development, maintenance, and publication of SAE standards Serve as the primary liaison to committee leadership and members,facilitatingcommunication, providing guidance on policy and process, and delivering training as needed Support both virtual and in-person committee meetings, working closely with the Standards Operations Specialist to planlogisticsand coordinate schedules Lead technical committee meetings,representingSAE andfacilitatingproductive discussions that advance committee objectives Use metrics, industry knowledge, and committee data to assess committee health,identifygrowth opportunities, and drive continuous improvement Collaborate with colleagues across SAE—including product, content management, legal, marketing, and sales—to ensure efficient standards development from initiation to publication Provide administrative oversight for SAE’s Standards Systems Groups and support committee use of SAE platforms, policies, and tools Identifyand implement process improvements to enhance committee operations and overall program efficiency Hire, supervise, and assign work to editorial consultants and subcontractors as needed Build andmaintainrelationships with internal partners, industry associations, and external organizations to support committee activities and strategic partnerships Promote the work of SAE technical committees through presentations, industry engagement, and targeted outreach efforts Assistin developing marketing strategies to advance committee visibility, participation, and usage of SAE standards MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in businessor related field, and 4 years' (5+ years preferred) experience in managing committees/working with technical organizations or similar collaborative groups Ability to engage with a variety of stakeholders, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures whilemaintainingbusiness and strategic interests Strong reliability and professionalism Ability to work in a team and individually Ability to assimilate technical information PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience working in or with the aerospace industry WORKING CONDITIONS ANDPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to travel 40% of the time Ability to work for long periods at a computer desk #J-18808-Ljbffr