Staff We're Hiring!

Emergency Communications Specialist

• 499325

• Wichita

• Staff

• WSU Police Department

Why Choose Wichita State University Police Department? As an Emergency Dispatcher, you'll be at the center of public safety operations, handling emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatching police officers and other resources, monitoring communications systems, and providing critical support during emergencies. This position is ideal for individuals who: - Communicate clearly and professionally - Thrive in fast-paced environments - Possess strong problem-solving skills - Remain calm during stressful situations - Have a passion for public service and helping others

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Talent Consultant- HR Specialist

• 499326

• Wichita

• Staff

• Culture and HR

Wichita State continues to innovate, evolve and shift! Working for us follows along those lines, to ensure employees are able to do what is needed of them in their role. The Talent team provides "one-stop" service and support for the university's hiring needs. Whether this be for students, returning employees, once a year hires, or all together new to us.

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IDP Power BI Data Analyst

• 499320

• Wichita

• Staff

• Office Ind & Defense Administration

The Power BI Data Analyst supports a rapidly growing operation within the aerospace industry by transforming complex financial, operational, and program level data into clear, actionable insights. This role develops and maintains enterprise dashboards, data models, and analytics solutions that enhance financial transparency, strengthen decision-making, and drive optimized performance across diverse aerospace programs and business units.

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NIAR Teardown Mechanic

• 499333

• Wichita

• Aviation
• Staff

• NIAR Institute

The National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) is a fast-growing area within WSU, known globally for our expertise in the most critical areas of aerospace research and development. We are seeking self-motivated, team-oriented teardown mechanics.

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NIAR Engineering Program Manager

• 498894

• Wichita

• Aviation
• Staff

• Office Ind & Defense Administration

Wichita State University is looking for an experienced Program Manager to join our NIAR Team. The ideal candidate will have experience coordinating across functions and a good understanding of engineering design, analysis, and aircraft integration. This role will support both commercial and military programs.

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NIAR Project Operations Manager

• 498536

• Wichita

• Aviation
• Staff

• Office Ind & Defense Administration

NIAR is seeking a detail‑driven and highly organized Project Operations Manager to support the successful planning, execution, and financial oversight of laboratory projects and grant‑funded initiatives. This role serves as a central operational partner—working closely with project teams, leadership, finance, and contracts—to ensure projects stay on track, align with approved scopes, meet sponsor expectations, and maintain compliance with internal and external requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong project management experience, a commitment to operational excellence, and the ability to navigate complex workflows to support NIAR’s mission and research programs.

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Admissions Evaluator

• 499207

• Wichita

• Management/Administration
• Office/Administrative Support
• Staff

• Strategic Enrollment Mgmt

The devil’s in the details. Your detailed eye is needed for reviewing multiple application materials and applying professional judgement on enrollment eligibility which in turn means you’re impacting students. If you are organized, like data entry & being a detective to solve problems or a combo of both with data cleanup then we encourage you to consider this position! Being able to handle fluctuating workloads as well as competing priorities with this team’s dynamics is the key to success here. Everyone has a part in recruiting & this position gets to show it all with the data they handle daily.

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NBE WSU Temp

• 499149

• Wichita

• Temporary

• Strategic Engagement & Planning

Veteran Student Support Services (VSSS), a federally funded TRIO program at Wichita State University, is seeking a highly organized, customer-focused Administrative Assistant to support the daily operations of the program. This position serves as the first point of contact for students, faculty, staff, and community partners while providing administrative, clerical, and light database support that contributes to the success of military-connected students. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and enjoys working in a collaborative, student-centered environment. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate student records, supporting program events, and ensuring compliance with federal reporting requirements.

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NIAR Statistician

• 499226

• Wichita

• Aviation
• Staff

• NIAR Institute

The Composites and Structures Lab is looking for a Statistician to join their team. If you are detail oriented, enjoy challenging and rewarding work, and like being part of a team, consider applying for this position!

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NIAR Instrumentation Technician - Full Scale Structural Test

• 499142

• Wichita

• Aviation
• Staff

• NIAR Institute

NIAR’s Full Scale Structural Test team is seeking a skilled technician to support hands-on installation, calibration, maintenance, and repair of laboratory and test equipment. This onsite role plays a key part in ensuring safe, accurate, and reliable testing operations while assisting with troubleshooting, analytical measurements, procedural documentation, and student supervision.

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NIAR Machine Technician - ATLAS

• 499055

• Wichita

• Aviation
• Staff

• NIAR Institute

Join the NIAR Advanced Technologies Lab for Aerospace Systems as an AFP/CNC Machinist on our second shift team. In this role, you’ll operate advanced automated fiber placement and CNC machining equipment to produce high‑precision aerospace components. You’ll handle machine setup, program verification, composite layup, troubleshooting, and quality checks in a fast‑paced, research‑driven environment. Ideal candidates bring CNC machining experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work from complex technical instructions. This position requires U.S. Person status due to export compliance regulations.

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NIAR Research Engineer - Advanced Materials Research

• 499150

• Wichita

• Aviation
• Staff

• NIAR Institute

The Advanced Materials Research group is looking for a Research Engineer to support high temperature materials development, testing, and characterization activities for both external and internal flow for high-speed applications. This role will contribute to research programs involving thermal protection systems, aerothermal environments, high enthalpy testing, and material response under extreme conditions. This position is ideal for candidates with a strong background in materials science, aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, and chemical engineering.

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IDP Contracts Specialist II

• 498292

• Wichita

• Staff

• Office Ind & Defense Administration

The ideal candidate for this position will possess significant experience in contract management, possess strong organizational skills, and will have a deep understanding of contract compliance. In this role you will work closely with the Director of IDP Contracts and Grants as you draft, review, redline and negotiate a broad range of simple and complex contracts that align with university objectives. This position will require strong negotiation skills, a comprehensive understanding of contract terms and strong attention to detail.

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IDP Contracts Specialist I

• 498291

• Wichita

• Staff

• Office Ind & Defense Administration

The ideal candidate for this position will possess significant experience in contract management, possess strong organizational skills, and will have a deep understanding of contract compliance. In this role you will work closely with the Director of IDP Contracts and Grants as you draft, review, redline and negotiate a broad range of simple and complex contracts that align with university objectives. This position will require strong negotiation skills, a comprehensive understanding of contract terms and strong attention to detail.

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IDP Security Engineer - Ennovar

• 499080

• Wichita

• Aviation
• Staff

• Natl Inst for Rsrch&Digtal Transfrm

We are seeking a self-driven, highly motivated, hands-on IT Security Engineer to serve as a subject-matter expert (SME)/technical lead on our cybersecurity operations team. This individual contributor role focuses on operational excellence and maturity for different cyber operations processes, automation alignment, internal audit readiness (e.g., internal & external audits, including CMMC), and mentorship. The SME will work on-site, collaborating with junior staff, student contractors, and technical teams, while interfacing with non-IT stakeholders to support secure, scalable cybersecurity operations.

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University Police Officer

• 498912

• Wichita

• Staff

• WSU Police Department

Are you interested in a career in law enforcement? Wichita State University is seeking to fill the position of University Police Officer. No previous law enforcement experience is required. Successful candidates will be required to complete the basic law enforcement training program at the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center, obtain certification as a law enforcement officer from the Kansas Peace Officers’ Standards and Training Commission and successfully complete the WSU Police FTO (Field Training Officer) Program.

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Contracts and Grants Specialist - Office of Research

• 498962

• Wichita

• Staff

• Office of Research (College)

Wichita State University’s Office of Research is seeking a full-time Pre-Award Specialist to support the development, review, and submission of grant and contract proposals. This on-site role manages multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment and ensures all applications comply with University, state, federal, and sponsor requirements. The position plays a key part in enabling research and industry partnerships that drive innovation for Wichita, Kansas, and beyond.

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IDP Information Systems Security Officer

• 498932

• Wichita

• Staff

• NIAR Institute

The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) plays a critical role in securing and maintaining a classified information system supporting a U.S. Federal Government program. Based on-site at Wichita State University’s main campus, this full‑time role is responsible for developing and managing the System Security Package (SSP), ensuring compliance with Federal and DoD cybersecurity requirements, and supporting the Authorization to Operate (ATO) lifecycle. The ISSO collaborates closely with internal teams and government partners to implement security controls, conduct system assessments, and ensure the protection and proper handling of classified information. This position requires eligibility under U.S. export control laws and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

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NIAR CNC Machinist I - Composites

• 498898

• Wichita

• Aviation
• Staff

• NIAR Institute

The National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) is a fast-growing area within WSU, known globally for our expertise in the most critical areas of aerospace research and development. NIAR Composites and Structures is looking for a CNC Machinist to join our team!

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NIAR Dimensional Metrologist II - CMM Programmer

• 498492

• Wichita

• Aviation
• Staff

• NIAR Institute

The National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) at Wichita State University is looking for an experienced CMM Programmer. This position is located at the Advanced Machining and Prototyping (AMP) lab in Park City, KS. Come join our fast-paced and fast-growing team!

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IDP Information Assurance and Security Engineer

• 498842

• Wichita

• Staff

• Natl Inst for Rsrch&Digtal Transfrm

We are seeking a self-driven, highly motivated, hands-on IT Security Engineer to serve as a subject-matter expert (SME)/technical lead on our cybersecurity operations team. This individual contributor role focuses on operational excellence and maturity for different cyber operations processes, automation alignment, internal audit readiness (e.g., internal & external audits, including CMMC), and mentorship. The SME will work on-site at Textron, collaborating with junior staff, student contractors, and technical teams, while interfacing with non-IT stakeholders to support secure, scalable cybersecurity operations.

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Regional Coordinator - Kansas City

• 498024

• Wichita

• Academic/Student Support
• Staff

• Strategic Engagement & Planning

Ahhh the life, Football, Baseball, BBQ Kansas City life, Kansas City Lights! Big picture! Do you believe that every student deserves an exciting future to see their big picture? Can you see yourself guiding and mentoring staff so they can help these students meet their college dreams? If your passion is to help youths, in the foster care system, see a future they always wanted & assist them to make it happen, read on as we are eagerly looking for you! Kansas Kids @ GEAR UP is a state-wide program serving students in foster care, grades 7-12 and first year in college. This person must be organized with exceptional time management skills. Plan events /information workshops in the evening or weekends for youths as well as meeting with them regularly during the school day. Travel to kids across the region assisting with personalized services for their scholarly level. Being able to build rapport with this population & maintaining appropriate boundaries is key to these relationships. Great documentation & information sharing with other invested parties is a must! You will provide supervision to staff, coaching and mentoring them to success. Freedom to customize content of events planned & personalize to their needs allows you to show your investment in their future. If you love to travel, then this position is for you. You will cover The Kansas City area all the while having time to mentally prepare on your way to your appointments. Kansas City is the place you need have your feet planted to be ready for Lights, Camera, Action!

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Coordinator - Wichita GEAR UP

• 498179

• Wichita

• Academic/Student Support
• Staff

• Strategic Engagement & Planning

Do you believe every young person deserves a shot at the future they dream of? Are you the kind of leader who can turn “what if” into “what’s next”? If so, this is your moment. Wichita GEAR UP is a program serving students grades 6-12 and first year in college. Multiple positions available at multiple school locations within Wichita.

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NIAR Engineering Program Manager

• 498668

• Wichita

• Aviation
• Staff

• NIAR Institute

Wichita State University is looking for an experienced Program Manager to join our NIAR Engineering Design Modification (EDM) Team. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of engineering design, analysis, and aircraft certification. This role will support both commercial and military programs.

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IDP Information Assurance & Junior Security Engineer - Ennovar

• 498635

• Wichita

• Information Technology
• Staff

• Natl Inst for Rsrch&Digtal Transfrm

This cross functional role requires coordination with technical managers, system administrators, application owners, software developers, infrastructure, service delivery, and IT management to monitor and control company networks. Collaboration with corporate security and infrastructure and networking teams worldwide is key for this role. The is a WSU position in partnership with, and work location at, Textron Aviation in Wichita, KS.

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NDI Technician Level I - NIAR ATLAS

• 498253

• Wichita

• Staff

• NIAR Institute

ATLAS – the Advanced Technologies Lab for Aerospace Systems – is a multi-disciplinary manufacturing environment and engineering education program to prepare engineers and educators for the Factory of the Future and to aid the current workforce in seamlessly adapting to advancements in the workplace. We are seeking an NDI Technician Level I to join our team.

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IDP Project Manager - NIAR Advanced Materials Research

• 498561

• Wichita

• Aviation
• Staff

• NIAR Institute

The ideal candidate for the project manager position will have experience in communicating and planning all aspects of programs, including budgets, resource allocations, timelines, and team dynamics. Strong time management and meticulous attention to detail are essential, along with the ability to utilize metrics to foresee and mitigate potential issues.

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NIAR Avionics Technician - 2nd Shift

• 498382

• Wichita

• Aviation
• Staff

• NIAR Institute

In a hangar adjacent to McConnell AFB that once housed Boeing Air Force One modification facilities, the MRO team at NIAR provides production design, initial and Supplemental Type Certification, instrumentation installation, modifications and field support/repair. We are looking for Avionics Technicians to join our team!

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College Access Advisor - Wichita GEAR UP

• 498181

• Wichita

• Academic/Student Support
• Staff

• Strategic Engagement & Planning

This position is designed for someone who believes that early, intentional intervention can change the trajectory of a student’s life and who’s ready to roll up their sleeves to make that happen. This role sits exactly where impact matters most: face-to-face with students who need guidance, consistency, and someone who won’t give up on them. Wichita GEAR UP is a program serving students in grades 6-12 and first year in college. Multiple positions available at multiple school locations within Wichita.

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NIAR Research Engineer - High Temperature Composites and Advanced Materials

• 497493

• Wichita

• Aviation
• Staff

• NIAR Institute

The National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) is a fast-growing area within WSU, known globally for our expertise in the most critical areas of aerospace research and development. Work within the NIAR High Temperature Composites and Advanced Materials Group is rapidly expanding. We are looking for someone who thrives while working on applied research projects with a wide range of tasks, including researching and managing projects; analyzing data; writing documents and reports; overseeing material processing and testing activities; and development and implementation of new material processing and testing procedures. Our dynamic, collaborative work environment allows for work to be tailored to fit team members’ skill set and experience. Consider joining our team!

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