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Assistant Director - SCALE

 Starburst Overview

Starburst is an innovation catalyst in the aerospace industry. We are the first and only global aerospace accelerator, connecting startups with corporates, investors, and government while providing strategic growth and investment consulting services for all. With offices in Los Angeles, Paris, Munich, Singapore, Seoul,

Position Overview

SCALE is an early-stage, aerospace-specific accelerator by Starburst Aerospace and UCLA, aimed at creating an aerospace innovation hub here in Los Angeles. The 13-week program will serve as a platform for entrepreneurs to launch and scale their businesses, helping startups develop their technology and bring it into the market 

What will you be doing?

As the SCALE Assistant Director, you’ll work alongside the Director and Technology Scout to execute the day to day operations of the accelerator, including

Coordinating with instructors, mentors, VCs, and corporate partners who are participating in digital courses/events

Responsibilities

Manage assigned tasks through to completion
Double and triple check details to make sure everyone is at the right place at the right time
Participate in and organize SCALE events
Serve as concierge, connecting startups to resources
Help build the SCALE innovation hub

Expectations

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to top quality work
High emotional intelligence and the ability to communicate diplomatically to people across the SCALE ecosystem, including founders, corporate executives, and UCLA contacts
Genuine interest in the aerospace industry and a passion for startup

Experience

Graduated with a high GPA from an undergraduate institution with a Bachelor of Arts (in economics, business…) or Science (in physics, engineering…)

Fluency in Microsoft and Google Suite software and proficiency/comfort in learning new tools/systems

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