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The Arizona Aerospace Foundation is currently NOT accepting applications for volunteers at the Pima Air and Space Museum and the Tucson Military Vehicle Museum. Please check back for future opportunities!

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Do you enjoy meeting and interacting with people from around the world? Do you have a fascination for technology that you want to share? If so, volunteering for the Arizona Aerospace Foundation might be right for you!  

Below are brief descriptions of the activities that volunteers fulfill at the Pima Air & Space Museum (PASM).

Public Program Volunteer- We are not currently accepting Public Program Volunteer Applications

Greet and interact with guests as they explore the museum’s aircraft hangars. Follow a set schedule and script as you highlight certain aircraft and exhibits. Lead guests of all ages in hands-on activities and sign up for special public events throughout the year. Some volunteers may have the opportunity to be trained on the museum’s flight simulators, as well as leading tours through some of the aircraft. 

We are looking for volunteers who are friendly and love engaging with the public.

Restoration Volunteer- We are not currently accepting Restoration Volunteer Applications

Assist staff with the assembly/disassembly, repair, repainting, moving, and maintenance of the museum’s aircraft collection. Job requires occasionally strenuous work both indoors and outdoors all year round. Some functions may require the use of personal protective equipment such as dust masks, respirators, and protective clothing which will be provided when needed.

We are looking for volunteers who are self starts, willing to learn new skills, work under staff leadership to complete projects in a timely fashion and be willing to help in all stages of restoration. 

Exhibits Volunteers- We are not currently accepting Exhibits Volunteer Applications

Assist Staff with assembly/disassembly, repair and maintenance of the museum’s exhibit collection. This includes but not limited to cleaning/dusting aircraft and exhibits, building exhibits, and doing general handyman work around the museum. 

Skills related to wood working/carpentry, sheet metal fabrication, and general handyman skills highly desirable.

This position is available Monday – Friday only. 

Aircraft and Vehicle Dusting- We are not currently accepting Dusting Volunteer Applications

Assist staff with dusting aircraft and vehicle exhibits at both Pima Air and Space and Tucson Military Vehicle Museums. Volunteers will follow museum protocols and use approved cleaning solutions to ensure displays appear clean for museum guests. Some aircraft may require the use of a ladder or step stool to dust. Volunteers must have a valid driver’s license and complete and pass a background check.