Autonomy Systems Portfolio Project Manager (Reservist Activa

Company: Defense Innovation Unit (DIU)
Location: Mountain View
Posted on: February 23, 2021

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced project manager who will lead commercial technology prototyping efforts for our Autonomy portfolio, focused on unmanned systems and robotics. The Project Manager is the center of gravity in our Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) process to rapidly screen, contract, test, and transition leap-ahead commercial technologies into the US Government offering new capabilities at the current pace of innovation. An ideal candidate is a U.S. Military Enlisted or Officer in a reserve status willing to activate for two or more years. What you will do

• Administer the scope, schedule, and budget related to advanced prototyping efforts of commercial technologies
• Assist with the evaluation and contracting of commercial technologies.
• Analyze the costs, value and risks of commercial technology to advise management and suggest actions.
• Advise the Portfolio Director and Director, DIU of trends in the Autonomy field. Who you are
  • You have a solid understanding of analysis, budgeting and business operations
  • You have superior analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • You have a strong strategic and business mindset
  • You have excellent organizational and leadership skills
  • You have experience managing acquisition and contracting strategy
  • You work closely and communicate with a cross-functional team
  • You love to facilitate meetings and ensure the expected outcome is met
  • You are able to break down complex problems into small measurable parts
  • You have experience with both lean startup principles
  • You have excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt communication style to the audience
  • BSc/BA in engineering or relevant technical field; MSc/MA will be preferred
  • PMP preferred
  • You are a U.S. Military Enlisted or Officer and currently possess or have the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance. What best describes your current military status?* What is your current pay grade?* What is your branch of service?* If you have a DoD email address, please provide it below What period of active duty would you be open to? Check all that apply* 0-6 Months 6-12 Months 12-24 Months Over 2 years None

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