DoD SkillBridge: Defense Technology Strategist

This is a remote position.

DoD SkillBridge Internship: Defense Technology Strategist
SkillBridge Industry Mentor: NBOUND
SkillBridge Provider: Vets2PM LLC
Location: Remote

Applicants must be active-duty U.S. Military Members who qualify for the DoD SkillBridge Program.

1. Apply to this posting. 
   
2. Then go to www.vets2pm.com/skillbridge and complete the SkillBridge interest form.
   

• Client Engagement: Collaborate closely with startups to understand their innovative technologies and align them with DoD capability gaps.
  
• Acquisition Strategy: Develop and implement tailored strategies for navigating the SBIR and STTR programs, as well as other DoD procurement avenues.
  
• Proposal Development: Lead the creation of compelling proposals that meet and exceed DoD requirements, ensuring clarity and compliance.
  
• Relationship Building: Leverage and expand NBOUND's network of defense innovation stakeholders to facilitate client introductions and foster lasting partnerships within the DoD.
  
• Project Management: Oversee the progression from opportunity identification through to contract execution, ensuring timely and successful outcomes.
  
  

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in federal acquisitions, defense programs, or related fields; prior military experience is advantageous.
  
• Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the SBIR and STTR programs, as well as other DoD procurement processes.
  
• Skills: Exceptional communication, proposal writing, and project management abilities.
  
• Attributes: Demonstrated integrity, innovation-focused mindset, and a commitment to serving the warfighter.
  

• Business Development, Program Management, Project Management, SalesAccount Management, Operations Management, Proposal Writing, Marketing, and Consulting. 
  

[ NOTE: Because this is a SkillBridge Internship, it is understood that no single candidate will have equal expertise in all the areas of responsibility listed. Successful candidates will possess a compelling combination of many of them and the self-awareness and wisdom to leverage existing and/or new resources in the area(s) where they lack personal mastery.]

• PMP (Project Management) or BD (Business Development) certification
  
• Mentorship and guidance via weekly SkillBridge Intern Zoom Meetings.
  
• PM Fundamentals course, Resume writing, LinkedIn optimization, and interview skills course.  
  
• Other free resources, including an electronic copy of 'How to Speak Civilian Fluently'.