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DoD SkillBridge: Defense Technology Strategist

Remote:

Full Remote

Contract:

Internships

Salary:

144 - 144K yearly

Experience:

Senior (5-10 years)

Work from:

United States

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years in federal acquisitions, In-depth understanding of SBIR and STTR programs, Exceptional communication and project management skills, Prior military experience is advantageous.

Key responsabilities:

Collaborate with startups to understand technologies
Develop strategies for navigating DoD procurement

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Job description

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.

To Apply:

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

About the company:

NBOUND is a boutique consulting firm specializing in guiding emerging technology startups through the complexities of the Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition process. Our team, composed of former military officers with deep expertise in federal acquisitions, defense programs, and operations, has secured over $75 million in R&D funding for our partners.

Company website: https://nboundconsulting.com/

Key Responsibilities:

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.

Qualifications:

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.

Training provided:

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.]

Vets2PM Provides:

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'.

Other:

Not all internships include certification training by Vets2PM, as many host companies include their own internship-focused training instead. If selected for an internship with Vets2PM please read your approval email, letter, and training plan to be sure you understand what is included in your internship.