Defense Innovation Hub Director

Washington State University; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation leave

Paid holidays

Insurance package

Retirement plan

Tuition waiver

Training and development

Job summary

Washington State University seeks a Program Director to lead the Washington Defense Innovation Unit OnRamp Hub. You will oversee daily operations, coordinate with defense, academia, industry, and partners, and translate strategy into execution across programs, events, and reporting.

The role emphasizes ecosystem intelligence, technology scouting, readiness assessment, and transition activities aligning with DIU priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and six years of progressively responsible relevant experience, including at least three years of managerial experience.
• Master's degree may substitute for up to one year of experience.
• Experience coordinating complex projects with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• Experience managing budgets, reporting processes, and performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• 25% Program Operations and Execution.
• 15% Stakeholder Engagement and Partnership Management.
• 15% Event and Program Management.
• 15% Reporting, Performance Metrics, and Compliance.
• 10% Budget Administration and Financial Coordination.
• 10% Strategic Planning and Organizational Development.
• 5% Facilities and Resource Management.
• 5% Other Duties as Assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Project management

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

CRM software

Reporting tools

Data management tools

Collaboration technologies

Job description

Washington State University seeks a Program Director to lead the Washington Defense Innovation Unit OnRamp Hub. You will oversee daily operations, coordinate with defense, academia, industry, and partners, and translate strategy into execution across programs, events, and reporting.

The role emphasizes ecosystem intelligence, technology scouting, readiness assessment, and transition activities aligning with DIU priorities.