Strategic Defense Research Program Manager

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI); Maryland; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) seeks a seasoned strategist to direct the Washington Field Office's engagement programs. You will align GT, GTRI, and DoD activities with sponsor priorities, drive executive communication, and shepherd strategic initiatives from concept to implementation.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets and schedules, and deliver trusted analyses and white papers to senior defense leadership while advancing GTRI capabilities in support of national

Qualifications

• 12+ years in DoD/government-facing strategic roles with leadership experience.
• Ability to translate technical capabilities into mission- and strategy-focused messages.
• Proven track record briefing senior defense leadership and coordinating across stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategic engagements and coordinate cross-functional teams across DoD partners.
• Prepare high-quality taskers, information papers, and executive briefings for senior audiences.
• Lead planning, budgets, and execution for Washington Field Office initiatives.

Skills

Strategic communication

DoD stakeholder coordination

Executive briefing

Independent advisory

Education

Master's degree in STEM

PhD in STEM

Job description

The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) seeks a seasoned strategist to direct the Washington Field Office's engagement programs. You will align GT, GTRI, and DoD activities with sponsor priorities, drive executive communication, and shepherd strategic initiatives from concept to implementation.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets and schedules, and deliver trusted analyses and white papers to senior defense leadership while advancing GTRI capabilities in support of national