Internal Posting-Senior Innovation Project Manager

ERDCWERX empowers industry and academia to identify new partnerships for innovation and commercialization with ERDC and invites non-traditional defense contractors to submit, at no cost, solutions to specific projects identified by ERDC. Located in Vicksburg, MS, ERDCWERX (EWX) was created under a Partnership Intermediary Agreement between DEFENSEWERX and the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC).This position is open to current employees only.JOB SUMMARYWorks closely with EWX, DWX, and ERDC personnel to oversee the investigation, design, implementation, and support of tech challenge and other technology transfer and transition (T3) initiativesSupervises, coaches, and develops the EWX project team of 4 individualsDevelops initiatives that invite and compel submissions from businesses, universities, and individual innovators by collaborating with economic development professionals, business associations, and other key referral sourcesProvides guidance and direct support for ERDC partnering and contracting effortsIntroduces and supports processes and tools for implementation and evaluation of innovation technologies and project managementCollaborates with the EWX Director, Deputy Director, and EWX team to support the growth and quality of the EWX program of workContributes to the formation of EWX and DWX special projects and strategy as appropriateESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Guide and support EWX project intake and project formulation and implementationSupport EWX team roles in project planning, budgeting, and tracking, systems optimization, tech evaluation, activity reporting, promotional messaging, and market researchCapture and communicate best practices that could benefit EWXCollaborate with other team members to scout, validate, and incorporate technical and planning tools to maximize EWX efficiencies and effectivenessBuild and foster tech- and process-focused relationships with ERDC and other DoD/Industry/Academia customers as well as DWX innovation hubsIdentify and develop new partnerships with organizations, networks and groups to scale and participate in marketing/communications efforts to disseminate EWX content and project opportunitiesExpand and strengthen processes with EWX marketing/communications and events teams to engage customer leads within industry and government sectorsBe a part of the outward face of the EWX organization in public speaking, social media, etc.Contribute directly to the identification and selection of interns and new team membersParticipate in special projects focusing on technology and innovationProvide Director and Deputy Director with strategic input and collaborationAssist and collaborate with EWX and ERDC team membersSupport and attend key engagements to represent EWX (technology and industry forums / showcases / events / speeches)Travel required to support field operations and multiple lab locations, primarily local (10%) with limited nonlocal travel (5%), concentrated in the spring-fall period.QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience requiredMinimum 7-10 years of experience working in strategic planning, sales management, supervision/personnel management, process improvement, project management, and/or technology transferBe a self-starter that is well organized, efficient, has excellent time management and can manage multiple complex projects simultaneouslyHave a genuine passion for working in a small, fast-paced, entrepreneurial organization that is stretching itself, growing and highly focused on mission and impactFlexible thinker, ability to work with a team to co-create and co-design ideas and plans, strategic problem solver, quick learnerOTHER KEY REQUIREMENTS:Preferred knowledge of intellectual property agreements and technology transfer/transitionMastery of processes and tools that support and enable teamworkAbility to establish trust and credibility among industry contacts and compel interest in T3 opportunitiesA highly collaborative nature with excellent written and verbal communication skillsProven ability to enable and support multiple complex projects at onceAbility to work collaboratively but also independently with minimal supervisionMust pass a background check prior to employmentMust have or be able to obtain a DoD Security ClearanceHave a genuine passion for working in a small, fast-paced, entrepreneurial organization that is stretching itself, growing and highly focused on mission and impactFlexible thinker, ability to work with a team to co-create and co-design ideas and plans, strategic problem solver, quick learnerCONDITIONS OF WORK:Do whatever it takes to get the job doneBe a servant leader willing to share credit and own accountabilityBe a part of a teamBring a growth mindset and be open to learning and coachingDEFENSEWERX VALUES:Teamwork: Leverage our strengths to achieve our objectivesRespect: Be honest and transparent in all activities while valuing the contributions and priorities of othersIntegrity: Honor commitments to all those we serveBe Human: Celebrate and appreciate the authenticity of peopleEmpathy: Truly seek to understand and value others' place and opinionsDeliver: Deliver clear and measurable outcomes aligned to program and partner objectivesDEFENSEWERX offers competitive and comprehensive benefits package options for full-time employees.Medical, Dental, and VisionPaid Time OffPaid HolidaysHSA/FSA options401KSupplemental health insuranceConcierge TelemedicineLife insurance and AD&DShort Term and Long Term Disability coverageEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Applications will be accepted from all qualified persons. DEFENSEWERX does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other nonmerit factor. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact DEFENSEWERX directly.