Technology Transfer Project Manager

DEFENSEWERX•Niceville, FL

About The Position

The Technology Transfer (T2) Project Manager supports Doolittle Institute’s technology transfer and transition efforts by engaging industry, academia, government, and other stakeholders to identify opportunities for collaboration, commercialization, and technology transition. The role supports outreach initiatives, events, workshops, research, and opportunity development, and helps connect external partners with AFRL technologies, capabilities, and R&D needs. The position builds relationships with industry, small businesses, academia, and government; represents Doolittle Institute at conferences and industry forums; and supports T2, transition, and STEM outreach activities. It also identifies and tracks leads and opportunities, maintains stakeholder records, prepares reports and metrics, and develops clear summaries of technical and related information for technical and nontechnical audiences. The Project Manager supports the promotion and commercialization of AFRL technologies and independently manages assigned projects from initiation through completion while adapting to changing priorities. The role requires a bachelor’s or higher degree in a STEM or business field, though an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Candidates need three to five years of experience with technology transfer and/or commercialization programs, experience in business development or targeted market research and outreach, and strong communication and project-management capabilities. Candidates must be able to pass a background check and successfully obtain and maintain either a security clearance or an ITAR license.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or higher degree in a STEM or business field; an equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.
Three to five years of experience with technology transfer and/or commercialization programs, including spin-outs, patent licensing, cooperative agreements, entrepreneurial training, and private and/or public investment.
Prior business development experience or experience in a role requiring targeted market research and outreach.
Ability to work independently on multiple projects with little supervision.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate technical documents and produce brief technology summaries.
Ability to pass a background check.
Ability to successfully obtain and maintain a security clearance or successfully obtain and maintain an ITAR license.
No conflicts of interest affecting DWX or its partners.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and drive results through collaboration.
Willingness to serve, mentor, guide, and develop others and promote DWX core values and a positive working environment.
Genuine passion for advancing the DWX mission and creating a sustainable and thriving organization.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and ambiguous requirements, communicate effectively, stay organized, and follow through.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting or working with small businesses.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain relationships across industry, small businesses, academia, and government to connect external partners with AFRL technologies and collaboration opportunities.
Represent Doolittle Institute at conferences, networking events, and industry forums, educating stakeholders about DI services and ways to engage with AFRL and the broader innovation ecosystem.
Support technology transfer and transition events, workshops, and STEM outreach initiatives, including event logistics, stakeholder communication, and post-event follow-up.
Identify and track industry leads, potential partners, and relevant opportunities using CRM databases, SAM.gov, and other applicable resources.
Maintain accurate stakeholder records using business intelligence and customer relationship management tools, such as HubSpot.
Generate reports and track metrics to support program goals, outreach efforts, and business development activities.
Analyze and synthesize technical and relevant information into clear, actionable summaries and materials for technical and nontechnical audiences.
Support the promotion and commercialization of AFRL technologies by identifying potential industry applications and connecting technologies with organizations that may commercialize or transition them.
Independently manage assigned projects from initiation through completion, adapting to evolving priorities and ambiguous requirements while maintaining communication, organization, and follow-through.
Perform related duties as assigned.