Defensewerx
The Innovation Project Manager serves as a strategic connector between the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), industry, academia, and government stakeholders to accelerate the transition of innovative technologies and ideas into impactful solutions. This role involves cultivating relationships, managing innovation-focused projects and outreach initiatives, and supporting efforts that advance ERDC research, testing, and evaluation activities. The position requires proactive relationship building and collaboration with diverse stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes from concept to impact.
Headquarters
Niceville, Florida, United States
Company Size
51-200 employees
Founded
2012
DefenseWerx is a 501(c)(3) non‑profit headquartered in Niceville, Florida that enables agile innovation and collaboration for government and defense partners. It operates a national network of innovation hubs that connect warfighters, industry, academia, and local communities to co-develop and accelerate solutions. Through events, challenges, prototyping support, and partnerships, DefenseWerx helps translate emerging ideas into fieldable capabilities. The organization provides resources and programs designed to fast‑track experimentation and cross‑sector collaboration.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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