OnRamp Hub Program Lead

OnRamp Hub Program Lead

The OnRamp Hub Program Manager serves as a key operational leader within the Montana OnRamp Hub team, responsible for day-to-day execution of programmatic activities under the Defense Innovation Unit's (DIU) Cooperative Agreement. Reporting to the Managing Director, this role ensures alignment with DIU's strategic priorities and oversees the delivery of events, transition services, stakeholder engagement, and performance reporting. The Program Manager is responsible for integrating federal, state, and MSU compliance standards, coordinating Hub personnel, and supporting strategic initiatives that advance technology transition into the Department of Defense.

The Program Manager plays a pivotal role in the operational execution and strategic direction of the DIU OnRamp Hub in Montana. This position is essential for translating OnRamp vision into action through local and national coordination of programming, mission partner engagement, and oversight of ecosystem development. Ecosystem development will involve extensive industry connections and outreach to establish a growing list of industry, subject matter expert, and academic partners who are willing to participate in DIU events, outreach, and other activities. This role is primarily internally facing and execution focused, ensuring the seamless implementation of OnRamp activities in alignment with DIU's objectives. The Program Manager leads the development and management of Hub operations, programming logistics, stakeholder coordination, and adherence to federal compliance and reporting standards.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Oversee daily execution of Hub activities in alignment with DIU's Lines of Effort (LOEs).
• Coordinate and manage event logistics, transition services, and outreach initiatives.
• Serve as operational lead for program reporting, budget tracking, and cost narrative preparation in coordination with university administration.
• Support Managing Director in the strategic planning and staffing of Hub activities.
• Act as liaison to DIU personnel, academic partners, and regional innovation stakeholders.
• Maintain internal systems for tracking program deliverables, performance metrics, and compliance documentation.
• Support the execution of Strategic Impact Projects specific to the Montana innovation ecosystem.
• Ensure Hub facilities and equipment are maintained to DIU standards for programming, convening, and branding.

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The Successful Candidate Will :

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Physical Demands :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

This position has supervisory duties? No

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