Program Manager, Test, Evaluation & Range Operations

The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) was created in 2015 by the Secretary of War as part of the Department of War’s (DoW) initiative to build bridges with America’s innovative technology community. DIU strengthens U.S. national security by accelerating the adoption of commercial technology throughout the military and growing the national security innovation base. DIU partners with organizations across the Department of War (DoW), from the services and components to combatant commands and defense agencies, to rapidly prototype and field advanced commercial solutions that address national security challenges.

The Program Manager/Test, Evaluation, and Range Operations employee supports DIU by planning, coordinating, managing, and monitoring test, evaluation, and range activities, including prototype development and testing in support of warfighter needs. The employee provides oversight of range operations, manages vendor access, and helps ensure the safe and effective execution of range activities. The position leads and coordinates test and evaluation efforts across multiple test ranges, supports requirements across DIU portfolios, and reports to the Test & Evaluation team.

The employee shall bring prior experience conducting assessments in support of requirements development, concept experimentation, and the development and demonstration of weapons systems, subsystems, prototypes, and related components.

The employee shall provide field safety and engineering support for test and evaluation activities; innovation, development, and testing support; project management; and effective range operations in diverse and austere conditions. The employee is responsible for supporting the safe execution of test-range activities and must be able to operate Government vehicles and equipment.

• Coordinate DIU range operations and ensure all required test, safety, and supporting documentation is complete and available in advance of execution.
• Review and clear proposed range operations prior to scheduling; coordinate with appropriate portfolio leadership to determine whether requested range use is appropriate and approve use when authorized.
• Provide weekly situation reports (SITREPs) and other updates, briefs, and reports as necessary to maintain leadership visibility of test, evaluation, and range activities.
• Conduct assessments in support of requirements development, prototype experimentation, concept and technology development, and demonstrations of weapons systems, subsystems, and prototypes supporting DIU programs.
• Organize, manage, and coordinate test, evaluation, and range-center activities associated with DIU requirements.
• Continuously improve planning, documentation, and reporting processes, including through the use of modern digital capabilities.
• Collect and analyze range-usage metrics and report trends, recurring constraints, and key observations to inform future support and resource planning.
• Provide range support for extended periods of time in austere environments.
• Coordinate directly with system developers and test and evaluation agencies to define the scope, depth, and schedule of weapons systems, subsystems, and prototype activities.
• Support the development and testing of weapons systems, subsystems, and prototypes in coordination with DIU customers and industry partners.
• Manage current and future DIU test, evaluation, and range requirements, including personnel, equipment, facilities, and the maintenance of safe and effective working environments.
• Manage and maintain FHL facilities and equipment, including associated safety requirements, as necessary.
• Maintain signature authority for the DD Form 2977 Deliberate Risk Assessment Worksheet, or…