SkillBridge - Ecosystem Engagement Manager

Hire Military DoD Skill Bridge / Career Skills Program (CSP) Internship

The Hire Military DoD Skill Bridge / Career Skills Program (CSP) Internship is an approved Skill Bridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29 as enacted by 10 U.S.C. Sec 1143. Eligibility is restricted to members of the U.S. Armed Forces separating honorably with greater than 180 days of continuous Active Duty. Skill Bridge/CSP period of eligibility is within the final 180 days of Active Duty service, and the Skill Bridge/CSP must be completed prior to separation from Active Duty in the U.S. Armed Forces.

Hire Military DoD Skill Bridge/CSP is open to members of all services, and all ranks and experience levels. Service members should fully review Skill Bridge/CSP Position Description for individual opportunity requirements and qualifications.

Skill Bridge participants participate in full time training with industry (40 hour work week) under military orders and are not eligible for compensation from Hire Military or its partner host employers but will continue to receive all military wages and benefits for the period of the DoD Skill Bridge/CSP enrollment.

DoD Skill Bridge/CSP is fully compliant with FLSA, DBA, SCA, CSHSSA and all other pertinent Federal and State labor laws. For more employer information regarding DoD Skill Bridge/CSP, please contact

* Tenova is recruiting on behalf of EndRUN

End Run LLC is a strategic technology accelerator dedicated to direct collaboration with Department of War mission partners to develop technology solutions to solve real National Security challenges. Our programming includes critical technology & venture creation, lab-to-market commercialization, direct funding and contracting support to develop prototypes, training and support for entrepreneurs and the tech workforce needed to ensure these startups and our mission partners succeed.

The Ecosystem Engagement Manager plays a crucial role in our success by establishing relationships with all stakeholders across the ecosystem, leveraging their experience with and knowledge of the DoW acquisition ecosystem to assist stakeholders in identifying and articulating innovation needs, and assisting non-traditional businesses as they seek to connect their technology to DoW stakeholders. Role is located in Phoenix, AZ and will require 30% Travel

• Build strong relationships with DOW mission partners across all military branches
• Define, design, and develop new technology solutions with internal and external stakeholders to address critical DOW needs
• Plan and deliver information and coaching sessions for OnRamp Hub:
Arizona portfolio and program companies
• Evaluate emerging technologies for potential mission partner applications
• Design, develop, and deliver prototypes and products to meet mission partner needs
• Track, analyze, and report on innovation metrics and activities
• Produce whitepapers, reports, and presentations as requested
• Partner with the Program Manager to develop processes and policies that foster a company-wide culture of innovation
• Manage the activities and performance of direct reports

• Strong communication skills
• Knowledge of various collaboration and project management tools
• Knowledge of multiple agile methodologies, such as lean startup, scrum, design thinking
• Intimate knowledge of the DoW, including cultural practices, acquisition methodologies, funding mechanisms
• Strong decision-making skills
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and interdisciplinary teams to achieve a shared goal
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects at one time

• A bachelor's degree in any field
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar position
• Possess an active security clearance (preferred)
• A minimum of 4 years of service in the military is preferred