Director, Military, Aerospace and Defense Initiatives

Strategic Military Analysis and Research:

• Conduct targeted research on military-related funding, policy changes, and strategic opportunities for collaboration between Arizona’s universities and the defense sector.
• Assess current military-related initiatives across the university system and identify gaps or areas for expansion.
• Track federal legislation, requests for information, requests for proposals, and grant opportunities that could enhance university involvement in defense-related research and development.

Military Policy Development and Recommendations:

• Provide strategic advice to the Board of Regents on how to enhance collaborations with military and defense stakeholders, including the Department of Defense.
• Draft and recommend policies that align university research and engagement strategies with the needs of the defense industry, military personnel, and federal defense agencies.
• Help shape initiatives related to defense innovation, research, and technology transfer in collaboration with university departments.

Engagement and Relationship Building with Defense Stakeholders:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key defense stakeholders, including military personnel, defense contractors, and federal defense agencies.
• Organize special convenings and events that foster collaboration between universities and defense partners.
• Facilitate partnerships with Arizona’s defense-related industries and advocate for university research projects that align with defense priorities.