SkillBridge Internship (Product Manager)

This position requires active U.S. national security clearance and the ability to obtain one. To learn more about the security clearance process please access this link. Additionally, travel may be required to customer and subcontractor sites as well as other office locations.

Hypergiant, an Accelint company, empowers forward-thinking organizations with AI-driven solutions to stay ahead. Our geographic presence spans the U.S. and allied partners, with facilities in key Defense Technology hubs from Southern California to Washington, D.C. We provide large enterprises – across industries like the Defense Department, energy, healthcare and aviation – with bespoke technology solutions, cutting-edge advice, and deployment expertise needed to harness the value out of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. At our core, we are military experts, researchers and technologists who want to accelerate intelligence to deliver strategic insights that turn future challenges into today’s opportunities.  

We are proud to partner with SkillBridge to offer internship opportunities for qualified transitioning service members. These internships span a variety of fields including Software Engineering, UX/UI Design, Data Engineering, Project Management, and more. Participants will work primarily remotely with their assigned host company, engaging in individual internships aligned to entry- or mid-level roles and following a full-time, 40-hour workweek schedule. The Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes of the program are outlined below.

We are currently seeking an experienced Product Manager to join our team in delivering cutting-edge software and technology solutions to the Department of Defense (DoD). The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in product management, deep familiarity with DoD operations, and a solid understanding of the value streams that support complex kill chains.

 Roles & Responsibilities

• Act as a SkillBridge Intern you’ll be working as a Product Manager for the Hypergiant DOD product.  You’ll be intimately involved with the ABMS and Overmatch product owners/manager, DoD stakeholders, including senior military leaders, program managers, and subject matter experts.
• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the DoD's mission, priorities, and key initiatives, and translate that knowledge into product requirements and roadmaps.
• Work closely with ABMS and Overmatch team of teams, including engineering, design, and data science, to define product features, prioritize development, and ensure successful delivery of the required training documents.
• Collaborate with sales and business development teams to identify new opportunities and develop go-to-market strategies that align with DoD requirements.
• Ensure that products meet or exceed DoD security, compliance, and performance standards, and work closely with internal teams and external auditors to maintain compliance. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree 
• 10 + years of Command and Control, Air Battle Management, Naval Flight Officer (NFO) Combat Information Center Officer (CICO)/Mission Commander (MC), Surface Warfare Officer (SWO), Army Air Defense Artillery Officer (ADAFCO), and Fires Support Coordinator (FSCOORD) or a minimum of 5 years of experience in product/program management in the DOD industry
• Exposure to Combatant Command and Operational Command and Control such as the G3/G2, Maritime Operations Center (MOC), Air Operations Center (AOC), National Space Defense Center (NSDC), Combined Space Operations Center (CSpOC)  
• SME level exposure classified kill chains like the Neptune series, Weapons School Integration, WTI, Top Gun, Red Flag, Northern Edge, Valliant Shield, and/or Orange Flag.
• Desired graduate of one of the following schools: Air Force Weapons School (USAFWS), Navy Top Gun, Marines Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI), USSF Software Development Immersive (SDI)
• Experience working with DoD stakeholders at all levels, including military leaders, program managers, and subject matter experts on Software Acquisition Pathway (SwAP) programs, namely ABMS, Kessel Run, Space Camp, Kobayashi Maru, Army Software Factory
• Demonstrated success in developing and launching software products in a DoD environment, specifically Cloud Based Command and Control/Advanced Battle Management System (CBC2), Project Overmatch, Project Convergence
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Active DoD Top Secret/SCI preferred 

DoD SkillBridge Eligibility:  

• Has served at least 180 days on active duty
• Is within 12 months of separation or retirement
• Will receive an honorable discharge 
• Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
• Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
• Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.

Goals – Provide transitioning service members fellowship-style job skills training during the last portion(s) of their military commitment. This program is specifically designed to offer internships that result in the potential to transition to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training.  

Objectives - Service Members who complete the Intern program will be highly trained and capable future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet Hypergiant's mission “Know Tomorrow, Act Today” on Day 1. This program provides a comprehensive internship experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on Hypergiant's leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.

Outcome – Offer transitioning service member a rewarding opportunity to join the Hypergiant team. 

Clearance Information: Some positions will require access to U.S. National Security information. Positions that require this access will be required to receive and maintain a U.S. government personnel security clearance (PCL). In order to qualify for this position, the candidate must be a US Citizen and either currently possess this National Security eligibility or be able to complete the investigation application process with a favorable determination and maintain that eligibility throughout their employment.

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