The opportunity
The OpenAI for Government team is a dynamic, mission-driven group leveraging frontier AI to transform how governments achieve their missions. Our team works to empower public servants with secure, compliant AI tools (e.
What you'll do
Support early relationship-building, ideation, and technical shaping, while: working with Account Directors to inform their development of commercial strategy, pricing, deal shape, qualification, and close.
Serve as the accountable lead for delivering high-impact defense engagements: tied to defined contractual milestones and acceptance criteria.
Act as a key translator between technical teams and business stakeholders,: clearly articulating technical progress, risks, requirements, and dependencies in language accessible to both senior executives and technical practitioners.
Work with CDAO, the Military Departments and Services it supports, defense: industry partners, and academia to identify key concepts for national security and defense AI use and then translate them into actionable delivery plans that align technical feasibility with mission impact.
Serve as a sounding board and thought leader to guide technical direction,: anticipate blockers, and align teams proactively.
Establish best practices around milestone tracking, internal coordination, and delivery operations at scale.
What they're looking for
- Lead regular progress reviews with CDAO and supported defense stakeholders,: ensuring transparency and confidence in delivery.
- Identify delivery risks early and work cross-functionally to mitigate blockers and maintain program velocity.
- Navigate ambiguity and evolving requirements with composure, helping internal and external teams stay aligned.
- Help shape the future of how OpenAI engages with defense customers through milestone-based delivery programs.
