* Turn nascent science and technological concepts into multi-year high-risk/high-reward projects with focused technical goals and customer transitions * Dynamic program management with focus on steady progress -- and alternate pathways when necessary * Decompose complex technological problems into simple set of key features, and synthesize strategic narratives for innovation * Focus on client challenges and needs, generate solutions to provide value for R&D, production, and long-term execution * Lead diverse teams of scientists, engineers and technologists -- ensure common vision and persistent pursuit of goals and applications * Establish and maintain meaningful relationships across Govt, industry, and academia – for awareness of community dynamics, command of the state-of-the-art, and nurturing technical collaboration