Are you a scientist or engineer with a radical idea (or ideas) that you believe could provide disruptive change for the United States military? Would you like to lead the country’s most capable academic and industrial experts to make that idea become reality in a period of just a few years? If so, you should consider joining the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) as a Program Manager.

We embrace high-risk, high-payoff ideas that lead to new capabilities for the U.S. men and women in uniform. This is one of the reasons DARPA is such a unique place to work. You can learn more about DARPA, our culture and our people throughout this site.

What is a DARPA PM?

A DARPA Program Manager is...

• An idea generator
• A technical expert
• An entrepreneur
• A visionary
• A patriot dedicated to National Service

Learn about a day in the life of a Program Manager.

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All DARPA Program Manager positions are located in Arlington, Virginia. Candidates must be U.S. citizens to meet the requirements for a Government Security Clearance.

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