Natural Sciences Managers
Leading original technical research programs, coordinating with defense research organizations, and supporting technical reviews transfer directly to research and development direction.
How to prepare: Build a portfolio connecting your research programs, publications, and technical reviews to employers working in your scientific field. These roles typically require at least a bachelor's degree in science or a related field and several years of scientific experience; some employers prefer or require graduate degrees.
What the civilian work involves
- Plan or direct research, development, or production activities.
- Review project activities and prepare and review research, testing, or operational reports.
- Confer with scientists, engineers, regulators, or others to plan or review projects or to provide technical assistance.
Civilian tools and software (examples)
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint