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Technology Transfer Specialist
Technology Transfer Specialist-March 2024
Houston
Mar 28, 2026
About Technology Transfer Specialist

  Challenging Today. Reinventing Tomorrow.

  We're invested in you and your success. Everything we do is more than just a project. It's our challenge as human beings, too. That's why we bring a thoughtful and collaborative approach to every one of our partnerships.

  At Jacobs, we challenge the status quo and redefine how to solve the world's greatest challenges, transforming big ideas into intelligent solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.

  Design your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow

  Your Impact:

  Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

  We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. Jacobs is NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

  The Business Development & Technology Integration (BDTI) Office exists to enable human space exploration through technology development, technology transfer and partnership formulation “for the benefit of all humankind".

  As NASA embarks on its next era of exploration, the BDTI Office is focused on advancing technologies and partnerships to develop new capabilities to support the NASA and Johnson Space Center missions, and we are looking for a team member to help us make this happen.

  We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized individual to join our team as a Technology Transfer Specialist.

  Objective:

  The ideal candidate will strengthen NASA endeavors to amplify the impact of the Technology Transfer Expansion (T2X) and Technology Transfer University (T2U) programs

  The goals will be reached through engagement in the Texas ecosystem and other regions as assigned, by creating strategies to best make available NASA technology assets to the public

  The ideal candidate will be proactive in coordinating and connecting external organizations and academia with NASA technologies to foster economic development and a robust human spaceflight economy enabled by a commercial market

  The Technology Transfer Specialist will:

  Represent the NASA Technology Transfer portfolio to commercialize technology through the licensing of patents and use of software via T2X/T2U directed initiatives

  Support all aspects of T2X/T2U commercialization events, entrepreneurial programming, outreach, and other T2X/T2U initiatives, as defined by NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC) Technology Transfer Office and NASA Technology Transfer Headquarters HQ leadership

  Develop, maintain, and manage T2X/T2U relationships to advance the NASA missions, while closely integrating and coordinating these activities with JSC representatives

  Develop, support, and/or lead T2X/T2U virtual meetings, share-n-tells, webinars, and outreach efforts leveraging digital business tools such as Microsoft TEAMS for education/training and actionable initiatives that lead to technology commercialization

  Engage universities and startups through outreach in close coordination with other NASA teams who have a responsibility for implementation of JSC objectives, to advance the NASA missions

  Identify opportunities to engage with business entities and organizations that leverage entrepreneurship for economic development purposes

  Work within startup ecosystems to identify areas of collaboration

  Coordinate potential partnerships and agreements when involving JSC with the JSC Pursuits, Formulation and Technology Integration teams within NASA and the External Relations Office when involving universities and startups

  Support ecosystem mapping and the implementation of events that advance commercialization opportunities with entrepreneurial communities

  Purposefully engage with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), and underserved communities

  Collaborate with NASA teams in outreach efforts to maximize impact and information sharing

  Collaborate with the External Relations Education Outreach Program in support of NASA Outreach programs

  Local Houston and Regional Texas travel should be expected about 1-2 times per month or as the need arises

  Perform other duties as required

  Here's What You'll Need:

  Requisition Qualifications:

  This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

  Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in a related area and normally possess 3 years of work experience

  Strong soft skills

  Proven experience in technology transfer, intellectual property, or related field

  Demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including academia, startups, and business entities

  Exceptional organizational and project management skills

  Requisition Preferences:

  Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related discipline with a minimum of 5 years of experience

  Entrepreneurship background – Experience and/or Education (MBA, Business Management, Business & Technology)

  Formal Educational Instructor – Teaching experience is a strong plus

  Familiarity with Economic Development principles and organizations

  Public Speaking/Community Relations

  Bi-lingual – Spanish/English desired

  Why Join Our Team?

  Click on the below links to view just a small sample of all that we do! Come join our team and be part of our future. We look forward to seeing you!

  See What We Do (https://app.frame.io/presentations/225c1d41-60d8-58cc-bf8c-fd204fb246d9)

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  In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

  Excellent personal and professional career growth

  9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable

  Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)

  Much, much more!

  For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

  Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.

  Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

  Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

  Essential Functions

  Work Environment

  Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

  Physical Requirements

  Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

  Equipment and Machines

  Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

  Attendance

  Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

  Other Essential Functions

  Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

  Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.

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