Location: Washington, DC
Salary: $200,000.00 USD Annually - $225,000.00 USD Annually
Description: SummaryThe organization is seeking an accomplished and visionary leader to serve as
Director of a Global AI & Data Sharing Program - a first-of-its-kind initiative at the intersection of
AI, data platforms, and advanced manufacturing.
This high-visibility role will oversee a transformative global program designed to help manufacturers securely share and monetize operational data, enabling the next generation of
AI-driven factories and digital manufacturing ecosystems. The Director will define strategy, grow the contributor and subscriber ecosystem, guide program execution, and help establish a globally trusted framework for
AI-centric data sharing standards.
This position is ideal for an entrepreneurial, future-focused leader with deep experience in AI, data platforms, or digital transformation who is motivated to shape the future of manufacturing and artificial intelligence worldwide.
Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership- Lead the development, growth, and long-term vision of a global AI and data-sharing initiative.
- Define and execute a roadmap for adoption across multiple industries, with an initial emphasis on advanced manufacturing.
- Represent the organization at global industry forums, standards committees, and executive-level events to promote a unified, standards-based data ecosystem.
Program Development & Execution- Direct the planning, build-out, and scaling of program infrastructure in partnership with technology and industry collaborators.
- Oversee data quality, governance, security, and compliance frameworks.
- Develop sustainable participation and incentive models that attract data contributors, subscribers, and long-term ecosystem partners.
Ecosystem Building- Engage industry members, global partners, and government stakeholders to drive participation and expansion.
- Build strategic collaborations with technology companies, research institutions, and sovereign partners.
- Support the creation of technical committees responsible for formalizing AI-focused data sharing standards.
Team Leadership- Recruit, mentor, and lead a cross-functional team including data engineers, data scientists, product managers, and program specialists.
- Foster an environment rooted in innovation, trust, and excellence.
QualificationsEducation- Bachelor's degree required.
- Master's degree or MBA preferred.
Experience- 10+ years of progressive leadership in AI, data platforms, digital ecosystems, or advanced manufacturing technologies.
- Demonstrated success building or scaling data-driven platforms, multi-stakeholder programs, or digital transformation initiatives.
- Familiarity with cloud infrastructure, data governance, and AI model training environments.
- Strong understanding of standards development processes and/or manufacturing systems is highly desirable.
Leadership & Skills- Strategic thinker with the ability to translate long-term vision into operational execution.
- Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, including experience partnering with Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and global organizations.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to serve as a visible spokesperson for a major global initiative.
- Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to thrive in fast-paced, transformative environments.
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