Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
What happens after you've worked on projects that could change the world?
We go beyond the cutting-edge technology and "secret labs" to explore the most vital part of DARPA's mission: its people.
Six former Program Managers discuss their experiences and what comes after a tour of duty at the agency.
They share their initial anxieties, the challenges of working on projects outside their expertise, and the unique culture of support and urgency that defines DARPA.
Discover how they transitioned from the agency back to the private and public sectors, and how their time at DARPA continues to shape their careers and the future of technology
www.darpa.mil/careers
What happens after you've worked on projects that could change the world?
We go beyond the cutting-edge technology and "secret labs" to explore the most vital part of DARPA's mission: its people.
Six former Program Managers discuss their experiences and what comes after a tour of duty at the agency.
They share their initial anxieties, the challenges of working on projects outside their expertise, and the unique culture of support and urgency that defines DARPA.
Discover how they transitioned from the agency back to the private and public sectors, and how their time at DARPA continues to shape their careers and the future of technology
www.darpa.mil/careers
