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Polaris exists to strengthen the economy of Rhode Island by empowering businesses and individuals to reach their full potential. To achieve this, Polaris has two complementary entities within it:
Polaris MEP offers a wide range of consulting services that will transform your manufacturing organization into a high-performing, market-driven, and cost-effective operation. Our services allow businesses to increase revenue, reduce costs, and improve employee performance. For those seeking a manufacturing career, Polaris MEP offers industry-directed training programs resulting in high-growth job placement.
Polaris Tech Bridge empowers technology companies and small businesses to bridge the gap between discovery and market success. We connect innovators with makerspaces, strategic partners, and pathways to government contracts, equipping national defense, dual-use, and ocean technology ventures with the resources to turn ideas into viable products.
Our Vision
Polaris has a clear vision: to be a community in which a mix of talented people come together to make a lasting difference. Our success comes only through the dedication of our employees and thoughtful, creative collaboration. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
This page at times also features job openings posted by affiliated organizations and partners, as part of our commitment to a diverse, collaborative community.
Join the Team
We’re always looking for new collaborators and talent. If there are no open positions posted below, please send a resume and cover letter to careers@polarismep.org for consideration. To be alerted of future opportunities to bolster our support of the Rhode Island Manufacturing ecosystem, follow Polaris MEP on LinkedIn.
Senior Workforce Manager, Pathways & Apprenticeship Development
Job Updated 02/04/2026
The Senior Workforce Manager is responsible for overseeing the implementation, management, and continuous improvement of workforce training, employment, and apprenticeship pathways supporting incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals.
Supply Chain Validation Program Manager
Job Updated 8/26/2025
The Supply Chain Validation Program Manager at Polaris MEP will lead Rhode Island’s Blue Manufacturing Initiative, connecting local manufacturers with federal and national partners to strengthen supply chain integrity, cybersecurity, and advanced manufacturing readiness. This role oversees manufacturer vetting, program execution, and compliance, while fostering collaboration between tech developers, defense partners, and MEP Centers. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of program management experience, strong knowledge of supply chain and cybersecurity standards, and the ability to drive measurable impact across the state’s manufacturing sector.
Manufacturing Project Manager
Job Updated 6/27/2025
Polaris MEP is seeking a Manufacturing Project Manager with consulting experience to act as a trusted advisor to Rhode Island manufacturing clients, delivering support and growth programs and facilitating progressive organizational change. Project Managers are core to the success of Polaris MEP programs and to the manufacturing community in Rhode Island. This position is responsible for identification, delivery and update of support and growth programs to small Ocean State manufacturing companies. The ideal candidate works effectively in a team-dependent environment but is self-reliant, results oriented, energetic, flexible, and proactive.
RI manufacturers are increasingly adopting automation, industry 4.0 technologies, and other “next generation” initiatives. We are seeking forward-thinking industry leaders who can bring expertise and a diversity of perspectives to our Advisory Board. Click here to learn more about our Advisory Board.