Program Manager/Chief of Staff

Ventus Executive Solutions (VES) is a small company that works in the innovation and consulting arena and hires particularly talented individuals. At VES, we prioritize our employees' well-being, fostering a workplace culture that values and supports each individual. We are dedicated to promoting mentorship and personal development, recognizing that our team's growth is integral to our collective success. We offer excellent salaries and benefits.

VES is seeking a Program Manager/Chief of Staff with experience in developing engagement strategies to join our exciting team at Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) with the Unmanned Maritime Systems Program Office. You would be part of an exciting team involving impactful work.

The opportunity is perfect for a strategic thinker—an articulate, technically proficient individual who is able to manage numerous program schedules and objectives to provide insightful recommendations to Unmanned Maritime Systems Office Program Managers. The ideal candidate will be able to utilize strategic methodologies, particularly in enhancing processes and operations. The ideal candidate has an extensive background in Navy surface or submarine operations. The candidate will collaborate closely with program managers and engage with executive leadership across government, industry, research and development, and user communities. Key qualifications include experience in DoD acquisition policies and procedures, demonstrated understanding of the diverse stakeholders involved in the unmanned maritime enterprise, an understanding of the state of technology development in unmanned systems, and experience in effectively briefing and engaging with senior military and government leadership.

The anticipated work location is inWashington Navy Yard , on site, with potential for light telework.
Travel: less than 10%.

Estimated Start Date: April-May 2024

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
• 15+ years of relevant work experience
• Ability to develop and recommend strategies of multiple platforms
• Top Secret security clearance

Desired Experience

• Served as a commanding officer of a submarine or surface warship.
• Experience with NAVSEA or other undersea development work
• Master’s degree or PMP certificate

VES provides our government and commercial clients with a range of professional and innovation services including: technology innovation acceleration, business consulting services, professional engineering and program oversight, and program and budget support. We support analysis and studies in a variety of areas including defense, energy and health care where we aid organizations in solving complex problems in new and innovative ways. We work with our clients to identify core issues and then put together a cost-effective world-class team to solve problems and enable our clients to create and seize opportunities. VES is a Certified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB).

VES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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