Director, Naval Programs

Director, Naval Programs

 

 

Location

 

Alexandria, VA

 

Job Description


Our client is looking for qualified candidates for the position of Director, Naval Programs. This position leads and manages critical aspects of our client’s Naval Programs and Government Operations group located in Alexandria, Virginia.


Position Description

 

The Director, Naval Programs will lead classification programs related to U.S. Navy and foreign navy projects. The position will work closely in a technical and business development capacity with our client’s Naval Engineering group as well as Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Program Executive Office Ships (PEO Ships), Military Sea Lift Command (MSC), U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD), U.S. Coast Guard, and other domestic and foreign governmental and defense entities. This position encompasses technical engineering, project management, and business development focused on maintaining and expanding our client’s presence in the appropriate government sectors. This is a senior level position and reports to the Vice President, Government Operations.

Position Requirements

 

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other engineering/technical discipline. A minimum of 20 years experience in the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, or U.S. Government service is preferred with specific expertise in ship design, construction, and/or maintenance required. Navy Engineering Duty Officers (EDO’s), U.S. Coast Guard Engineers, and Government Service employees with applicable engineering experience are desired. Experience with ABS Naval Vessel Rules (NVR) is highly desired, as is experience working with or for NAVSEA, PEO, MSC, MARAD, Coast Guard, SUPSHIP, and Naval Shipyards. A knowledge of government operations and structure with the ability to effectively build and maintain business relationships at multiple levels within the Navy and Coast Guard organizations is a must. A positive, outgoing demeanor and excellent communication skills is required, and candidates must have the ability to problem solve and multi-task effectively in both a technical and non-technical settings. Individuals must be U.S. citizens, possess a valid passport, successfully pass US Government Security Clearance checks, and be able to travel up to 30% domestically and internationally.

Company Summary


Our client is a leading international Classification Society and has led classification through the establishment and application of technical standards for the safe design, new construction, refit, and repair of ships and offshore structures. Our client and affiliated Companies employ over 3,000 professionals globally providing service to clients across a network of offices in over 70 countries. ABS offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and domestic relocation.