Director of Navy Programs (Dahlgren, VA)

AI Signal Research, Inc. (ASRI) is recruiting for a Director of Navy Programs to be based in the Dahlgren, Virginia area (primary duty will be on-site, however combination of on-site and telework will be considered for the right candidate). This position, reporting directly to the ASRI President, will oversee and manage all aspects of the Navy operations business unit for ASRI focused on ensuring customer mission excellence while expanding our Navy customer business base. Duties include personnel management, contract management/compliance, business unit management, customer relations, and strategic business development. Position will be a critical contributor to the ASRI Leadership Team and is a unique opportunity for the right candidate to be a key enabler of reaching company strategic goals.

 

Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in an applicable technical/management discipline is required. 

 

Months/Years of Experience: Minimum of Ten (10) years professional experience in technical/management areas related to the research, development, testing, evaluation, and/or operations of major combat weapon systems. Minimum of Six (6) years applicable program/project management and organizational leadership/supervisory experience. 

 

Required Qualifications: U.S. Citizen. Security Clearance Required. The applicant must have a thorough understanding of the DoD and/or Department of Navy organization and operations. The applicant must be a motivated self-starter, team player, and proven leader with attention to detail.  

 

Skills Needed: Critical thinker, Strategic planner, and strong demonstrated written/oral communication skills.

 

Duties: Personnel management, contract management/compliance, business unit management, customer relations, and strategic business development. Position will be a critical contributor to the ASRI Leadership Team and is a unique opportunity for the right candidate to be a key enabler of reaching company strategic goals. 

 

Desired Qualifications: Master’s degree and professional development including honors, publications, professional licenses, and certifications along with similar evidence of professional accomplishments is desired. Experience directly managing successful execution of DoD technical services or solutions-based contracts to include managing personnel, workforce staffing (recruiting/retention), financial management, reporting, implementing quality standards, life cycle planning, and cost estimating.  Experience in business development to include opportunity capture planning and proposal development. Expertise with US Navy Weapon Systems and understanding of the overall DoD/Navy systems research, development, testing, evaluation, and acquisition system enterprise. Expertise/Training in DoD Acquisition Policy, Business Development Processes, Strategic Planning, Organizational Development, and Talent Recruiting/Retention/Development Strategies.