Senior Mission Operations Engineer

What you'll do

• Translate operational concepts and doctrine into actionable technical requirements for engineering teams.
• Manage program execution including timelines, budgets, milestones, and stakeholder communications.
• Develop training materials, operational playbooks, and user documentation for Navy end-users.
• Embed with end-users during exercises to collect feedback and troubleshoot technical issues in the field.
• Provide insights to the business development team and engage with Navy stakeholders to shape requirements.
• Coordinate across teams to ensure unified product development and shared capability delivery across the Department of War.

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience in defense program management.
• 10+ years of experience managing complex technical programs, preferably in defense or national security contexts.
• Strong understanding of shipboard Command and Control systems, Integrated Fires, or related warfighting functions.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities in ambiguous environments.
• Experience with business development, customer engagement, or requirements development with Department of War stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication skills to translate between technical and operational communities.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% to work in field environments with operational military units.
• Active Secret clearance and eligibility to obtain a TS/SCI.