Program Director - NAVWAR

Responsibilities

Noblis MSD is seeking a dynamic and mission-focused Program Director to lead strategic growth and operational execution within our NAVWAR division. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for an experienced executive who thrives in fast-paced defense environments and is passionate about advancing critical Navy and national security missions.

The selected leader will oversee a growing business unit of 150+ professionals and manage a portfolio generating more than $75M annually in revenue. This role requires a proven leader with a strong operational and growth mindset who can drive business development, lead complex capture efforts, strengthen customer relationships, and deliver exceptional program execution across the Navy C4ISR enterprise.

This position supports key organizations across the NAVWAR / PEO Digital community, including:

• NIWC Pacific
• NIWC Atlantic
• PEO C4I
• NAVWAR
• PEO Digital
• PEO MLB

The ideal candidate brings deep experience supporting Navy modernization, C4ISR, digital transformation, and operational readiness initiatives, along with established relationships throughout the San Diego defense community and Navy stakeholder environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and expand a high-performing portfolio supporting critical Navy and national security missions
• Drive complex capture and business development activities from opportunity identification through proposal development and contract award
• Build and lead integrated solution teams, including strategic partners, staffing strategies, technical solutioning, and pricing development
• Provide inspirational leadership, mentorship, and strategic direction to geographically dispersed and multidisciplinary teams
• Oversee program execution, operational excellence, and full P&L responsibility for a large business unit
• Serve as a senior Noblis representative at customer engagements, industry conferences, technical interchange meetings, and strategic partnership events
• Strengthen customer relationships and identify emerging mission needs across the Navy and Defense community
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, accountability, and mission success

Ideal Background

This opportunity is well-suited for a senior military officer, SES-level leader, or defense industry executive with extensive experience leading large organizations, driving growth, and delivering mission-critical capabilities within the Navy or Joint C4ISR environment.

Candidates with operational leadership experience, transition program management, acquisition expertise, or technical program leadership supporting Navy warfighters are strongly encouraged to apply.
Why Noblis

At Noblis, you will join a mission-driven organization dedicated to solving the nation's toughest challenges through innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. You will have the opportunity to shape strategic growth, influence critical mission outcomes, and lead talented teams supporting the future of Navy and national security operations.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field required

• Minimum of 15 years of experience leading and managing Navy programs within the DoD environment
• Proven success leading, developing, and scaling high-performing teams supporting diverse Navy mission areas, with an emphasis on innovation, research and development, and operational excellence
• Proven experience leading contractor teams in bidding and executing DoD contracts.
• Deep understanding of the NAVWAR mission space, acquisition environment, and C4ISR ecosystem, including established relationships across NAVWAR leadership and industry partners
• Demonstrated track record driving program growth, customer expansion, and revenue generation across Federal and Navy programs
• Experience leading large, complex capture efforts and strategic growth initiatives from opportunity identification through award and execution
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex technical and strategic topics to senior executives, customers, and workforce teams
• Strong executive presence with the ability to build trusted relationships across government, military, and industry stakeholders
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment while balancing operational priorities, customer engagement, and growth objectives
• Willingness to travel up to 30% in support of customer engagements, industry events, and corporate initiatives
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Active Secret Clearance required

Desired Qualifications

• • Previous Active-Duty Navy or Government Civilian experience supporting Navy or DoD missions
  • Active Top Secret Clearance preferred
  • Demonstrated experience engaging with senior leaders across Echelon II and Echelon III Navy commands
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent program management credentials
  • Proven ability to identify, attract, develop, and retain top talent while building high-performing mission-focused teams
  • Strong relationship-building, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills with exceptional business acumen
  • Passion for innovation, strategic growth, and business development within the defense and national security sector
  • Experience driving customer engagement, operational excellence, and mission success in complex Navy or Federal environments
  • Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across government, military, industry, and executive leadership stakeholders

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Overview

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation's toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers' most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission-driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well-being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug-free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us .

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Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis' total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range

USD $186,100.00 - USD $290,725.00 /Yr.