General Manager

Owen Daniels; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Owen Daniels is seeking an Experienced General Manager based in Virginia Beach, responsible for operational performance within the US Department of War maritime market. The role involves executing the company's strategy, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing field operations.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, a preference for a Master's, and 8+ years of relevant experience, particularly with the US Navy. A strong understanding of export/import controls such as ITAR and EAR is essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience, particularly with the US Navy.
• Strong understanding of export/import control rules and regulations.
• Experience in managing secure facilities.

Responsibilities

• Execute company strategy for entry into the US Department of War market.
• Accountable for all operations, including programs and field operations.
• Lead implementation of FOCI mitigation measures.

Skills

Operational performance management

Program delivery

Compliance management

Government acquisition strategies

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (Master's preferred)

Job description

As part of this expansion, they are looking for an Experienced General Manager to report to the President and execute the company’s strategy into the US Department of War maritime market.

Summary

The role takes responsibility for operational performance of the US subsidiary, delivering advanced maritime technology solutions to the US Department of War. The general manager will take accountability for field operations, programs and operation of a secure facility as a FOCI mitigated entity.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute the Company strategy for entry to the United States Department of War maritime technology market.
• Accountable for all operations, including programs, field operations and secure facilities.
• Deliver contract and program performance in accordance with cost, schedule, technical, quality, and security requirements.
• Develop the annual operating plan and manage the approved budget across operations and strategic initiatives.
• Lead the implementation of agreed FOCI mitigation measures within operations, supported by the Board of Directors, Government Security Committee and Facility Security Officer.
• Ensure compliance with applicable US federal, state, and local legal and regulatory requirements, including financial reporting, tax, employment, data privacy, and corporate governance obligations.
• Ensure compliance with NISPOM, ITAR / EAR, Technology Control Plans, and all export control requirements.
• Advocate and influence government acquisition plans and create new business capture strategies.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree, ideally Master’s with 8+ years relevant experience.
• Direct work experience with the US Navy.
• Understanding of export/import control rules and regulations such as ITAR, EAR, FAR, DFARS, etc.

Further Details & Benefits

• Virginia Beach based – some travel required